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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Generative and Agentic AI Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative Model Architectures, Microsoft Azure, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, LLM Application, Application Deployment, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning

    3.8 stars, 58 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.8 (58) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Google Data-Driven Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Dashboard Creation, Data Presentation, Performance Measurement, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence Software, Tableau Software, Data Integrity, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Storytelling, Analysis, Prompt Patterns, Statistical Methods, Analytics, Stakeholder Communications, Visual Design, Spreadsheet Software, Verbal Communication Skills

    4.7 stars, 113 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (113) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Fine Tune BERT for Text Classification with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Training, Model Evaluation, Transfer Learning, Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Deep Learning, Data Pipelines

    4.6 stars, 212 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (212) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Cognición, Pensamiento y Lenguaje

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Computational Thinking, Systems Thinking, Human Learning, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Decision Intelligence, Research, Grammar, Experimentation, Oral Expression

    4.7 stars, 219 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (219) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Healthcare Project Management, Data Quality, Spreadsheet Software, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 203 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (203) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Fake News Detection with Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Exploratory Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Model Training, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Automation

    4.6 stars, 266 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (266) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    History of Mental Illness

    Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy

    4.6 stars, 155 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (155) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Human Resources Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Performance Review, Human Resource Policies, Talent Recruitment, Recruitment, Smart Goals, Employee Performance Management, Culture Transformation, Performance Appraisal, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Organizational Leadership, Performance Management, Recruitment Strategies, Interviewing Skills, Drive Engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Human Resource Management

    4.7 stars, 127 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (127) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Designing for User Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, User Research, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, User Experience, UI/UX Research, Design Research, Ideation, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, User Flows, Creativity

    4.6 stars, 122 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (122) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Behavior Management, Behavioral Management, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Critical Thinking, Empathy

    4.4 stars, 63 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (63) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Generative AI in Business

    Skills you'll gain: AI Integrations, AI Personalization, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Generative Model Architectures, AI Enablement, Data Integration, Customer experience strategy (CX), Strategic Thinking, Communication Planning, Innovation, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Business Analysis, Project Risk Management, Project Performance, Solution Design, Business Strategies, Business Process Management, Decision Making

    4.8 stars, 142 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (142) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Creating Database Tables with SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Development, SQL, Database Software, Database Management, Databases, Database Systems, Data Integrity

    4.6 stars, 324 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (324) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Microsoft Generative and Agentic AI Basics: Microsoft
  • Google Data-Driven Decision Making: Google
  • Fine Tune BERT for Text Classification with TensorFlow: Coursera
  • Cognición, Pensamiento y Lenguaje: Universidad de Palermo
  • Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Fake News Detection with Machine Learning: Coursera
  • History of Mental Illness: Wesleyan University
  • Human Resources Management Essentials: Johns Hopkins University
  • Designing for User Experience: Microsoft
  • Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior: Fractal Analytics

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