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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 Colorado Boulder

    Phases of Matter: Solid, Liquid, Gas and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Materials science, Chemistry, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Simulations, Applied Mathematics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Cloud Computing Technologies - Master's

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Storage, Cloud Infrastructure, Amazon S3, Scalability, Terraform, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Database Management, Command-Line Interface, Virtualization, Linux Administration

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Cisco CyberOps Associate (200-201)

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Operations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Information Systems Security, Risk Management Framework, Network Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Event Monitoring, Network Analysis, Firewall, Vulnerability Management, Data Integrity

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Estratégia de Negócios

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Strategies, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Growth Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Market Opportunities, Resource Management, Innovation, Value Propositions, Case Studies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agent Architecture in Java with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Java, Agentic systems, OpenAI, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Document Management, Secure Coding, Business Logic, Software Design Patterns, Coordination

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    RH, Dados e Inteligência Artificial

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, HR Tech, Deep Learning, Digital Transformation, Machine Learning, Human Resources, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Presentations, Technical Communication, Persuasive Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Technical Writing, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Design Thinking, Communication, Innovation, Collaboration, Professional Development, Stakeholder Communications, Target Audience, Planning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Curiosity: A Necessary Ingredient for Successful Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Design Thinking, Innovation, Customer Analysis, Creative Thinking, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Market Research, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Bayesian Statistics, Supervised Learning, Network Architecture, Markov Model

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arm

    Introduction to AI

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Natural Language Processing, Data Science

    4.6
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Natural Language Processing with Real-World Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Matplotlib, NumPy, Data Visualization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Semantic Web, Data Manipulation, Linear Algebra, Seaborn, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Text Mining, Data Science, Data Processing, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Unstructured Data, Markov Model

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Emory University

    Marketing Channel Incentives

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Channel, Direct Selling, Business Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Partnership, Coordinating, Price Negotiation, Revenue Management, Strategic Thinking, Market Analysis, Business Risk Management, Business Relationship Management

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

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

  • Phases of Matter: Solid, Liquid, Gas and Beyond: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cloud Computing Technologies - Master's: Illinois Tech
  • Cisco CyberOps Associate (200-201): Packt
  • Estratégia de Negócios: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • AI Agent Architecture in Java with Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
  • RH, Dados e Inteligência Artificial: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing: Johns Hopkins University
  • Curiosity: A Necessary Ingredient for Successful Innovation: Arizona State University
  • Foundations of Neural Networks: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to AI: Arm

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