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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


  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Capstone Value Creation through Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Innovation, Strategic Marketing, Product Development, Marketing Planning, Product Improvement, Strategic Thinking, New Product Development, Commercialization, Ideation, Technology Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Value Propositions, Forecasting, Emerging Technologies, Continuous Improvement Process

    4.5 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Typography and Color Theory in Design with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Typography, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Branding

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnostics, Networks, Customers

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Performance Management, Technical Communication, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Network Administration, Debugging, End User Training and Support, Help Desk Support, Problem Management, Network Analysis

    5 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Learning with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Learning Strategies, Education Software and Technology, AI Personalization, AI literacy, Lifelong Learning, Human Learning, Adult Learning Principles, Student-Centred Learning, Generative AI, Critical Thinking, Goal Setting

    5 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Azure Network Services

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Architecture, Virtual Networking, Network Administration, Wide Area Networks, Hardening, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Routing, Remote Access Systems

    4.8 stars, 37 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (37) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Les Expressions Lambda et Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Functional Design, Development Environment

    4.6 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (12) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leveraging Generative AI for Social Impact Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Responsible AI, AI Workflows, Generative AI, AI Integrations, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Social Impact, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.5 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Research and Draft a Competitive Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Benchmarking, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Market Dynamics, Research Reports, Business Research, Competitive Intelligence, Market Analysis, Performance Measurement, Report Writing, Market Intelligence, Business Strategy, Marketing, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Communication, Communication Strategies

    4.9 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    ITSM Foundations: Optimizing IT Service Management

    Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, IT Service Management, Incident Management, Release Management, Problem Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Service Management, Incident Response, Problem Solving, Change Requests, IT Automation, Change Management, Information Technology Operations, Automation, Operational Efficiency

    3.3 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.3 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    SQL in Action: Querying, Aggregating, and Joining Data

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning, Analytical Skills, Data Manipulation, Analysis

    4.9 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Threat Modeling, Security Management, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Disaster Recovery, Governance, Business Continuity, Application Security, Information Management, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Configuration Management, Regulatory Compliance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Mitigation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Malware Protection

    4.5 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Security Foundations, Threats, and Network Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Firewall, Key Management, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Network Planning And Design, Authorization (Computing), Public Key Infrastructure, Authentications, Risk Management Framework

    4.6 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Capstone Value Creation through Innovation: 28DIGITAL
  • Typography and Color Theory in Design with Canva: Coursera
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnostics, Networks, Customers: Coursera
  • Learning with AI: Politecnico di Milano
  • Azure Network Services: EDUCBA
  • Les Expressions Lambda et Java: Coursera
  • Leveraging Generative AI for Social Impact Organizations: University of Michigan
  • Research and Draft a Competitive Analysis: Coursera
  • ITSM Foundations: Optimizing IT Service Management: Coursera
  • SQL in Action: Querying, Aggregating, and Joining Data: Coursera

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