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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.


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Popular Critical Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Sleep Deprivation: Habits, Solutions, and Strategies Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Stress Management, Community Health, Self-Awareness, Social Impact, Cultural Diversity, Health Promotion, Productivity, Public Health, Health Care, Health Technology, Physiology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Visualization in R with ggplot2

    Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Scatter Plots, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Heat Maps, R Programming, Graphical Tools, Data Wrangling, Tidyverse (R Package), Graphics Software

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    132 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Images and Links in HTML

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Design, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Information Architecture

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    331 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad Austral

    Competencias para la empleabilidad

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Adaptability, Change Management, Higher Education, Workforce Development, Collaboration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    227 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Intelligent Digital Factories

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Computer Vision, Peripheral Devices, Integrated Development Environments, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Civil Engineering, Classification Algorithms, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Wireless Networks, Automation, Digital Transformation, Real Time Data

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    316 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Analysis, General Science and Research, Materials science, Simulations, Biology, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Psychology, Computational Logic, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    168 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Generative AI - Español

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Engineering Tools, Deep Learning, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    324 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Fake News Detection with Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Exploratory Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Matplotlib, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    264 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Lund University

    Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Standards, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Environment, Environmental Science, Innovation, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Mathematical Modeling, Climate Change Mitigation, Geospatial Information and Technology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    124 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Unraveling the Cycling City

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Case Studies, Human Centered Design, Public Policies, Qualitative Research, Sustainable Engineering, Environment and Resource Management, European History

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    253 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Concision, Creativity, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    161 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Developing the Opportunity for Corporate Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Corporate Strategy, New Business Development, Value Propositions, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    94 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Sleep Deprivation: Habits, Solutions, and Strategies Teach-Out: University of Michigan
  • Data Visualization in R with ggplot2: Johns Hopkins University
  • Images and Links in HTML: Coursera
  • Competencias para la empleabilidad: Universidad Austral
  • Intelligent Digital Factories: L&T EduTech
  • Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life: University of California, Irvine
  • Introduction to Generative AI - Español: Google Cloud
  • Fake News Detection with Machine Learning: Coursera
  • Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches: Lund University
  • Unraveling the Cycling City: University of Amsterdam

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