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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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    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Programación con Python, nivel básico

    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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Healthcare Leadership Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Leadership, Team Leadership, Advocacy, Communication, Strategic Leadership, Change Management, Health Care, Organizational Leadership, Interpersonal Communications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    C++: Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Prompt Injection Vulnerabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Cybersecurity, Prompt Engineering, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Security Strategy, Risk Mitigation

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Reputation Crisis? Facebook meets Cambridge Analytica

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Facebook, Stakeholder Management, Business Management, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Data Ethics, Leadership, Information Privacy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Better Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Mental Concentration, Productivity, Psychology, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    A Second Brain with Obsidian

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Organizational Skills, Document Management, Information Architecture, Content Management, Network Analysis, System Configuration

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Simplilearn

    Agile and Project Management Mastery for Scrum Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Project Management, Risk Management, Kanban Principles, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Agile Software Development, Cost Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Backlogs, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Scope Management, Team Leadership, Project Estimation, Earned Value Management, Requirements Management, Sprint Planning, Organizational Structure, Sprint Retrospectives

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : GradCAM

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Heat Maps, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Development Methodologies Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Software Development Methodologies, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Cloud Development, Continuous Delivery, Agile Software Development, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Software Engineering, Scrum (Software Development), Computer Programming, Kubernetes

    4.9
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI in Action: From Theory to Real-World Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Finance, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Case Studies, Analysis, Business Process Automation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Critical Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Sustainable and Resilient Operations Management

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Technologies, Operations Management, Manufacturing Operations, Environmental Engineering, Corporate Sustainability, Business Leadership, Industrial Engineering, Climate Change Mitigation, Product Design, Environmental Resource Management, Waste Minimization, Systems Thinking, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies

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    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Programación con Python, nivel básico: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Healthcare Leadership Principles: University of Michigan
  • C++: Algorithms: Codio
  • Introduction to Prompt Injection Vulnerabilities: Coursera
  • Reputation Crisis? Facebook meets Cambridge Analytica: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Better Learning: American Psychological Association
  • A Second Brain with Obsidian: Coursera
  • Agile and Project Management Mastery for Scrum Leaders: Simplilearn
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch : GradCAM: Coursera
  • Development Methodologies Overview: LearnQuest

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