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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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    EDUCBA

    C Programming Projects for Games and System Development

    Skills you'll gain: Data Persistence, File I/O, C (Programming Language), Game Design, Programming Principles, Debugging, Code Reusability, Data Modeling, Video Game Development, Computational Thinking, System Programming, Data Integrity, C and C++, File Management, Program Development, Application Development, Data Management, Data Storage, Computational Logic, Animation and Game Design

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Mathematical Foundations for Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Database Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Data Structures, General Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Business Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Big Ideas in Programming: Expressing Yourself with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Data Visualization, Computational Thinking, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apply C Programming to Build an Online Exam Portal

    Skills you'll gain: Data Persistence, File I/O, C (Programming Language), Debugging, Code Reusability, Computational Thinking, File Management, Programming Principles, C and C++, Program Development, Data Storage, Application Design

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    計算機程式設計 (Computer Programming)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Computational Logic, Program Development, Memory Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Program Development, Python Programming, Computer Science, Verification And Validation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Algorithms and Problem-Solving in JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Javascript, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning, Computer Programming, Solution Design, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    AI CERTs

    AI Foundations & Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Design and Product, Design Thinking, Experience Design, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, Human Centered Design, User Centered Design, Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows, User Research, Design, Solution Design, AI Integrations, AI literacy, Product Strategy, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computational Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Psychology, Human Factors

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Howard University

    Capstone: Design Thinking for IS in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Solution Design, Customer Analysis, Business Solutions, Process Design, Customer Insights, User Centered Design, Cloud-Based Integration, Information Systems, Brainstorming, User Research, Ideation, Persona Development, Target Audience, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, User Feedback, Product Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Programming for a Networked World

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Distributed Computing, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Networking, Data Structures, Network Model, Natural Language Processing, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Geospatial Information and Technology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Design Thinking for Data Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Design and Product, Experience Design, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, User Feedback, Solution Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Customer Insights, Interviewing Skills, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Business Requirements, Problem Solving, Product Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • C Programming Projects for Games and System Development: EDUCBA
  • Mathematical Foundations for Computing: University of London
  • Big Ideas in Programming: Expressing Yourself with Python: University of Michigan
  • Apply C Programming to Build an Online Exam Portal: EDUCBA
  • 計算機程式設計 (Computer Programming): National Taiwan University
  • Principles of Computing (Part 2): Rice University
  • Algorithms and Problem-Solving in JavaScript: Packt
  • AI Foundations & Design Thinking: AI CERTs
  • Computational Vision: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Capstone: Design Thinking for IS in Business: Howard University

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