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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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    Vanderbilt University

    The Future of Education with AI: Exploring Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Digital Transformation, Generative AI, Responsible AI, digital literacy

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    University of Glasgow

    Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT)

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, LLM Application, OpenAI, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence

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    Michigan State University

    How to Jumpstart Your Hidden Creative Genius

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Ideation, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Curiosity, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness, Empathy

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    Duke University

    Agile Strategy for Competitive Advantage

    Skills you'll gain: Market Trend, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Business Transformation, Competitive Analysis, Agile Project Management, Trend Analysis, Case Studies, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    The University of Edinburgh

    Learning for a Sustainable Future: Live at COP29

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Cooperation, Discussion Facilitation, Collaboration, Research, Community Development, Creative Thinking, Community Outreach, Climate Change Adaptation, Student Engagement, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Mitigation, Education and Training

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    Rice University

    Physics 102 - Electric Potential and DC Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, electromagnetics, Problem Solving, Mechanics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus

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    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : Siamese Network

    Skills you'll gain: Embeddings, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision

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    Coursera

    Business Foundations: Organizations, Planning, Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Business Planning, Resource Management, Business Acumen, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Financial Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Change, Team Leadership, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Budgeting

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    Google Cloud

    Attention Mechanism

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Performance Tuning, Natural Language Processing

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    Simplilearn

    CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Project Planning, Data Visualization, Agile Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Solution Design, Cost Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Business Analysis, Excel Formulas, Requirements Elicitation, Stakeholder Management, Scope Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Validation

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Fundamentals of CNNs and RNNs

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Artificial Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Machine Learning

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    The University of Notre Dame

    The Discipline of Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Development, Change Management, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Leadership and Management, Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Self-Awareness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Future of Education with AI: Exploring Perspectives: Vanderbilt University
  • Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT): University of Glasgow
  • How to Jumpstart Your Hidden Creative Genius: Michigan State University
  • Agile Strategy for Competitive Advantage: Duke University
  • Learning for a Sustainable Future: Live at COP29: The University of Edinburgh
  • Physics 102 - Electric Potential and DC Circuits: Rice University
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch : Siamese Network: Coursera
  • Business Foundations: Organizations, Planning, Finance: Coursera
  • Attention Mechanism: Google Cloud
  • CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training: Simplilearn

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