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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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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Programming with Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Computational Thinking, Animations, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Storytelling, Game Design, Solution Design, Program Development, Coordination

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    程序设计与算法

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Memory Management, C and C++, Graph Theory, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Object Oriented Design, Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Application Development, Systems Development, Data Storage, Computer Architecture

    4.8
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Programación para todos (Introducción a Python)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Software Installation, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Computational Logic, Memory Management, System Configuration

    4.8
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    286 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Applied Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Diagnostic Tests, Computational Thinking, Model Evaluation, Epidemiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Informatics, Network Analysis, Molecular Biology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Data Mining, Life Sciences, Scientific Visualization, Data Synthesis, Data Literacy, Microbiology, Science and Research

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    74 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Program Development, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Software Development, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Code Reusability, No-Code Development, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Animations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Princeton University

    Algorithms, Part I

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Java, Performance Testing, Java Programming, Computational Thinking, Memory Management, Spatial Data Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Event-Driven Programming, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability, Video Game Development, Bioinformatics, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Program Development, Computer Science, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    How Computers Work

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Computer Literacy, General Networking, Network Security, Computer Networking, Application Security, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Cybersecurity, Problem Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    582 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Artificial Intelligence Algorithms Models and Limitations

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Ethics, Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Collection, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computational Thinking, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    576 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción a la inteligencia artificial

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Computational Logic, Program Development, Artificial Intelligence, Markov Model, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms, Computational Thinking, AI powered creativity, Creativity, Game Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Generative AI Agents, Software Development, Generative AI, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Social Sciences, Machine Learning, Model Optimization

    4.6
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    678 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Programación en Python

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Matplotlib, Python Programming, NumPy, Data Processing, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Graphing, Data Analysis, Computational Logic

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    216 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Debugging, Test Planning, Functional Testing, Other Programming Languages

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    236 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Programming with Scratch: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • 程序设计与算法: Peking University
  • Programación para todos (Introducción a Python): University of Michigan
  • Applied Bioinformatics: University of California San Diego
  • Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming: The University of Edinburgh
  • Algorithms, Part I: Princeton University
  • Fundamentals of Computing: Rice University
  • How Computers Work: University of London
  • Artificial Intelligence Algorithms Models and Limitations: LearnQuest
  • Introducción a la inteligencia artificial: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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