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Computational Thinking Courses

Computational thinking courses can help you learn problem decomposition, pattern recognition, algorithmic design, and abstraction techniques. You can build skills in logical reasoning, data analysis, and effective solution development across various applications, from programming to data science. Many courses introduce tools like Python, Scratch, and various simulation software, demonstrating how these skills can be applied to solve complex problems in fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and software development.


Popular Computational Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    University of Minnesota

    Social Determinants of Health: Data to Action

    Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Community Health, Public Health, Health Informatics, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Maternal Health, Systems Thinking, Statistical Software, Data Analysis, Box Plots, Data Ethics, Substance Abuse, Research Methodologies, Correlation Analysis, Scatter Plots, Environmental Monitoring

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Instructional Design, Innovation, Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    Reimagining Education for Equity

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Child Development, Community Development, Working With Children, Education and Training, Socioeconomics, Higher Education, Pedagogy, Sustainable Development, Cultural Diversity, Social Impact, Teaching, Curriculum Development, Policy Analysis, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Data Access, Database Software, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Arizona State University

    What is the Human Factor in Design?

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Human Factors Engineering, Accident Prevention, Hazard Analysis, Usability, Design Reviews, Systems Thinking, Human Centered Design

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Process Map Data using C++ Adjacency List Shortest Path

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, C++ (Programming Language), Network Routing, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Computational Thinking, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Starweaver

    How to Build an Enterprise AI Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Technology Roadmaps, AI Product Strategy, Business Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Innovation, Organizational Leadership, Scalability, Business Transformation, Business Priorities, Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Culture Transformation, Return On Investment, Business Metrics, Cross-Functional Collaboration

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Problem-Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Root Cause Analysis, Analytical Skills, Decision Making, Data Collection, Stakeholder Analysis

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Data Science, Python Programming, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), NumPy, Computational Thinking, Machine Learning Algorithms, Pandas (Python Package), Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Rochester

    The Power of Markets III: Input Markets and Promoting Efficiency

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Economics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Price Negotiation, Public Policies, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Thinking

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Human Resource Policies, Business Ethics, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Prospectiva jurídica

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Research Methodologies, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Trend Analysis, Social Justice, Qualitative Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Creativity

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Social Determinants of Health: Data to Action: University of Minnesota
  • Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction: Politecnico di Milano
  • Reimagining Education for Equity: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
  • Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries: Coursera
  • What is the Human Factor in Design?: Arizona State University
  • Process Map Data using C++ Adjacency List Shortest Path: Coursera
  • How to Build an Enterprise AI Strategy: Starweaver
  • Problem-Solving: Arizona State University
  • Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 1: Pearson
  • The Power of Markets III: Input Markets and Promoting Efficiency: University of Rochester

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