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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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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Generative AI and ESG

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Generative AI, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Regulatory Compliance, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Risking, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainability Standards, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Fine-tuning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, IT Management, Vulnerability Management, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Cyber Risk, Disaster Recovery

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Christian Virtues for Spiritual Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Habit Formation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Optimism, Resilience, Empathy, Social Justice, Self-Awareness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Sequences and Loops

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Computational Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Collaborative Software, Digital pedagogy, Programming Principles, Debugging, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Computer Science, Brainstorming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Behavior Technician ABA Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Positive Behavior Support, Speech Therapy, Behavior Management, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Education and Training, Communication Strategies, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Mental and Behavioral Health, Teaching, Communication, Learning Theory, Child Development, Classroom Management, Training Programs, Instructional Strategies, Developmental Disabilities, Proactivity, Data Collection, Learning Strategies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Maven Analytics

    ChatGPT & Generative AI for Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Deep Learning, Excel Formulas, Analytics, Google Sheets, AI literacy, Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Python Programming, SQL, Business Intelligence, Data Science, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers: Learning and Leading

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Critical Thinking, Legal Technology, Advocacy, Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, Communication, Leadership Development, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Adaptability, Communication Strategies, Creativity, Generative AI

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    From Zero to Hero - Digital Product Development From Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Amazon Bedrock, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Product Improvement, Innovation, Solution Design, Model Training, Generative AI, Ideation, Amazon Web Services, Lean Methodologies, Model Evaluation, Process Improvement, Human Centered Design, Product Development, New Product Development, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, User Research, Risk Management

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

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Health Data Science Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Health Care, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Medical Science and Research, Unsupervised Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Program Development

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Sustainable Construction Management

    Skills you'll gain: Facility Management and Maintenance, Energy and Utilities, Construction Management, Sustainable Architecture, Construction Engineering, Construction, Sustainable Technologies, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainable Design, Facility Management, Sustainable Engineering, Stakeholder Management, Stormwater Management, Building Information Modeling, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Facility Operations, Project Design, Sustainability Standards, Building Services Engineering, Project Performance

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Get Started with Airtable

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Real Time Data, Timelines, Kanban Principles, Database Software, Data Integration, Project Management, Database Design, Scheduling, Data Sharing, Leadership, Problem Solving

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    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    The Nurse's Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Splinting, Airway Management, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Trauma Care, Respiratory Care, Nursing Care, Wound Care, Maternal Health, Emergency Nursing, Nursing, Clinical Nursing, Orthopedics, Childbirth, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Patient Evaluation, Infection Control, Clinical Assessment, Anatomy

    4.6
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Generative AI and ESG: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM): Packt
  • Christian Virtues for Spiritual Growth: Duke University
  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Sequences and Loops: University of California San Diego
  • Behavior Technician ABA Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • ChatGPT & Generative AI for Data Analytics: Maven Analytics
  • AI for Lawyers: Learning and Leading: University of Michigan
  • From Zero to Hero - Digital Product Development From Scratch: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Health Data Science Foundation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Sustainable Construction Management: University of Maryland, College Park

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