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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 California, Davis

    Coaching Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Management Training And Development, Constructive Feedback, Gap Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Professional Development, Performance Management, Cognitive flexibility, People Management, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Problem Solving, Follow Through, Leadership and Management, Expectation Management, Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Accountability, Active Listening

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, AI literacy, Computer Science, Automation, Social Sciences, Generative AI, Social Impact, Deep Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Robotics

    4.7
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    496 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM AI Enterprise Workflow

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Model Deployment, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Data Presentation, Tensorflow, Application Deployment, Dimensionality Reduction, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Training, Probability Distribution, Apache Spark, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Design Thinking, Market Opportunities, Data Science, Machine Learning, Python Programming

    4.4
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    376 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Healthcare Organizations and the Health System

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Health Administration, Governance, Medical Management, Health Systems, Presentations, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Organizational Structure, Health Care, Organizational Strategy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    359 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Programación para todos (Introducción a Python)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Software Installation, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Computational Logic, Memory Management, System Configuration

    4.8
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    288 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Academic Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Report Writing, Writing and Editing, Research, Peer Review, Media and Communications, Journals, Research and Design, Style Guides, Research Design, Policy Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    159 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Omnichannel Retail Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Employee Retention, Workforce Development, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Training, Digital Transformation, Organizational Strategy, Human Resources, Supply Chain Management, E-Commerce, Customer experience strategy (CX), Supply Chain, Retail Store Operations, Brand Strategy, Talent Management, Brand Management, Branding, Customer experience improvement, Performance Management, Analytics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    425 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Machine Learning Introduction for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Reinforcement Learning

    4.6
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    315 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Luxury Hospitality & Brand Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience improvement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Change Management, Social Media Analytics, Organizational Change, Hospitality Management, Content Creation, Hospitality Services, Design Thinking, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Service Management, Digital Marketing, Content Marketing, Social Media Management, Search Engine Optimization, Design, Prototyping, Leadership

    4.4
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    205 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Collaboration For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Public Speaking, Problem Solving, Positivity, Lecturing, Presentations, Storytelling, Optimism, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Decisiveness, Complex Problem Solving, Oral Expression, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Empowerment, Growth Mindedness, Root Cause Analysis, Personal Development, Data Collection

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Human Factors in AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Experience Design, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Human Factors, Decision Intelligence, Information Privacy, Design Thinking, Machine Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Automation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    243 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Structure, Relationship Management, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Strategic Partnership, Social Network Analysis, Proactivity, General Networking, Self-Awareness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    346 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Coaching Conversations: University of California, Davis
  • Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • IBM AI Enterprise Workflow: IBM
  • Healthcare Organizations and the Health System: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Programación para todos (Introducción a Python): University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Academic Writing: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Omnichannel Retail Strategy: University of Pennsylvania
  • Machine Learning Introduction for Everyone: IBM
  • Luxury Hospitality & Brand Innovation: Starweaver
  • Collaboration For Everyone: Arizona State University

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