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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.


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Popular Critical Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    University of Leeds

    An Introduction to Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Data Security, Data Integrity

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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Feedback and Coaching For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Growth Mindedness, Empathy, Relationship Building, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Compassion, Collaboration, Mentorship, Teamwork, Empowerment, Decision Making, Active Listening, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

    4.7
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    165 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    人工智慧:機器學習與理論基礎 (Artificial Intelligence - Learning & Theory)

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Autoencoders, Convolutional Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Computer Science, Decision Tree Learning, Algorithms

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Function-Calling and Data Extraction with LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Tool Calling, AI Workflows, Hugging Face, Unstructured Data, SQL, Web Services, Prompt Engineering, AI Enablement, Database Management, Restful API, Data Processing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    From Zero to Hero - Digital Product Development From Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Product Development, User Experience Design, Model Evaluation, Design Thinking, AI Product Strategy, User Research, Amazon Web Services, New Product Development, Generative AI, Innovation, Machine Learning, Design Research, Problem Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Wrangling Data in the Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, R Programming, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Programming, Text Mining

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Innovación digital

    Skills you'll gain: Water Sustainability, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Communication Planning, Water Resource Management, Project Design, Social Media, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Water Resources, Project Planning, Resilience, Sustainable Systems, Strategic Leadership, Environmental Issue, Problem Solving, Innovation, Climate Change Adaptation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Communications and High-Speed Signals with Raspberry Pi

    Skills you'll gain: Electronics, Communication Systems, Hardware Design, Digital Communications, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Digital Signal Processing, Failure Analysis, Electronic Components, Estimation, Debugging, Network Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Pensamiento de diseño para la innovación

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Innovation, Creativity, Storytelling, Human Centered Design, Strategic Thinking, Data Visualization, Growth Mindedness, Test Tools, Entrepreneurship, Case Studies, Business Modeling, Peer Review

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Practical Metacognition for Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Obstacles, Complex Problem Solving, Resourcefulness, Cognitive flexibility, Personal Attributes, Curiosity, Quick Learning, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Leadership in the Family Business

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Governance, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Talent Management, Organizational Structure, Business Continuity, Entrepreneurship, Conflict Management, Business Economics, Decision Making

    4.1
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Learn to Teach Java: Writing Classes and Arrays

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Education Software and Technology, Computer Programming, Digital pedagogy, Program Development, Debugging, Data Structures

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

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

  • An Introduction to Cryptography: University of Leeds
  • Feedback and Coaching For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • 人工智慧:機器學習與理論基礎 (Artificial Intelligence - Learning & Theory): National Taiwan University
  • Function-Calling and Data Extraction with LLMs: DeepLearning.AI
  • From Zero to Hero - Digital Product Development From Scratch: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Wrangling Data in the Tidyverse: Johns Hopkins University
  • Innovación digital: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Communications and High-Speed Signals with Raspberry Pi: Johns Hopkins University
  • Pensamiento de diseño para la innovación: University of Virginia
  • Practical Metacognition for Learning: Rice University

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