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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.


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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Innovation: Building and Sustaining Innovative Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Team Management, Technology Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Business Modeling, Innovation, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Strategy, New Product Development, Intellectual Property, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Market Dynamics, Case Studies, Creativity

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Professional Success Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Business Ethics, Business Analytics, Ideation, Creative Problem-Solving, Leadership and Management, Business Analysis, Business Leadership, Brainstorming, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Accounting, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Brand Management, Organizational Structure, Culture

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Introduction to Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Data Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Amazon Web Services, Data Warehousing, Data Processing, System Requirements, Extract, Transform, Load, Performance Tuning, Security Controls, Cloud Computing, Scalability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Sustainability of Social-Ecological Systems: the Nexus between Water, Energy and Food

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Literacy, Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Sustainable Development, Quantitative Research, Sustainability Standards, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Social Impact, Analysis, Environmental Science, Complex Problem Solving, Policy Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Dealing With Ambiguity

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI for Kids, Parents, and Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, Anthropic Claude, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Game Design, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Decision Making

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Lausanne

    Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Statistical Reporting, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Laboratory Reports, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Python: de cero a analista de datos

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Extract, Transform, Load, Data Analysis, NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Package and Software Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Science, Python Programming, Jupyter, Graphing, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Software Installation, Ubuntu, Scripting, Computational Thinking, Development Environment, Mac OS

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    State Estimation and Localization for Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Estimation, Robotics, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    Foundations of strategic business analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Forecasting, Statistical Methods, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, R Programming, Information Technology, Statistical Analysis, Communication, Business, Business Intelligence, Strategic Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Regression Analysis

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Build Basic Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Responsible AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Ethics, Unsupervised Learning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Comunicación, experimentación y aprendizaje en liderazgo

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Community Organizing, Team Management, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Empathy, Conflict Management, Social Media, Systems Thinking, Communication, Active Listening

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    TensorFlow 2 for Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Autoencoders, Generative Model Architectures, Data Pipelines, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Supervised Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Model Deployment, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Probability Distribution

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Strategic Innovation: Building and Sustaining Innovative Organizations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Professional Success Skills: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Data Engineering: DeepLearning.AI
  • Sustainability of Social-Ecological Systems: the Nexus between Water, Energy and Food: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Generative AI for Kids, Parents, and Teachers: Vanderbilt University
  • Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court: University of Lausanne
  • Python: de cero a analista de datos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • State Estimation and Localization for Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Foundations of strategic business analytics: ESSEC Business School
  • Build Basic Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs): DeepLearning.AI

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