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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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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Programación en Python II: aprendiendo a estructurar datos

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Python Programming, Analysis

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft AI Product Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, User Story, User Interface (UI), Product Roadmaps, Competitive Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Usability, Persona Development, Product Development, Market Analysis, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Customer Analysis, Market Intelligence, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Quality Assurance and Control, Product Strategy, Data Analysis

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    Michigan State University

    Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Lean Methodologies, Growth Mindedness, New Business Development, Creative Thinking, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Business Modeling, Business, Business Risk Management

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    Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Smart Contracts

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Program Development, Secure Coding, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Software Design, Integrated Development Environments, Solution Design, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Transaction Processing, Computer Programming Tools, Data Validation

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    Rice University

    Practical Metacognition

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Concentration, Cognitive flexibility

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    The Non-Coder’s Guide to Vibe Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, No-Code Development, Presentations, Application Development, Generative AI, Web Applications, Automation, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Design, Interactive Design, Digital Design, Creative Design, New Product Development, Creative Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Creativity, Application Deployment

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Pre-Calculus

    Skills you'll gain: Trigonometry, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Arithmetic, Advanced Mathematics, Algebra, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Derivatives, Problem Solving

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    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Digital Footprint

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Data Management, Information Management, Goal Setting, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Customer Service Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Problem Solving, Customer Support, Greeting Customers, Help Desk Support, Customer and Client Support, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Technical Support and Services, Customer Relationship Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Customer Complaint Resolution, Empathy, Customer Engagement, Customer experience improvement, Process Management

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    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, Organizational Change, User Research, Design Thinking, Change Management, Design Research, Product Design, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Prototyping, Influencing, Qualitative Research, Leadership, Data Analysis, Analytics, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation

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    University of California San Diego

    Learn to Teach Java

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Teaching, Programming Principles, Java Programming, Program Development, Pedagogy, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Cultural Responsiveness, Test Case, Computational Logic, Pseudocode, Algorithms, Data Structures

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    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

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    Peking University

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    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biology, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Data Mining, Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Data Processing, Unstructured Data, Statistical Methods, Database Development

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    Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Programación en Python II: aprendiendo a estructurar datos:Ā Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Microsoft AI Product Manager:Ā Microsoft
  • Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success :Ā Michigan State University
  • Smart Contracts:Ā University at Buffalo
  • Practical Metacognition:Ā Rice University
  • The Non-Coder’s Guide to Vibe Coding:Ā SkillsBooster Academy
  • Pre-Calculus:Ā Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Digital Footprint:Ā The University of Edinburgh
  • Customer Service Fundamentals:Ā Knowledge Accelerators
  • Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design:Ā University of Toronto

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