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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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    Eindhoven University of Technology

    Co-design for All: doing co-design in practice

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Design Thinking, Research and Design, Design Research, Research, Visual Design, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Cloud Computing Technologies - Bachelor's

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing, Terraform, Cloud Storage, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon S3, Cloud Deployment, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Database Management, Scalability, Virtual Machines, Databases, Virtualization, Command-Line Interface

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    CEO Playbook: Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, AI Enablement, Business Leadership, ChatGPT, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Stakeholder Communications, Generative AI Agents, Organizational Change, Strategic Communication, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Communication Strategies, Business Ethics, Analytical Skills, Strategic Marketing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ISC2

    Information Technologies and Security in Healthcare Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Health Information Management, Regulatory Compliance, Data Management, Health Care, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Data Security, Telehealth, Security Management, Information Privacy, Electronic Medical Record, Threat Management, Emerging Technologies, Information Technology, Interoperability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    XR in Healthcare Education and Clinical Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Education Software and Technology, Augmented Reality, Medical Devices, Display Devices, Virtual Reality, Health Technology, Clinical Practices, Virtual Environment, Healthcare Project Management, Solution Design, Emerging Technologies, Patient Safety, Innovation, User Centered Design, Project Planning, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    How to Become a Trusted Advisor with Jagdish Sheth

    Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Brand Loyalty, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Building, Consultative Approaches, Honesty, Strategic Partnership, B2B Sales, Business Relationship Management, Personal Attributes, Automation, Digital Transformation, Collaboration, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Decision Making, Human Learning, Usability, Psychology, Human Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Cybersecurity Governance and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Governance, Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Appetite, Business Risk Management, Vendor Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Personally Identifiable Information, Compliance Management, Business Continuity, Information Privacy, Cyber Risk, Risk Analysis, Security Awareness, Data Management, Vulnerability Management

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    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    JavaScript Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Computational Thinking, Software Design, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Development, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Problem Solving, Data Structures, Computer Science, Javascript, Web Development, Machine Learning Methods, Data Science

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    Starweaver

    Manufacturing Systems Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Process Optimization, Manufacturing and Production, Six Sigma Methodology, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Strategic Leadership, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Analysis, Change Management, Systems Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Sustainable Systems, Operations Research, AI Enablement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Digital Innovation: How to Build Digital Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Digital Transformation, Digital Communications, Business Transformation, Data Storage, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Social Impact, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Media Strategy, Information Privacy, Machine Learning

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Classify Radio Signals with PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Digital Signal Processing, Image Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Telecommunications

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Co-design for All: doing co-design in practice: Eindhoven University of Technology
  • Cloud Computing Technologies - Bachelor's: Illinois Tech
  • CEO Playbook: Generative AI: Starweaver
  • Information Technologies and Security in Healthcare Settings: ISC2
  • XR in Healthcare Education and Clinical Practice: Imperial College London
  • How to Become a Trusted Advisor with Jagdish Sheth: Kennesaw State University
  • Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations: Arizona State University
  • Cybersecurity Governance and Compliance: LearnKartS
  • JavaScript Algorithms: Scrimba
  • Manufacturing Systems Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide : Starweaver

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