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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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    Caltech

    Getting started in cryo-EM

    Skills you'll gain: Specimen Preparation, Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Specimen Processing, Cell Biology, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Techniques, Digital Signal Processing, Scientific Visualization, 3D Modeling

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    272 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Diversity Awareness, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Community Organizing, Student Engagement, Parent Communication, Trustworthiness, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Family Support, Collaboration, Teamwork, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Prioritization, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Cultural Sensitivity, Socioeconomics, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    584 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Social Network Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Social Sciences, Data Cleansing, Statistical Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    244 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Entender el diseño

    Skills you'll gain: Design Research, Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Design Strategies, Aesthetics, Case Studies, User Experience Design, Sustainable Design, Graphic Design, Social Impact, Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Issue, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    564 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Journals, Writing and Editing, Visual Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Content Creation, Personal Development, Creative Thinking, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Overcoming Obstacles, Creativity, English Language, Detail Oriented, Empathy

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    441 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Peer Review, Collaborative Software, Diagram Design, Collaboration, Information Architecture, Critical Thinking, Team Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Organizational Skills

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    412 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Social and Human Services, Human Services, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Impact, Advocacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Awareness, Research, Systems Thinking, Policy Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    444 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Governance, Microsoft 365, Personalized Campaigns, AI powered creativity, Sales Enablement, Marketing Automation, Marketing Operations, Customer experience improvement, Regulatory Compliance, Business Process Automation, Compliance Management, AI literacy, Microsoft Office, Critical Thinking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    204 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google People Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Team Leadership, Goal-Oriented, Employee Coaching, Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, People Development, Goal Setting, Performance Appraisal, Delegation Skills, Drive Engagement, Team Performance Management, Culture Transformation, Internal Communications, Relationship Management, Resource Management, Independent Thinking, AI Enablement, AI literacy, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    464 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Healthcare Project Management, Data Quality, Spreadsheet Software, Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    202 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity and the X-Factor

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Human Factors (Security), Threat Management, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Security Management, End User Training and Support, Human Factors, Behavioral Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    260 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting

    Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Ingenuity, Creative Thinking, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Social Skills, Empathy, Composure, Professionalism, Active Listening, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    367 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Getting started in cryo-EM: Caltech
  • Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales: Universidad Austral
  • Social Network Analysis: University of California, Davis
  • Entender el diseño: Arizona State University
  • Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself: Wesleyan University
  • Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change: University of Michigan
  • Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion: Microsoft
  • Google People Management Essentials: Google
  • Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

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