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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.


Popular Critical Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data – What It Is, What We Can Do With It

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Research Design, Descriptive Statistics, Analytics, Analysis, Statistics, Quantitative Research, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    3D Character Rigging in Blender

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Animations, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Graphics Software, Design and Product

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Principles of Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Design, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Data Structures, Performance Testing, File I/O, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Optimizing the Clinic: Basics of Medical Office Management

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Registration, Medical Records, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Office Procedures, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Patient Communication, Health Information Management, Revenue Cycle Management, Electronic Medical Record, Records Management, Clinical Documentation, Patient Safety, Care Coordination, Data Entry, Scheduling, Inventory Management System, Medical Terminology, Regulatory Compliance, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Quality Assurance

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Global Affairs Explained: The Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Culture, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Economics, Governance, Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Social Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Social Skills, Social Justice, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    The Art of Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Conflict Management, Communication, Leadership, Empowerment, Assertiveness, Planning, Adaptability

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Analyze Traffic Sources with Analytics Dimensions

    Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Analytics, Customer Insights, Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Performance Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Capstone: Applying Project Management in the Real World

    Skills you'll gain: Sprint Retrospectives, Project Management, Quality Management, Milestones (Project Management), Stakeholder Management, Project Implementation, AI Enablement, Project Closure, Interviewing Skills, Project Scoping, Smart Goals, Project Documentation, Project Planning, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Estimation, Communication, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Learn to Choose the Right ML Model

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Scenario Testing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Responsible AI, Regression Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Case Studies, Continuous Monitoring, Performance Metric

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    Coursera

    Robot Framework: Advanced Automation Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Test Script Development, Debugging, Test Case, Test Tools, Selenium (Software), Software Testing, API Testing, Integration Testing, Maintainability, Automation, Scalability

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    Coursera

    CHRO Excellence: Transforming HR Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Human Resource Strategy, Human Capital, Organizational Change, Diversity and Inclusion, Strategic Leadership, Talent Management, Business Transformation, Change Management, Workforce Planning, Organizational Effectiveness, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Strategic Partnership

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data – What It Is, What We Can Do With It: Johns Hopkins University
  • 3D Character Rigging in Blender: Packt
  • Java Programming: Principles of Software Design: Duke University
  • Optimizing the Clinic: Basics of Medical Office Management: Coursera
  • Global Affairs Explained: The Fundamentals: Council on Foreign Relations
  • Social Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • The Art of Negotiation: University of California, Irvine
  • Analyze Traffic Sources with Analytics Dimensions: Coursera
  • Capstone: Applying Project Management in the Real World: Google
  • Learn to Choose the Right ML Model: Coursera

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