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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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    DeepLearning.AI

    Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter Tuning, Regularization and Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Performance Tuning, Machine Learning Methods, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Neural Networks, Model Evaluation, Verification And Validation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Innovation, Prototyping, Brainstorming, Storytelling, Human Centered Design, Social Impact, Ideation, Creativity, Customer experience improvement, Service Design, Design Research, Process Mapping, User Experience, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Qualitative Research, Data Visualization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Sydney

    Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Business Modeling, Product Design, Product Development, Business Strategy, Strategic Communication, Market Research, Corporate Strategy, Case Studies, User Feedback, Product Testing, Customer Insights

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking: Insights to Inspiration

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, User Research, Design Research, Open Mindset, Human Centered Design, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Growth Mindedness, User Feedback, Strategic Thinking, Qualitative Research, Interviewing Skills, Customer Insights, Empathy

    4.7
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    147 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Computational Thinking, HTML and CSS, Interactive Design, Web Development, Programming Principles, Web Design, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Image Analysis, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Debugging

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Deep Learning, Embeddings, Artificial Neural Networks, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Forecasting, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Multiple educators

    Object Oriented Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JUnit, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Software Design, Problem Solving

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    15K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Advanced Creative Thinking and AI: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Ideation, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Generative AI, Prototyping

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    110 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google AI Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, AI Enablement, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Model Evaluation, Personally Identifiable Information, Process Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Emerging Technologies, Data Security, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Innovation, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Network Architecture

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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, Organizational Change, Problem Solving, Influencing

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    15K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Project Planning: Putting It All Together

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Project Planning, Project Risk Management, Communication Planning, Project Documentation, Milestones (Project Management), Risk Management, Cost Management, Budgeting, Estimation, Timelines, Procurement, Technical Communication, Strategic Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    15K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter Tuning, Regularization and Optimization: DeepLearning.AI
  • Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector: University of Virginia
  • Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship: The University of Sydney
  • Design Thinking: Insights to Inspiration : University of Virginia
  • Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Duke University
  • DeepLearning.AI TensorFlow Developer: DeepLearning.AI
  • Object Oriented Programming in Java: Duke University
  • Advanced Creative Thinking and AI: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Google AI Essentials: Google
  • Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems: University of California, Irvine

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