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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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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Religion and Thought in Modern China: the Song, Jin, and Yuan

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, Art History, Ancient History, Liberal Arts, World History, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Public History, Sociology, Political Sciences, Governance

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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    Packt

    Information Systems Auditing and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Auditing, Internal Controls, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Auditors Report, Internal Auditing, Continuous Monitoring, Compliance Auditing, Quality Assessment, Project Coordination, Quality Assurance, Information Systems Security, Presentations

    ★ 4.6 (40) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Coursera

    Grab Data Fast with Vertical and Horizontal LOOKUP

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Import/Export, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Business Analysis

    ★ 3.7 (75) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
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    Packt

    Foundations and Core Concepts of PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Fine-tuning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Model Optimization, Data Preprocessing, Regression Analysis, Software Installation, System Configuration

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    MathWorks

    Medical Image Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Image Analysis, Data Import/Export, Image Quality, Matlab, Deep Learning, Software Visualization

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition Mastery for Fitness and Wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Nutritional Assessment, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Pharmacology, Exercise Science, Critical Thinking, Sports Medicine, Pharmaceuticals, Contraindication, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Food and Beverage, Physiology, Decision Making, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Regulatory Compliance, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Overcoming Obstacles

    ★ 4.8 (42) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Google Cloud

    Intro to TensorFlow en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Google Cloud Platform, Model Optimization, Model Training, Data Pipelines, Cloud Deployment, Deep Learning, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Data Import/Export, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Manipulation

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of California San Diego

    Hacking COVID-19 — Course 1: Identifying a Deadly Pathogen

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Epidemiology, Computational Thinking, Microbiology

    ★ 4.4 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Coursera

    Navigating Generative AI Risks for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Generative AI, Legal Risk, Compliance Management, Business Ethics, AI Security, Intellectual Property, Business Risk Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Personally Identifiable Information, Risk Analysis, Data Governance, Data Security, Accountability

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Illinois Tech

    Data Analytics and Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Machine Learning Algorithms, Big Data, Model Evaluation, Apache Hadoop, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Apache Spark, Statistical Methods, Data Presentation, Generative AI, Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Analysis, Data Infrastructure, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.4 (41) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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    MathWorks

    Deep Learning for Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Computer Vision, Model Deployment, Anomaly Detection, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Model Training, Fine-tuning, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Matlab, Software Visualization, Classification Algorithms, Model Optimization, Predictive Modeling, Performance Tuning

    ★ 4.9 (35) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    SkillUp

    Generative AI: The Future of UX UI Design

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Responsible AI, Persona (User Experience), Experience Design, Miro AI, Design Software, Human Centered Design, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Ideation, Brainstorming

    ★ 4.4 (49) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Religion and Thought in Modern China: the Song, Jin, and Yuan: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Information Systems Auditing and Governance: Packt
  • Grab Data Fast with Vertical and Horizontal LOOKUP: Coursera
  • Foundations and Core Concepts of PyTorch: Packt
  • Medical Image Processing: MathWorks
  • Nutrition Mastery for Fitness and Wellness: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Intro to TensorFlow en Español: Google Cloud
  • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 1: Identifying a Deadly Pathogen: University of California San Diego
  • Navigating Generative AI Risks for Leaders: Coursera
  • Data Analytics and Deep Learning: Illinois Tech

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