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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.


Popular Computational Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Michigan State University

    Interdisciplinarity in Thought and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Creative Thinking, Multimedia, Cognitive flexibility, Photo Editing, Music, Storytelling, Brainstorming, Open Mindset, Critical Thinking, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, Systems Thinking, Design Elements And Principles, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Meta Database Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Management, Database Administration, Data Warehousing, Linux Commands, Data Integrity, Unit Testing, Algorithms, Software Versioning, Command-Line Interface, Software Visualization, Linux, Pseudocode, Query Languages, Collaborative Software, Django (Web Framework), Database Architecture and Administration, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Test Driven Development (TDD)

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Stakeholder Communications, Dashboard, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Analytical Skills, Business Analysis, Quantitative Research, Problem Solving, Smart Goals

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Project Execution: Running the Project

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Closure, Team Management, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Controls, Project Implementation, Project Risk Management, Data Storytelling, Project Documentation, Continuous Improvement Process, Stakeholder Communications, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Improvement, Risk Management, Meeting Facilitation, Communication Strategies, Strategic Thinking

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    10K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAP

    SAP Professional Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Relationship Management, Business Consulting, Product Strategy, Technical Consulting, Relationship Building, Project Management, Rapport Building, Consultative Approaches, Project Implementation, Agile Methodology, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Waterfall Methodology, Solution Delivery, Systems Thinking, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Design Thinking, Customer Analysis, Business Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Python Fundamentals for Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Python Programming, Graphic and Visual Design, Computer Graphics, Computational Logic, Software Design, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, File I/O, Data Structures, Animations

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Event-Driven Programming, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Pseudocode, Data Structures, Probability, Bioinformatics, Interactive Design, Program Development, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, User Interface (UI), Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming

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    Peking University

    计算导论与C语言基础

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computer Architecture, Computer Science, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Hardware, Computational Logic, Algorithms, Data Structures, Emerging Technologies

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Gamification

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Project Design, Social Impact, Drive Engagement, Design Thinking, Employee Engagement, Motivational Skills, Training and Development, Behavior Management, Customer Engagement, Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Marketing

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    National Taiwan University

    人工智慧:搜尋方法與邏輯推論 (Artificial Intelligence - Search & Logic)

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Computational Logic, Simulations, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Game Design, Algorithms, Machine Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Prompt Engineering Tools, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Data Ethics, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Data Visualization Software, AI Workflows, Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Back-End

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Engineering Software, Diagram Design, C# (Programming Language), Version Control, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Software Engineering, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Interdisciplinarity in Thought and Practice: Michigan State University
  • Meta Database Engineer: Meta
  • Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions: Google
  • Project Execution: Running the Project: Google
  • SAP Professional Fundamentals: SAP
  • Python Fundamentals for Designers: University of Michigan
  • Fundamentals of Computing: Rice University
  • 计算导论与C语言基础: Peking University
  • Gamification: University of Pennsylvania
  • 人工智慧:搜尋方法與邏輯推論 (Artificial Intelligence - Search & Logic): National Taiwan University

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