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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 Minnesota

    Predictive Analytics Project Ideation

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Business Analytics, Customer Analysis, Project Design, Advanced Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Business Analysis, Solution Design, Sprint Planning, Regression Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Design Thinking, Analysis, Ideation, Deep Learning, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Classification Algorithms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Python Debugging Capstone Project: Fixing and Extending Code

    Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Data Structures and Algorithms: Binary Search

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Development, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Javascript, Computer Science, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Science, Technology & Modernity

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Critical Thinking, Ancient History, Research, Science and Research, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Scientific Methods, Applied Mathematics, European History, Analysis, Physical Science, Industrial Engineering, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Intellectual Property

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Introduction to Machine Learning and Algorithmic Bias

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Machine Learning, Governance, Model Evaluation, Risk Mitigation, Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Business Ethics, Data Governance, Data Collection, Regulatory Requirements, Business, Business Strategy, Business Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Clemson University

    Applied Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, Model Evaluation, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Regression Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Pandas (Python Package), Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep AI-900: Microsoft Certified Azure AI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Microsoft Azure, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Data Science, Data Preprocessing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Lausanne

    HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Public Health, Health Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Systems Thinking, Community Health, Spatial Analysis, Governance, Policy Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, Health Assessment, Systems Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Environmental Issue, Data Collection, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Platform Product Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Platform As A Service (PaaS), No-Code Development, Digital Transformation, Product Management, System Implementation, Systems Integration, Business Transformation, Cost Management, Business Process, Cloud Computing, Enterprise Architecture, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Team Management, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Data Modelling Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Power BI, Data Manipulation, Data Literacy, Database Design, Data Transformation, Data Integration, Star Schema, Data Cleansing, Relationship Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    SSCP Fundamentals and Access Controls

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Authentications, IT Management, Security Management, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Security Awareness, Single Sign-On (SSO), Data Ethics, Computer Security Awareness Training, Multi-Factor Authentication, Change Control

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Cisco Certified DevNet Associate (200-901)

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Methodologies, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), CI/CD, Application Deployment, DevOps, Development Environment, Ansible, TCP/IP, Docker (Software), OSI Models, Cloud Infrastructure, General Networking, Computing Platforms, Application Programming Interface (API), Version Control, Network Administration, Software Design Patterns, JSON, Software-Defined Networking

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Predictive Analytics Project Ideation: University of Minnesota
  • Python Debugging Capstone Project: Fixing and Extending Code: University of Michigan
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Binary Search: Scrimba
  • Science, Technology & Modernity: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Introduction to Machine Learning and Algorithmic Bias: Northeastern University
  • Applied Data Science: Clemson University
  • Exam Prep AI-900: Microsoft Certified Azure AI Fundamentals: Whizlabs
  • HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS: University of Lausanne
  • Platform Product Essentials: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Data Modelling Essentials: Packt

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