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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


  • A

    Adobe

    Photoshop image editing, compositing and AI

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Visual Storytelling, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, AI powered creativity, Adobe Creative Cloud, Image Quality, Color Theory, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Editing, Graphics Software, Post-Production, Creative Design, Design Software, Storytelling, Design, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Portfolio Management

    ★ 4.3 (37) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Scheduling, Social Media Campaigns, Content Creation, Social Media Analytics, Instagram, TikTok, Content Development and Management, Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Growth Strategies, Content Optimization, Drive Engagement, Brand Strategy, Digital Marketing, Market Research

    ★ 4.6 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Capitals Coalition

    Valuing nature and people to inform business decision-making

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Business Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability Standards, Risk Analysis, Environmental Resource Management, Human Capital, Risk Management, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Business Communication, Project Scoping

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Microsoft

    Copilot Best Practices, Ethics and Regulatory Implications

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Responsible AI, Data Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), AI literacy, Information Privacy, Prompt Engineering, Regulatory Requirements, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Intellectual Property, Generative AI, Critical Thinking

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leading Oneself with Personal Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Mental Concentration, Goal-Oriented, Tenacity, Empowerment, Resilience, Personal Development, Action Oriented, Smart Goals, Persistence, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Discipline, Planning, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Accountability, Proactivity

    ★ 4.8 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Michigan

    AI-Powered Data Analysis: A Practical Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Statistical Methods, Data Management, Problem Solving

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Industrial Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Job Analysis, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Management Training And Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Performance Analysis, Staff Management, Performance Review, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, People Development, Human Resource Management, Human Resource Strategy, Performance Appraisal, Human Resources, Team Motivation, Human Resources Management and Planning, Diversity and Inclusion

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Communication skills for engineering scholars

    Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Proposal Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Communication, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Research Reports

    ★ 4.9 (34) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Scientific Methods, Theoretical Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Science and Research, Physics, Experimentation, Laboratory Experience, Physical Science, Deductive Reasoning, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Computer Science, AI literacy, Psychology, Liberal Arts, General Science and Research, Ancient History

    ★ 4.7 (40) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    National Taiwan University

    賽局與產業競爭策略 (Game Theory and Business Strategy)

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Business, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Case Studies, Negotiation

    ★ 5 (37) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • Z

    Zoho Corporation

    Zoho Sales Representative

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Account Management, Sales Management, Selling Techniques, Sales, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Development, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Pipelines, General Sales Practices, Sales Training, Upselling, Cross Selling, Sales Presentations, Prioritization, Sales Presentation, Closing (Sales), Sales Strategy, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Mind of the Universe: Science in Progress

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Research, Science and Research, Creativity, Research Methodologies, Scientific Methods, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Team Collaboration

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

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

  • Photoshop image editing, compositing and AI: Adobe
  • Social Media Marketing: SkillUp
  • Valuing nature and people to inform business decision-making: Capitals Coalition
  • Copilot Best Practices, Ethics and Regulatory Implications: Microsoft
  • Leading Oneself with Personal Excellence: University of Colorado Boulder
  • AI-Powered Data Analysis: A Practical Introduction: University of Michigan
  • Industrial Psychology: Illinois Tech
  • Communication skills for engineering scholars: Politecnico di Milano
  • Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning: Dartmouth College
  • 賽局與產業競爭策略 (Game Theory and Business Strategy): National Taiwan University

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