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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


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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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Project Management Methodologies

    Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Project Documentation, Quality Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Kanban Principles, Waterfall Methodology, Project Planning, Earned Value Management, Project Schedules, Scaled Agile Framework, Organizational Structure

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Adobe

    Job Applications Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Express, LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Critical Thinking, Graphic Design, Creativity, Personal Attributes, Design, Branding, Storytelling, Communication, Strategic Thinking, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Digital Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Evaluating Large-Scale Health Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Program Evaluation, Survey Creation, Health Policy, Sampling (Statistics), Health Systems, Health Assessment, Health Equity, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Maternal Health, Data Management, Statistical Analysis, Analysis, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Research Design, Nutritional Assessment, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    American Politics, Society, and History

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    CRISC: Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Compliance Management, Internal Controls, Threat Detection, Governance, Continuous Monitoring, Data Management, Disaster Recovery, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Regulatory Requirements, Business Analysis, Organizational Structure, Accountability, Stakeholder Communications

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Literacy Capstone – Evaluating Research

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Data Literacy, Research, Quantitative Research, Report Writing, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis

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    Dubai College of Tourism

    Introduction to Hospitality Revenue Management

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Market Share, Market Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Market Data, Benchmarking, Hospitality, Performance Analysis, Technology Strategies, Process Optimization, Business Technologies, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Data Visualization

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Introduction to UX/UI Design

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Wireframing, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Emerging Technologies, Prototyping, Software Development Life Cycle

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Ash-Related Operational Challenges in Energy Utilization of Sustainable Fuels

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Sustainable Engineering, Waste Minimization, Chemical Engineering, Thermal Management, Environmental Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Materials science, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Calculations

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Computational Logic, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Learn to Teach Java: Writing Classes and Arrays: University of California San Diego
  • Project Management Methodologies: Packt
  • Job Applications Essentials: Adobe
  • Evaluating Large-Scale Health Programs: Johns Hopkins University
  • American Politics, Society, and History: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • CRISC: Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control: Packt
  • Data Literacy Capstone – Evaluating Research: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Hospitality Revenue Management: Dubai College of Tourism
  • Introduction to UX/UI Design: IBM
  • Innovación digital: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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