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Critical Thinking Courses

Critical thinking courses can help you learn logical reasoning, argument analysis, problem-solving techniques, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in evaluating evidence, identifying biases, and constructing coherent arguments. Many courses introduce tools such as logic diagrams and critical analysis frameworks, which help you apply these skills in various contexts, from academic writing to everyday decision-making.

Popular Critical Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Reimbursement Models

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Coding, CPT Coding, Managed Care, Medical Billing, Revenue Cycle Management, Health Information Management, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Medicare, Risk Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Health Education, Public Health

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    University of Michigan

    Programmation pour tous (mise en route de Python)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Software Installation, Computational Thinking, Development Environment

    4.7
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    42 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Exploratorium

    Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Collaboration, Course Development, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Curiosity, Mechanics, Research and Design, Research, Creative Problem-Solving, Experimentation, Prototyping, Mechanical Design, Aesthetics, Construction

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Science Communication: Communicating Trustworthy Information in the Digital World

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Journalism, Media and Communications, Public Affairs, Research, Driving engagement, Community Outreach, Persuasive Communication, Digital Communications, Threat Detection, Public Policies, Social Sciences

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Math for AI beginner part 1 Linear Algebra

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Applied Mathematics, Deep Learning, Machine Learning

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Zoho Corporation

    Zoho Sales Representative

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Account Management, Sales Management, Selling Techniques, Sales, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Development, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Pipelines, General Sales Practices, Sales Training, Upselling, Cross Selling, Sales Presentations, Prioritization, Sales Presentation, Closing (Sales), Sales Strategy, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Ethical AI Use

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Case Studies, Generative AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Operations, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Scenario Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Attacks, Problem Solving, Simulations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

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    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Cloud Platforms, Public Cloud, Software As A Service, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Management, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Private Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, User Requirements Documents, Looker (Software), Requirements Analysis, Project Management, Project Design, Requirements Management, Process Optimization, Data Analysis Software, Oral Expression, Operational Analysis, IBM Cognos Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Cleansing

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI in User Research and Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, Design Thinking, User Research, AI powered creativity, Design Research, Generative AI, Competitive Analysis, User Experience Design, Journey Mapping, AI literacy, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Problem Solving, Data Collection, Data Synthesis, Critical Thinking

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Corporate Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Strategy, Sustainability Standards, Sustainability Reporting, Climate Change Mitigation, Business Ethics, Operational Risk, Business Risk Management, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Regulations, Climate Change Adaptation, Supply Chain Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular critical thinking courses

  • Value-Based Care: Reimbursement Models: University of Houston
  • Programmation pour tous (mise en route de Python): University of Michigan
  • Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms: Exploratorium
  • Science Communication: Communicating Trustworthy Information in the Digital World: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Math for AI beginner part 1 Linear Algebra: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Zoho Sales Representative: Zoho Corporation
  • Ethical AI Use: Kennesaw State University
  • Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions: LearnKartS
  • Fundamentals of Cloud Computing: LearnQuest
  • Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills: IBM

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