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Computational Thinking Courses

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.


Popular Computational Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Brainstorming Specialist (Accredited)

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Meeting Facilitation, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Team Building, Cognitive flexibility, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Innovation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM UI/UX Designer

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, UI/UX Research, User Research, Agile Software Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Thinking, User Experience, User Centered Design, Usability, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, User Flows, User Interface (UI), Figma (Design Software), Wireframing, Design Research, Prototyping, Persona (User Experience)

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Competitive Strategy and Organization Design

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Customer Retention, Business Research, Business Strategy, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Peer Review, Strategic Thinking, Game Theory, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Product Strategy, Report Writing, Business Consulting, Growth Strategies, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Decision-Making, Management Consulting, Organizational Change, Analysis

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Education Software and Technology, LLM Application, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Image Quality, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Emerging Technologies, Data Security

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Программирование для всех (начало работы с Python)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Software Installation, Algorithms, Scripting, Computational Thinking, Development Environment

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Python GUI Development: Design & Build Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Usability, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Interactive Design, Application Design, Python Programming, Application Development

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Creative Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Persistence, Curiosity, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Problem Solving, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Motivational Skills

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Leadership & Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Succession Planning, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Business Writing, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Leadership and Management, Creativity, Problem Solving, Risk Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Program Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Program Management, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Risk Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Program Implementation, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Product Lifecycle Management, Business Process Automation, Deep Learning, Image Quality

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, AI Product Strategy, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Data Visualization Software, Image Quality, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Game Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Mathematical Modeling, Graph Theory, Bayesian Statistics, Behavioral Economics, Probability, Economics, Problem Solving, Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Python Fundamentals for Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Python Programming, Graphic and Visual Design, Computer Graphics, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, Data Import/Export, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Animations

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Brainstorming Specialist (Accredited): Packt
  • IBM UI/UX Designer: IBM
  • Competitive Strategy and Organization Design: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Generative AI for Educators: IBM
  • Программирование для всех (начало работы с Python): University of Michigan
  • Python GUI Development: Design & Build Apps: EDUCBA
  • Creative Problem Solving: University of Minnesota
  • Generative AI Leadership & Strategy: Vanderbilt University
  • Generative AI for Program Managers: IBM
  • Generative AI for Data Scientists: IBM

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