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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


  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    DeepLearning.AI TensorFlow Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Natural Language Processing, Model Training, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Deep Learning, Embeddings, Fine-tuning, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Forecasting, Machine Learning

    4.7 stars, 25K reviews, Intermediate, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (25K) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT: Excel at Personal Automation with GPTs, AI & Zapier

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Agentic systems, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI, LLM Application, AI literacy, Email Automation, OpenAI, OpenAI API, Expense Management, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, AI Workflows, AI powered creativity, Artificial Intelligence, Automation

    4.8 stars, 8.8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (8.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Threat Management, Cyber Attacks, Authentications, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Cyber Security Policies, Authorization (Computing), Multi-Factor Authentication, Human Factors (Security), Malware Protection

    4.6 stars, 17K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (17K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategy, Overcoming Obstacles, Mitigation

    4.8 stars, 210 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (210) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    Pensamento Crítico, Lógica e Argumentação

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Motion Arguments, Decision Intelligence, Persuasive Communication, Legal Hearings, Media and Communications, Appeals, Probability & Statistics, Correlation Analysis

    4.7 stars, 167 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (167) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agents with Model Context Protocol & Typescript

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Prompt Engineering, Model Context Protocol, ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, AI powered creativity, Prompt Patterns, Token Optimization, AI Workflows, Ideation, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI Agents, Multimodal Prompts, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Agentic systems, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.8 stars, 9K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Project Execution: Running the Project

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Closure, Team Management, Project Management, Product Quality (QA/QC), Project Management Life Cycle, Quality Assessment, Quality Assurance, Team Leadership, Project Controls, Project Implementation, Issue Tracking, Team Building, Project Coordination, Leadership and Management, Project Management Software, Project Risk Management, Data Storytelling, Risk Management, Strategic Thinking

    4.8 stars, 10K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (10K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U
    D

    Multiple educators

    Object Oriented Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), Debugging, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Bioinformatics, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Software Design, Problem Solving

    4.6 stars, 15K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (15K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Alberta

    Science Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Research Design, Peer Review, Experimentation, Media and Communications, Correlation Analysis, Journalism, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Communication

    4.4 stars, 290 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (290) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agents with Model Context Protocol

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Prompt Engineering, Model Context Protocol, ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, Prompt Patterns, Token Optimization, AI Workflows, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI Agents, Multimodal Prompts, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, Agentic systems, AI Product Strategy, AI Personalization

    4.8 stars, 8.3K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (8.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

    Skills you'll gain: UI Components, User Interface (UI), Computational Thinking, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Interactive Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Programming Principles, Web Design, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Image Analysis, Web Applications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Computer Graphics

    4.6 stars, 15K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Leadership & Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Succession Planning, LLM Application, AI literacy, Business Writing, Responsible AI, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Leadership, Business Correspondence, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Creativity, Problem Solving, Risk Management

    4.8 stars, 9.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (9.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • DeepLearning.AI TensorFlow Developer: DeepLearning.AI
  • ChatGPT: Excel at Personal Automation with GPTs, AI & Zapier: Vanderbilt University
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks: IBM
  • Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science: Dartmouth College
  • Pensamento Crítico, Lógica e Argumentação: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
  • AI Agents with Model Context Protocol & Typescript: Vanderbilt University
  • Project Execution: Running the Project: Google
  • Object Oriented Programming in Java: University of California San Diego
  • Science Literacy: University of Alberta
  • AI Agents with Model Context Protocol: Vanderbilt University

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