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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Thinking About Care

    Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Long Term Care, Dignity in Care, Care Management, Health Care, Surveys, Health Policy, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Diversity Awareness, Social Work, Economics

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra, Probability

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Lecturio

    Molecular and Cell Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Biology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Emory University

    Marketing Channel Incentives

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Channel, Direct Selling, Business Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Partnership, Coordinating, Price Negotiation, Revenue Management, Strategic Thinking, Market Analysis, Business Risk Management, Business Relationship Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Security Assessment, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Cryptography, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Encryption, Technical Writing, Human Factors (Security)

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Python Programming Essentials Training

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Application Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design, Software Installation

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Empreendedorismo e Inovação

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Fundraising, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Professional Networking, Product Development, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Presentations

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Skillshare

    Logo Design: From Concept to Client-Approved Work

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Adobe Illustrator, Presentations, Typography, Graphic Design, Animations, Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Adobe Creative Cloud, Branding, Brand Strategy, Marketing Design, System Configuration, Brainstorming, Intellectual Property, Design Software, Creative Design, Strategic Thinking, Legal Risk, Adobe Photoshop

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    System Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Flow Diagrams, Systems Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Diagram Design, Growth Strategies, Market Dynamics, Business Modeling, Decision Making

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • X

    Xbox

    Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, User Interface (UI), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Thinking, Mockups, Usability Testing, Wireframing, User Experience, Product Design, User Centered Design, User Feedback, Prototyping, Figma (Design Software)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Classification Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Business Strategy, Unsupervised Learning, Decision Support Systems, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Tree Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Complex Problem Solving, Probability & Statistics, Information Architecture, Algorithms

    Build toward a degree

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Reputation Crisis? Facebook meets Cambridge Analytica

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Social Media Management, Facebook, Policy Analysis, Data Ethics, Leadership, Information Privacy, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Thinking About Care: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Neural Networks: Johns Hopkins University
  • Molecular and Cell Biology: Lecturio
  • Marketing Channel Incentives: Emory University
  • Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking: Johns Hopkins University
  • Python Programming Essentials Training: Simplilearn
  • Empreendedorismo e Inovação: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Logo Design: From Concept to Client-Approved Work: Skillshare
  • System Dynamics: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals: Xbox

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