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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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    Institute for the Future

    Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action

    Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Planning, Action Oriented, Planning, Community Organizing, Strategic Thinking, Optimism, Creative Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Persuasive Communication, Creativity, Goal Setting, Leadership, Storytelling, Cultural Responsiveness, Discussion Facilitation

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    283 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Debugging

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    348 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Apply Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative Model Architectures, Image Analysis, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Information Privacy, Data Synthesis

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    547 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft AI Product Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, User Story, User Interface (UI), Product Roadmaps, Competitive Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Usability, Persona Development, Product Development, Market Analysis, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Customer Analysis, Market Intelligence, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Quality Assurance and Control, Product Strategy, Data Analysis

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    297 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Crafting User-First Product Experiences in the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, User Story, User Interface (UI), Competitive Intelligence, Usability, Persona Development, Microsoft Copilot, Product Development, Market Analysis, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Customer Analysis, Design Thinking, Product Roadmaps, User Interface (UI) Design, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Governance

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Decision Support Systems, Computational Thinking, Data Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    455 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Molecular Biology, Informatics, Predictive Modeling, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis Software, Data Mapping, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Data Pipelines

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    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Formal Financial Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Accounting, Accounting, Accounting Records, Financial Accounting, General Ledger, Accrual Accounting, Financial Reporting, Inventory Accounting, Balance Sheet, Fixed Asset, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Financial Statements

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    382 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Music and Social Action

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, Music History, Liberal Arts, Music, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Pedagogy, Teaching, Public Affairs, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Advocacy, Case Studies

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI For Medical Treatment

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Clinical Trials, Applied Machine Learning, Patient Treatment, AI Personalization, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Text Mining, Health Informatics, Large Language Modeling, Medical Terminology, Natural Language Processing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Fundamentos del Emprendimiento: Pensamiento y Acción

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Feasibility Studies, Business Planning, Strategic Thinking, New Business Development, Business Strategies, Innovation, Financial Analysis, Business Leadership, Business Analysis, Marketing Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Israel State and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Demography, Political Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Anthropology, World History, Cultural Diversity, Governance, Economics, Conflict Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    381 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action: Institute for the Future
  • Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion: Duke University
  • Apply Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs): DeepLearning.AI
  • Microsoft AI Product Manager: Microsoft
  • Crafting User-First Product Experiences in the AI Era: Microsoft
  • Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法: Peking University
  • Formal Financial Accounting: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Music and Social Action: Yale University
  • AI For Medical Treatment: DeepLearning.AI

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