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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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    Pearson

    Securing Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, AI Orchestration, Responsible AI, LangChain, Threat Modeling, LLM Application, Generative AI, Vector Databases, Embeddings, Large Language Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Controls, Prompt Engineering

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Excel Pivot Table Analysis & Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Business Analytics, Excel Formulas, Ad Hoc Reporting, Analytics, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Performance Reporting, Data Synthesis, Statistical Reporting, Analytical Skills, Scalability, Data Compilation, Data Manipulation, Operational Efficiency

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Modelagem de sistemas soft (SSM)

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, Enterprise Modeling, Business Systems Analysis, Process Modeling, Complex Problem Solving, Organizational Development, Analysis, Process Improvement, Dependency Analysis, Organizational Change, Feasibility Studies, Decision Making, Model Evaluation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    L

    L&T EduTech

    Design of General Utility Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electric Power Systems, Process Engineering, Equipment Design, Plant Operations and Management, Electrical Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Water Quality, Materials science

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Packt

    Recommender Systems Complete Course Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Autoencoders, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Artificial Neural Networks, AI Personalization, Machine Learning, Embeddings, Data Preprocessing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Practical C++: Learn C++ Basics Step by Step

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Maintainability, Program Development, Data Structures, Command-Line Interface

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Adobe

    Build and Market Your Creative Business Using Adobe Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Visual Storytelling, Adobe Express, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Marketing Communications, Adobe Creative Cloud, Marketing, Campaign Management, Adobe Acrobat, Creative Problem-Solving, Presentations, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Content Creation, Social Media, Branding, Digital Content, Client Services, A/B Testing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
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    Free
    U

    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: Negotiating for Financial Success

    Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Negotiation, Business Ethics, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Conflict Management, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Coordinate Patient Care: Referrals and Follow-ups

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Coordination, Care Coordination, Follow Through, Patient Registration, Setting Appointments, Care Management, Medical Records, Record Keeping

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    L

    LearnQuest

    Advanced Techniques for Implementing Security Services

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Remote Access Systems, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Data Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Vulnerability Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Incident Response, Security Software, Incident Management, End User Training and Support, Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Human Factors

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    Scrimba

    Data Structures and Algorithms: Merge Sort

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Computational Thinking, Software Design, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Software Development, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Problem Solving, Computer Science, Machine Learning Methods

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Pearson

    Cybersecurity Prevention and Detection: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Email Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Loss Prevention, Threat Detection, Information Privacy, Continuous Monitoring, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Governance, IT Automation, Event Monitoring, Incident Response, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Securing Generative AI: Pearson
  • Excel Pivot Table Analysis & Visualization: EDUCBA
  • Modelagem de sistemas soft (SSM): Universidade de São Paulo
  • Design of General Utility Systems: L&T EduTech
  • Recommender Systems Complete Course Beginner to Advanced: Packt
  • Practical C++: Learn C++ Basics Step by Step: Packt
  • Build and Market Your Creative Business Using Adobe Tools: Adobe
  • Community Awareness: Negotiating for Financial Success: University of Michigan
  • Coordinate Patient Care: Referrals and Follow-ups: Coursera
  • Advanced Techniques for Implementing Security Services: LearnQuest

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