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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Managing the New Product Development Process

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Development, Product Design, Design Thinking, Persona Development, Innovation, Prototyping, Market Research, Ideation, Target Market, Product Requirements, Wireframing, Customer Insights

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Molecular Evolution (Bioinformatics IV)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Statistical Analysis, Graph Theory, Taxonomy

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    79 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    How to Create an Online Course

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Learning Strategies, Instructional Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Learning Management Systems, Web Content, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Diversity Awareness, User Centered Design, Creative Thinking, Content Management, Cultural Responsiveness

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    ESG Mindsets for Business Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Adaptability, Open Mindset, Sustainable Business, Strategic Thinking, Business Solutions, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Professional Networking

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Cooperation, Decision Making, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Teamwork, Peer Review, Team Management, Independent Thinking, Personal Development, Empathy, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Rapport Building, Critical Thinking, Mentorship, Communication Strategies, People Management, Leadership Development, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Conduct a 5 Whys Analysis in Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Root Cause Analysis, Collaborative Software, Business Analysis, Problem Management, Design Thinking, Business Process Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Health Care Delivery in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Systems, Health Care, Value-Based Care, Patient Communication, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Technology, Telehealth, Public Speaking, Diagnostic Tests

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    138 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Power Skills Essentials for Leading Project Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Cognitive flexibility, Dealing With Ambiguity, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Communication, Team Management, Resilience, Growth Mindedness, Team Building, Decision Making, Stress Management, Team Motivation, Psychology, Performance Management, Behavioral Management, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Specialized Models: Time Series and Survival Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Methods, Forecasting, Data Preprocessing, Jupyter, Applied Machine Learning, Data Transformation, Model Evaluation, Pandas (Python Package), Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Initiation à la programmation (en Java)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Java Programming, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Java, Development Environment, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Eclipse (Software), Debugging

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Artificial Intelligence: An Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Taxonomy, AI Enablement, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Robotics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition Mastery for Fitness and Wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Nutritional Assessment, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Pharmacology, Exercise Science, Critical Thinking, Sports Medicine, Drug Interaction, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Physiology, Decision Making, Health Promotion, Health And Wellness Coaching, Regulatory Compliance, General Science and Research, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Managing the New Product Development Process: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Molecular Evolution (Bioinformatics IV): University of California San Diego
  • How to Create an Online Course: The University of Edinburgh
  • ESG Mindsets for Business Transformation: Duke University
  • Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback: University of Michigan
  • Conduct a 5 Whys Analysis in Miro: Coursera
  • Health Care Delivery in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Power Skills Essentials for Leading Project Teams: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Specialized Models: Time Series and Survival Analysis: IBM
  • Initiation à la programmation (en Java): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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