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.

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Calculus, Probability, Computational Thinking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Psychology, Computer Science, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Python Programming, Scripting, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Software Development
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Tsinghua University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Database Design, Pseudocode, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Data Storage, Query Languages
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Software, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Simulations, Biochemistry, Computational Thinking, Failure Analysis, Differential Equations, Cell Biology, Hazard Analysis, Technical Design, Chemical Engineering
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Java, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Spatial Data Analysis, Theoretical Computer Science, Simulations
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Program Development, Computational Logic, Python Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Software Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Economics, Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Theoretical Computer Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Performance Testing, Embedded Systems, Graph Theory, Technical Documentation, Model Evaluation, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Python Programming, Graphic and Visual Design, Computer Graphics, Computational Logic, Software Design, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, File I/O, Data Structures, Animations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidade Estadual de Campinas
Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Digital pedagogy, Robotics, Computer Programming Tools, Prototyping, Technical Design, Artificial Intelligence, Open Source Technology, Embedded Systems, Creative Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Software Development Life Cycle, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Build Tools, CI/CD, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Methodologies, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Software Development Tools, Version Control, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Computational Thinking, Cloud Development, Continuous Delivery, Programming Principles
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months