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Computational Thinking Courses

Computational thinking courses can help you learn problem decomposition, pattern recognition, algorithmic design, and abstraction techniques. You can build skills in logical reasoning, data analysis, and effective solution development across various applications, from programming to data science. Many courses introduce tools like Python, Scratch, and various simulation software, demonstrating how these skills can be applied to solve complex problems in fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and software development.


Popular Computational Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Transforming Education in an Interconnected World

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Improvement Process, Student-Centred Learning, Innovation, Education and Training, Process Improvement, Instructional Strategies, Higher Education, Program Evaluation, Community Development, International Relations, Initiative and Leadership, Systems Thinking, Adult Learning Principles, Visionary, Community Organizing, Policy Analysis, Leadership, Collaboration, Leadership and Management, Critical Thinking

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Business Chinese 1 中级汉语 (上)

    Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Oral Expression, Communication, Business Writing, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Business Technologies, Grammar, Vocabulary, Collaboration, Time Management, Critical Thinking

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    University of Lausanne

    Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Statistical Reporting, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Laboratory Reports, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Case Studies

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Healthcare Organizations and the Health System

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Governance, Health Systems, Presentations, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Organizational Structure, Health Care, Microsoft PowerPoint

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IESE Business School

    ¿Qué hacen los buenos directivos? Prioridades de la Alta Dirección

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Business Priorities, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Prioritization, Workforce Development, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Business Management, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Human Capital, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, People Management, Business Modeling, Innovation, Persona (User Experience)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Teaching EFL/ESL Reading: A Task Based Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, English Language, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar, Student-Centred Learning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Programación con Python, nivel intermedio

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Scripting, Data Import/Export, Logical Reasoning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Remote Sensing Image Acquisition, Analysis and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Geospatial Information and Technology, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Feature Engineering, Spatial Analysis, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Classification Algorithms, Probability & Statistics, Artificial Neural Networks

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Florida

    Agroforestry

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Water Resources, Sustainability Standards, Climate Change Adaptation, Water Resource Management, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Plant Operations and Management, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Spatial Analysis, Socioeconomics, Research, Research Methodologies, Biology

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Sustainable Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Organizational Change, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Environmental Regulations, Geospatial Mapping, Culture Transformation, Organizational Effectiveness, Environmental Resource Management, Sustainability Reporting, Spatial Data Analysis, Environmental Issue, Leadership, Social Determinants Of Health, Collaboration, Financial Analysis, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Codio

    Java Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Documentation, Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Computer Science

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    IE Business School

    Foundations of Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Strategic Thinking, Market Analysis, Strategic Planning, Strategic Marketing, Resource Management, Business Process

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Transforming Education in an Interconnected World: University of Michigan
  • Business Chinese 1 中级汉语 (上): Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court: University of Lausanne
  • Healthcare Organizations and the Health System: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • ¿Qué hacen los buenos directivos? Prioridades de la Alta Dirección: IESE Business School
  • Teaching EFL/ESL Reading: A Task Based Approach: University of London
  • Programación con Python, nivel intermedio: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Remote Sensing Image Acquisition, Analysis and Applications: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • Agroforestry: University of Florida
  • Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future: University of Michigan

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