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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


  • H

    Harvard Business Review

    Build High-Performing Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Team Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, Talent Management, Employee Retention, Teamwork, Employee Coaching, Team Building, Team Collaboration, Crisis Management, Creative Thinking, Talent Recruitment, Team Management, Curiosity, Ideation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development

    ★ 4.8 (10) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Hot New Release
    Hot New Release
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Market Research and Analysis for Tech Industries

    Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Consumer Behaviour, Business Research, Customer Analysis, Marketing Psychology, Market Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Planning, Data-Driven Marketing, Behavioral Economics, Target Market, Customer Insights, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Strategic Marketing, Technology Strategies, Product Lifecycle Management, Business-To-Consumer, B2B Sales, Digital Marketing

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Pearson

    The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Threat Modeling, Security Management, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Disaster Recovery, Governance, Business Continuity, Application Security, Information Management, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Configuration Management, Regulatory Compliance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Mitigation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Malware Protection

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    General Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Thermal Management, Engineering, Vibrations, Physical Science, Engineering Analysis, General Science and Research, electromagnetics, Experimentation, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Problem Solving, Science and Research, Analytical Skills, Computer Science, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning, Research, Software Development, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Computational Thinking with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development Life Cycle, Program Development, Plot (Graphics), Data Presentation, Event-Driven Programming, Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, Data Literacy, Animation and Game Design, Software Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Applied Machine Learning, Javascript, Interactive Design, Graphics Software, Software Design, Computer Graphics, Code Reusability, JavaScript Frameworks

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Creating EV Charging Hubs: Innovative Design

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Environmental Regulations, Safety Standards, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Energy and Utilities, High Voltage, Sustainable Development, Electrical Safety, Sustainable Engineering, Wireless Networks, Capacity Management, Emerging Technologies

    ★ 4.7 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Intel

    Intel® Telco Cloud Academy

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Deployment, Virtual Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Network Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Technologies, Containerization, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Cloud Platforms, Kubernetes, Cloud Engineering, Network Performance Management, Cloud Solutions, Network Planning And Design, Computing Platforms

    ★ 4.8 (12) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    Lecturio

    Chemistry

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Design Thinking for Human-Centered IoT Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, Usability Testing, Design Research, Prototyping, Design Thinking, Ideation, Usability, Internet Of Things, Solution Design, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Human Centered Design, User Experience

    ★ 4.3 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Legal Research

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Strategy, Legal Technology, Legal Research, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Decision Intelligence, Responsible AI, AI Integrations, Legal Writing, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Predictive Modeling, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 3.8 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pearson

    PMP Certification: Unit 5

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Request for Proposal, Procurement, Subcontracting, Strategic Prioritization, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management, Vendor Contracts

    ★ 4.6 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidad Tecnológica Centroamericana

    Metodologías activas para el aprendizaje

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Blended Learning, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Digital pedagogy, Education and Training, Strategic Thinking, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Lesson Planning, Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Program Evaluation, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Proposal Development, Project Design, Program Implementation, Curriculum Planning

    ★ 4.5 (34) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular critical thinking courses

  • Build High-Performing Teams: Harvard Business Review
  • Market Research and Analysis for Tech Industries: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification: Pearson
  • General Physics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Computational Thinking with JavaScript: University of Glasgow
  • Creating EV Charging Hubs: Innovative Design: Coursera
  • Intel® Telco Cloud Academy: Intel
  • Chemistry: Lecturio
  • Design Thinking for Human-Centered IoT Solutions: LearnQuest
  • GenAI for Legal Research: Coursera

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