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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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    Yale University

    宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action)

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Liberal Arts, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Anthropology, Teaching, Sustainable Development, World History, Research, Systems Thinking, Biology, Storytelling, Physics, Economics

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Artificial Intelligence in Government

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Organizational Effectiveness, Scalability, Organizational Change, Technical Consulting, Operational Efficiency, Technology Strategies, Performance Measurement, Procurement

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    'Their' World and How You Define It

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Empathy, Cultural Sensitivity, Workplace inclusivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Social Impact, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness, Innovation, Productivity, Autism Spectrum Disorders

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Smart Working: Lavoro agile e Business English

    Skills you'll gain: Telecommuting, Lifelong Learning, Teamwork, Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Business Communication, Stress Management, Willingness To Learn, English Language, Business Writing, Project Management, Professional Development, Productivity, Communication, digital literacy, Adaptability, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Problem Solving

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    EDUCBA

    Basel III Norms: Apply Standards in US & UK Banking

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Risk Management Framework, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Financial Regulation, Commercial Banking, Regulatory Requirements

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    University of the Arts London

    Introduction to Creative AI

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creative Thinking, Generative AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Responsible AI, Creative Problem-Solving, Generative Model Architectures, Creative Design, Machine Learning Methods, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Critical Thinking

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    Packt

    5S - Become a Certified 5S Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Hospitality Services, Performance Measurement, Team Leadership, Cleanliness, Auditing

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    Packt

    Enterprise Network Infrastructure

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Border Gateway Protocol, Network Routers, Computer Networking, Wireless Networks, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Network Switches, Local Area Networks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Microeconomics: Foundations and Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Game Theory, Economic Development, Market Dynamics, Socioeconomics, Behavioral Economics, Business Economics, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Decision Making, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Supply And Demand, Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Production Planning, Critical Thinking, Resource Allocation

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    Scrimba

    Learn Node.js

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, JSON, Server Side, Web Development Tools, Back-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Servers, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Javascript, Web Development, Package and Software Management, Routing Protocols, Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Servers

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    Cinematic Health

    Essential Soft Skills & Special Patient Populations

    Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, De-escalation Techniques, Trauma Care, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Disabilities, Professionalism, Mental and Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, Active Listening, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Behavior Management, Patient-centered Care, Patient Advocacy, Nursing Care, Social Skills, Empathy, Rapport Building, Mental Health, Communication Strategies

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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

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

  • 宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action): Yale University
  • Artificial Intelligence in Government: University of Maryland, College Park
  • 'Their' World and How You Define It: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Smart Working: Lavoro agile e Business English: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Basel III Norms: Apply Standards in US & UK Banking: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Creative AI: University of the Arts London
  • 5S - Become a Certified 5S Specialist: Packt
  • Enterprise Network Infrastructure: Packt
  • Microeconomics: Foundations and Insights: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Learn Node.js: Scrimba

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