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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


  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Bioinformatics, Advanced Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Data Storage, Network Analysis, Verification And Validation, Computer Programming, Analysis, Software Testing, C and C++, Python Programming, Java, Debugging, Rust (Programming Language), Javascript

    ★ 4.6 (17K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Skepticism

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Learning Strategies

    ★ 4.7 (86) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google

    Agile Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, User Story, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Product Roadmaps, Sprint Retrospectives, Coaching, Team Management, Team Oriented, Team Building, Organizational Change, Waterfall Methodology, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Influencing

    ★ 4.8 (15K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Sequence Models

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Hugging Face, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Embeddings, Large Language Modeling, Deep Learning, Transfer Learning, Fine-tuning

    ★ 4.8 (31K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, ChatGPT, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Responsible AI, OpenAI, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Large Language Modeling, Leadership and Management, AI Enablement, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Ethics, Hugging Face, Legal Risk, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Top AI Program
    Top AI Program
  • G

    Google

    Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Experience, Persona (User Experience), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Story, UI/UX Research, User Centered Design, Design Thinking, User Research, Human Factors, Human Centered Design, Ideation, Competitive Analysis, Solution Design, Persona Development

    ★ 4.8 (17K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    Modern Art & Ideas

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Creativity

    ★ 4.8 (6.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Marketing Strategy: Consumer Insight to Positioning

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Communications, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Strategy, Marketing Channel, Product Marketing, Digital Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Value Propositions, Marketing Analytics, Brand Management, Market Analysis, Promotional Strategies, Market Opportunities, Target Market, Market Research, Digital Transformation, Market Dynamics, Digital Media Strategy

    ★ 4.7 (19K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Psychological First Aid

    Skills you'll gain: Triage, Crisis Intervention, Active Listening, Stress First Aid, Rapport Building, De-escalation Techniques, Psychosocial Assessments, Emergency Response, Trauma Care, First Aid, Mental and Behavioral Health, Personal Care, Mitigation, Mental Health, Caregiving, Stress Management, Patient Referral, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment

    ★ 4.8 (20K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Business Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Business Analysis, Business Analysis Tools, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Modeling, Data Analysis, AI Integrations, AI literacy, Data Storytelling, Artificial Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Strategy, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Model Evaluation, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    DeepLearning.AI TensorFlow Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Natural Language Processing, Model Training, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Deep Learning, Embeddings, Fine-tuning, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Forecasting, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.7 (25K) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Futures Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Proactivity, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Optimism, Open Mindset, Empowerment, Planning, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Decision Making

    ★ 4.5 (60) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Data Structures and Algorithms: University of California San Diego
  • Skepticism: University of California, Irvine
  • Agile Project Management: Google
  • Sequence Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • Generative AI Fundamentals: IBM
  • Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate: Google
  • Modern Art & Ideas: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Marketing Strategy: Consumer Insight to Positioning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Psychological First Aid: Johns Hopkins University
  • Generative AI for Business Analysts: IBM

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