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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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    Board Infinity

    Verbal Mastery: Grammar, RC, Reasoning for Exams & Job Tests

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Critical Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Problem Solving, Grammar, English Language, Literacy, Analytical Skills, Learning Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Time Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Managing the Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, Change Management, Business Management, Decision Making, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Leadership, People Management, Organizational Structure, Influencing, Strategic Thinking, Culture, People Analytics

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Introdução à Ciência da Computação com Python Parte 2

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming, Algorithms, Data Structures, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Software Testing, Performance Testing

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    The University of Sydney

    Communication Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Research, Writing, Communication, Language Competency, Literacy, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Interpersonal Communications, Critical Thinking, Collaboration

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Strategising: Management for Global Competitive Advantage

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Supply Chain, Strategic Thinking, Supply Chain Planning, Business Ethics, Supply Chain Management, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Customer Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Marketing, Growth Strategies, Strategic Sourcing, Corporate Strategy, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Competitive Analysis, Sustainable Development, Digital Transformation, Innovation

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات التفكير الجانبي | Lateral Thinking Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ingenuity, Cognitive flexibility, Ideation, Independent Thinking, Problem Solving, Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Writing for Young Readers: Opening the Treasure Chest

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Storytelling, Writing, Literacy, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Constructive Feedback, Creative Thinking, Cultural Sensitivity

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    Stanford University

    Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Anthropology, Human Factors, Science and Research, Robotics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Computer Vision and Image Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Methods, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Deep Learning, Feature Engineering, Network Architecture

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAP

    SAP Professional Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Relationship Management, Business Consulting, Product Strategy, SAP Applications, Technical Consulting, Relationship Building, Project Management, Rapport Building, Consultative Approaches, Project Implementation, Agile Methodology, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Waterfall Methodology, Solution Delivery, Systems Thinking, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Design Thinking, Business Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Engineering Project Management: Scope, Time and Cost Management

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Cost Management, Scope Management, Project Estimation, Project Schedules, Earned Value Management, Scheduling, Work Breakdown Structure, Requirements Management, Timelines, Change Management, Budget Management, Project Management, Planning, Project Documentation

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Verbal Mastery: Grammar, RC, Reasoning for Exams & Job Tests: Board Infinity
  • Managing the Organization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introdução à Ciência da Computação com Python Parte 2: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Communication Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
  • Strategising: Management for Global Competitive Advantage: Macquarie University
  • مهارات التفكير الجانبي | Lateral Thinking Skills: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Writing for Young Readers: Opening the Treasure Chest: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming: Stanford University
  • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
  • Introduction to Computer Vision and Image Processing: IBM

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