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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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    IBM

    Generative AI for Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, Data Ethics, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Marketing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Learning Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows, Deep Learning, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Emerging Technologies, Context Management

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    The University of Sydney

    Innovation Through Design: Think, Make, Break, Repeat

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Service Design, Prototyping, Ideation, Product Development, Design, Case Studies, User Feedback

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Product Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI Product Strategy, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Commercialization, Product Management, Google Gemini, Product Lifecycle Management, Stakeholder Communications, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Customer experience improvement, Team Building, Responsible AI, Return On Investment, Product Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Creativity

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Google Gemini, Project Management, LLM Application, AI Enablement, Project Management Life Cycle, Data Ethics, Case Studies, Team Oriented, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Project Documentation, AI Workflows, Deep Learning, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Machine Learning

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    Multiple educators

    Generative AI for Growth Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, AI Enablement, Personalized Service, Data Ethics, Customer experience improvement, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, AI Workflows, Customer Advocacy, Deep Learning, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Content Creation, Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Context Management, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Model Deployment, Restful API, Software Documentation, Application Deployment, Code Review, Software Development, CI/CD, Natural Language Processing, AI Workflows, DevOps, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Java Programming, Deep Learning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Cleanroom Fundamentals & Semiconductor Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Thermal Management, Manufacturing Processes, Laboratory Equipment, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Laboratory Procedures, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Safety Standards, Goal Setting, Emerging Technologies, Problem Solving, Self-Starter, Higher Education, Time Management, Critical Thinking

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Software Documentation, Code Review, Software Development, CI/CD, Natural Language Processing, DevOps, Artificial Intelligence, Technical Documentation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Engineering, AI Workflows, Test Automation, Deep Learning, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR)

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Stay Ahead of the AI Curve

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Enablement, Strategic Thinking, Generative AI, Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Customer Support

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Standard Operating Procedure, Customer Support, Product Support, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Customer experience improvement, Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows, Data Ethics, Customer Insights, Deep Learning, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Automation, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Context Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Mobile App Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Mobile Development, Software Documentation, Anthropic Claude, LLM Application, Code Review, Apple iOS, AI Product Strategy, Machine Learning Methods, Software Development, CI/CD, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning

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    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Generative AI for Digital Marketing: IBM
  • Generative AI for Educators: IBM
  • Innovation Through Design: Think, Make, Break, Repeat: The University of Sydney
  • Generative AI for Product Managers: IBM
  • Generative AI for Project Managers: IBM
  • Generative AI for Growth Marketing: Starweaver
  • Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers: IBM
  • Cleanroom Fundamentals & Semiconductor Technologies: University at Buffalo
  • Generative AI for Software Developers: IBM
  • Stay Ahead of the AI Curve: Google

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