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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


  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Doing Business in China

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Peer Review, Market Opportunities, Business Planning, Innovation, Ideation, Consumer Behaviour, Initiative and Leadership, Marketing Psychology, Brand Management, Diversity Marketing, Strategic Thinking, Marketing Planning, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Business Strategy, Proposal Development, Business Strategies, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Intelligence

    4.8 stars, 683 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (683) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, Software Testing, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Python Programming, Game Design, General Mathematics

    4.7 stars, 584 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (584) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Google SEO Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Content Optimization, Stakeholder Communications, Client Services, Content Strategy, Content Performance Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, Strategic Planning, Web Analytics, Business Planning, Sales Presentations, Presentations, Technical Communication, Gap Analysis, Prioritization

    4.7 stars, 495 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (495) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding Prostate Cancer

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education and Support, Radiation Therapy, Diagnostic Tests, Oncology, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Patient Evaluation, Endocrinology, Pathology, Urology, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Biology, Surgery, Care Management, Risk Analysis, Pharmacotherapy

    4.8 stars, 765 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (765) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Front-End Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Usability, Object Oriented Design, Version Control, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Web Design and Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, .NET Framework, Microsoft Visual Studio, Authorization (Computing), AI Integrations, Application Security, Computational Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Web Components, Pseudocode, Microsoft Development Tools, Javascript

    4.6 stars, 283 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (283) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    AI For Everyone (すべての人のためのAIリテラシー講座)

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, AI Enablement, Artificial Neural Networks, Digital Transformation, Machine Learning Methods, AI literacy, Deep Learning, Technical Management, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Business Transformation

    4.7 stars, 308 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Programación en Python

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Matplotlib, Python Programming, NumPy, Data Processing, Algorithms, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Graphing, Data Analysis, Computational Logic

    4.5 stars, 217 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (217) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Social and Human Services, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Impact, Advocacy, Community Organizing, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Awareness, Research, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Systems Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 449 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expressway to Data Science: Essential Math

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus, Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Graphing, General Mathematics, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives, Probability & Statistics

    4.5 stars, 487 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (487) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Business Execution: Ops, Team Management & Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Supplier Relationship Management, Internal Communications, Systems Thinking, Process Mapping, Operational Efficiency, Contract Management, Supplier Management, Proposal Writing, Negotiation, Leadership Studies, Team Leadership, AI Enablement, Leadership, Operations Management, Communication, Business, Team Management

    4.5 stars, 312 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (312) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    West Virginia University

    Wood Science: Beyond Building

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economics, Sustainable Design, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Economic Development, Environmental Science, Product Knowledge, Resource Utilization, Materials science, Climate Change Mitigation, Construction, Structural Analysis

    4.6 stars, 786 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (786) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Customer-Centric IT Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Business Strategy, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Strategy, Design Thinking, Process Design, AI Enablement, Large Language Modeling, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Project Portfolio Management, Technical Communication, Customer experience improvement

    4.6 stars, 677 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (677) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Doing Business in China: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Principles of Computing (Part 1): Rice University
  • Google SEO Capstone Project: University of California, Davis
  • Understanding Prostate Cancer: Johns Hopkins University
  • Microsoft Front-End Developer: Microsoft
  • AI For Everyone (すべての人のためのAIリテラシー講座): DeepLearning.AI
  • Programación en Python: Universidad de los Andes
  • Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change: University of Michigan
  • Expressway to Data Science: Essential Math: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Business Execution: Ops, Team Management & Communication: Coursera

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