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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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    Illinois Tech

    Strategy & Economic Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Game Theory, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Economics, Business Strategies, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Cost Reduction, Economics, Market Trend, Strategic Decision-Making, Price Negotiation, Global Marketing, Market Analysis, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Adaptability

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    The State University of New York

    Basic Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Brainstorming, Planning, Data Ethics, Information Management, Research, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Michigan

    Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Occupational Health, Environmental Regulations, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Public Health, Health Equity, Environment, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Health Systems, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Environment Health And Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Social Determinants Of Health, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Science, Epidemiology

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Computer Vision Fundamentals with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Classification Algorithms, Cloud API

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    University of Cape Town

    Research for Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Social Impact, Influencing, Research, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Change Management, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Capacity Planning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative Deep Learning with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Autoencoders, Generative AI, Tensorflow, Generative Model Architectures, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks

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    Google Cloud

    Recommendation Systems on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning Methods, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Embeddings, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Algorithms

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    Rice University

    Physics 101 - Forces and Kinematics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Problem Solving, Physics, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Calculus, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Geometry, Trigonometry

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    Multiple educators

    Human Mobility in Future Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Storytelling, Visionary, Sociology, Social Sciences, Creative Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Critical Thinking, Case Studies, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Human Centered Design, Public Policies

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    University of London

    International Business Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, International Finance, Market Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Global Marketing, Business Analysis, Analysis, Business, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Management, Product Management, Cultural Diversity, Culture

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    University of Virginia

    Digital Business Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Digital Transformation, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics, Competitive Analysis, Computing Platforms, Emerging Technologies

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a la inteligencia artificial contemporánea

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Reinforcement Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Semantic Web, Natural Language Processing, Embedded Systems, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Algorithms, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Strategy & Economic Analysis: Illinois Tech
  • Basic Information Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Computer Vision Fundamentals with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Research for Impact: University of Cape Town
  • Generative Deep Learning with TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI
  • Recommendation Systems on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Physics 101 - Forces and Kinematics : Rice University
  • Human Mobility in Future Cities: University of Amsterdam
  • International Business Environment: University of London

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