Computational thinking courses can help you learn problem decomposition, pattern recognition, algorithmic design, and abstraction techniques. You can build skills in logical reasoning, data analysis, and effective solution development across various applications, from programming to data science. Many courses introduce tools like Python, Scratch, and various simulation software, demonstrating how these skills can be applied to solve complex problems in fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and software development.

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Market Dynamics, Game Theory, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Computational Thinking, Web Analytics and SEO, Economics, Sociology, Political Sciences, Probability
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Creative Design, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Software Visualization, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Howard University
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Product Design, Business Solutions, Customer Insights, User Centered Design, Information Systems, Brainstorming, User Research, Ideation, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, User Feedback, Product Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Generative AI, Simulations, Computer Graphics, Python Programming, Creative Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Data Structures
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Algorithms, Diversity Awareness, K-12 pedagogy, Facebook, Instructional Strategies, Programming Principles, Data Storage, Software Engineering, Geographic Information Systems, Image Analysis, Lesson Planning, Computer Science, Theoretical Computer Science, Social Impact
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Social Network Analysis, Driving engagement, Behavioral Economics, Network Analysis, Game Design, Social Sciences, Sociology, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Research, Human Computer Interaction, Data Collection, Psychology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, C++ (Programming Language), System Programming, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Application Development, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Program Development, Development Environment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Software Development, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Technical Communication, Computational Thinking, Solution Design, Programming Principles, Software Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Problem Management, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Research, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Design Thinking, Ideation, Internet Of Things, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Human Centered Design, Persona Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Prototyping, Computer-Aided Design, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, Software Testing, Applied Mathematics, Debugging, Algorithms, Python Programming, Game Design, Simulations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months