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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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    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Medical Management, Preventative Care, Care Management, Practice Management, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Case Management, Utilization Management, Interoperability, Primary Care, Health Informatics, Patient-centered Care, Chronic Diseases, Public Health, Health Technology, Data Management, Health Education

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    L&T EduTech

    Structural scheme setting and ETABS Analysis of RCC Building

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Structural Analysis, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Building Codes, Engineering Software, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis

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    GRAMMY GO

    What Does a Music Producer Do?

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Media Production, Music Performance, Post-Production, Creativity, System Configuration

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    Stanford University

    Symptom Management in Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Communication, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Nursing Practices, Patient-centered Care, Basic Patient Care, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Assessment, Communication, Pharmacology

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    Starweaver

    Executive Communication & Data Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing, Sales Presentation, Concision, Sales Strategy, Copywriting, Writing, Cultural Sensitivity, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Business Correspondence, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Emotional Intelligence, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Communication, Marketing Communications

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Inheritance and Data Structures in Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Java, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Development Environment, Software Design, Programming Principles, Problem Solving

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    Siemens

    Introduction to Digital Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Technologies, Business Transformation, Automation, Internet Of Things, Product Design, Emerging Technologies, Telecommunications, Wireless Networks, Business Strategy, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence

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    Google Cloud

    Gen AI: Unlock Foundational Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, AI Security, Google Cloud Platform, Unstructured Data, Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Data Modeling, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Data Quality, Innovation

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    Duke University

    Drones for Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Environment, Environmental Science, Geospatial Information and Technology, Robotics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Data Analysis Software, Critical Thinking

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    University of Amsterdam

    Reclaiming the Street for Livable Urban Spaces

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Advocacy, Transportation Operations, Change Management, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Innovation, Public Policies, Case Studies, Experimentation

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Social Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Social Network Analysis, Driving engagement, Behavioral Economics, Network Analysis, Game Design, Social Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Human Computer Interaction, Data Collection, Psychology

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    University of Michigan

    AI for Mechanical Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Precision Medicine, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Biomedical Engineering, Control Systems, Energy and Utilities, Technical Design, Robotics, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Medical Imaging, Reinforcement Learning, Electric Power Systems, Bioinformatics

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

  • Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes: University of Houston
  • Structural scheme setting and ETABS Analysis of RCC Building: L&T EduTech
  • What Does a Music Producer Do?: GRAMMY GO
  • Symptom Management in Palliative Care: Stanford University
  • Executive Communication & Data Leadership: Starweaver
  • Inheritance and Data Structures in Java: University of Pennsylvania
  • Introduction to Digital Transformation: Siemens
  • Gen AI: Unlock Foundational Concepts: Google Cloud
  • Drones for Environmental Science: Duke University
  • Reclaiming the Street for Livable Urban Spaces: University of Amsterdam

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