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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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    École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées

    The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Business Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Manufacturing Operations, Service Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Value Engineering, Waste Minimization, Competitive Intelligence, Business Technologies, Quality Control

    4.7
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    825 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Promotional Strategies, Branding, Presentations, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Brand Management, Marketing, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Peer Review, Professional Networking, Public Relations, Constructive Feedback

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    232 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Art of the MOOC: Art, Culture, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, World Music, Disabilities, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Music, Community Organizing, Liberal Arts, Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Musical Composition, Cultural Diversity, Aesthetics, Music Theory, Art History, Pedagogy, Sociology, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication

    4.7
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    334 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Solución de problemas y toma de decisiones

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Staff Management, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Collaboration, Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    724 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Python Data Products for Predictive Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Design Thinking, Web Scraping, Machine Learning Algorithms, Flask (Web Framework), Data Visualization Software, Data Validation, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    249 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    L'innovation managériale en pratique

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Transformation, Organizational Change, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure, Process Development, Leadership Studies, Creative Thinking, Adaptability, Employee Engagement, Critical Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    492 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Discussion Facilitation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Desarrollo rápido de productos innovadores para mercados emergentes

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Design Thinking, Innovation, Product Design, Consumer Behaviour, Ideation, User Research, Market Opportunities, Product Improvement, Needs Assessment, Solution Design, Commercialization, Market Trend, Emerging Technologies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    413 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Number Theory and Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Algebra, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Diseño de proyectos para promover el bienestar

    Skills you'll gain: Planning, Social Impact, Goal Setting, Program Evaluation, Social Determinants Of Health, Adaptability, Constructive Feedback, Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Security Operations Center (SOC)

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Workflow Management, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Stakeholder Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Attacks, Infrastructure Security, Event Monitoring, Data Security, Performance Measurement, Automation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    335 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Digital Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Data Visualization Software, Telehealth, Agile Methodology, Health Disparities, Health Informatics, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record, digital literacy, Interoperability, Clinical Data Management, Public Health, Tableau Software, Model Evaluation, Data Ethics, Digital Transformation, User Centered Design, Analytics

    4.6
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    340 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services: École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées
  • Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding: The State University of New York
  • Art of the MOOC: Art, Culture, and Society: Duke University
  • Solución de problemas y toma de decisiones: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Python Data Products for Predictive Analytics: University of California San Diego
  • L'innovation managériale en pratique: ESSEC Business School
  • Anti-Racism I: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Desarrollo rápido de productos innovadores para mercados emergentes: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Number Theory and Cryptography: University of California San Diego
  • Diseño de proyectos para promover el bienestar: Universidad de los Andes

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