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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


  • U

    Universidades AnƔhuac

    Food Design Thinking: Pensar creativamente la alimentación

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Nutrition Education, Food and Beverage, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Nutrition and Diet, Culture, Aesthetics, Sustainable Systems, Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Sustainable Development

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Be Your Best Creative Self

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Creativity, Personal Development, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Branding, Professionalism, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Reliability, Productivity, Communication, Graphic Design

    4.6 stars, 84 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.6 (84) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Estrategias de Emprendimiento

    Skills you'll gain: Supplier Management, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Supplier Performance Management, Business Strategies, Supplier Relationship Management, New Business Development, Growth Strategies, Business Development, Business Strategy, Business Modeling, Business Valuation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Sales Presentations, Market Opportunities, Financial Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis

    4.8 stars, 89 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.8 (89) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Strategy II: Doing Business in The Global Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Growth Strategies, New Business Development, Business Development, Corporate Strategy, Political Sciences, International Relations, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Go To Market Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Market Opportunities, Cost Reduction, Decision Making, Risk Management, Policy Analysis

    4.8 stars, 159 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.8 (159) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Learning Theory, User Experience Design, Design, Design Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Professional Development, Human Centered Design, Diversity Awareness, Digital pedagogy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Personal Development, Collaboration

    4.7 stars, 90 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.7 (90) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Unilever

    Using Data Analytics in Supply Chain

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Presentations, Data Visualization, Supply Chain, Data Management, Supply Chain Management, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Data Quality, Data Compilation, Analytical Skills, Data Cleansing, Data Synthesis, Risk Management, Problem Solving

    4.5 stars, 95 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.5 (95) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Critical Thinking, Classroom Management, Stress Management, Teaching, Student Engagement, Cognitive flexibility, Differentiated Instruction, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Human Learning, Special Education, Behavioral Management, Learning Strategies, Disabilities, Learning Theory, Habit Formation

    4.9 stars, 134 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.9 (134) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Conflict Management, Presentations, Teamwork, Technical Communication, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Target Audience, Oral Expression, Leadership Studies, Team Collaboration, Strategic Thinking

    4.8 stars, 86 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ā˜… 4.8 (86) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Teaching Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Peer Review, Editing, Student-Centred Learning, Teaching, Writing, Writing and Editing, Instructional Strategies, Course Development, Literacy, Student Engagement, Storytelling, Empowerment, Mentorship, Case Studies, Content Creation, Persuasive Communication, Creativity, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking

    4.6 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ā˜… 4.6 (61) Ā· Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Siemens

    Introduction to Digital Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Technologies, Business Transformation, Automation, Internet Of Things, Product Development, Technology Strategies, Product Design, Technology Solutions, Emerging Technologies, Telecommunications, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence

    4.6 stars, 112 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.6 (112) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Business Process Management in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process, Business Process Management, Process Improvement, Process Development, Patient-centered Care, Process Management, Process Design, Business Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Writing, Health Systems, Business Writing, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Innovation, Entrepreneurship

    4.6 stars, 172 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.6 (172) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Business Chinese 1 中级汉语 ļ¼ˆäøŠļ¼‰

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension, Business Communication, Language Learning, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Vocabulary, Collaboration, Grammar, Travel Arrangements, Time Management, Critical Thinking

    1.7 stars, 27 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 1.7 (27) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Food Design Thinking: Pensar creativamente la alimentación:Ā Universidades AnĆ”huac
  • Be Your Best Creative Self:Ā University of Colorado Boulder
  • Estrategias de Emprendimiento:Ā Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Global Strategy II: Doing Business in The Global Economy:Ā University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession:Ā University of Michigan
  • Using Data Analytics in Supply Chain:Ā Unilever
  • Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning:Ā Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations:Ā Johns Hopkins University
  • Teaching Writing:Ā Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Digital Transformation:Ā Siemens

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