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Computational Thinking Courses

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.


Popular Computational Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Yale University

    Moral Foundations of Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, European History, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Socioeconomics, Economics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, ChatGPT, Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Keyword Research, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Search Engine Optimization, Deep Learning, Image Quality

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Use AI Responsibly

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Data Security, Machine Learning, Generative AI, Analysis, Critical Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Fashion as Design

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Aesthetics, Design, Art History, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Research, Non-Verbal Communication, Sociology, Design Thinking, Creativity, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Education Software and Technology, LLM Application, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Image Quality, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Emerging Technologies, Data Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Customer Support

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Standard Operating Procedure, ChatGPT, Customer Support, Product Support, AI Product Strategy, AI Personalization, Customer Analysis, Personalized Service, LLM Application, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Customer experience improvement, Data Ethics, Customer Insights, Deep Learning, Image Quality, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Information​ ​Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Cybersecurity, Business Requirements, Business Systems, Cloud Computing, IT Management, Supply Chain Systems, Change Management, Business Technologies, Information Technology, Organizational Change, Technology Strategies, System Implementation, User Requirements Documents, Technology Solutions, Project Management, Critical Thinking

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

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    University of California San Diego

    Algorithms on Strings

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Precision Medicine, Life Sciences

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Coding Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Visualization, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Technical Communication, Computer Programming, Program Development, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    760 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Database Design, ChatGPT, Data Pipelines, Query Languages, Extract, Transform, Load, Responsible AI, Data Warehousing, Data Ethics, Data Infrastructure, AI Product Strategy, Data Architecture, Data Mining, Data Synthesis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Image Quality, Machine Learning

    4.7
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    11K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Harvard Business Review

    Think Like a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Business Acumen, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Making, Competitive Analysis, Financial Statements, Leadership, Financial Analysis, Team Leadership, Critical Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lund University

    Greening the Economy: Sustainable Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Governance, Systems Thinking, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Moral Foundations of Politics : Yale University
  • Generative AI for Digital Marketing: IBM
  • Use AI Responsibly: Google
  • Fashion as Design: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Generative AI for Educators: IBM
  • Generative AI for Customer Support: IBM
  • Information​ ​Systems: University of Minnesota
  • Algorithms on Strings: University of California San Diego
  • Coding Interview Preparation: Meta
  • Generative AI for Data Engineers: IBM

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