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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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Popular Critical Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Agile Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Emotional Intelligence, Backlogs, Scaled Agile Framework, Negotiation, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Software Development, Program Management, Brainstorming, Prioritization, User Story, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Project Portfolio Management, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Problem Solving, Project Controls

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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pearson

    PMP Certification: Unit 5

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Request for Proposal, Procurement, Strategic Prioritization, Vendor Management, Supplier Management, Contract Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Information Security Awareness

    Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Security Controls, Authentications

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Ancient History, Peer Review, Laboratory Testing, Timelines, World History

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Advanced Tableau - LOD Calculations

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, SQL, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Azure Network Services

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Architecture, Virtual Networking, Network Administration, Wide Area Networks, Hardening, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Infrastructure, Network Routing, Network Monitoring, Private Cloud

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    A Second Brain with Obsidian

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Organizational Skills, Document Management, Information Architecture, Content Management, Network Analysis, System Configuration

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Scrimba

    Learn Node.js

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, JSON, Server Side, Web Development Tools, Back-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Servers, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Javascript, Web Development, Package and Software Management, Routing Protocols, Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Servers

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Negotiation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Communication, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Assertiveness, Proposal Development, Problem Solving, Active Listening, Planning, Cognitive flexibility

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Security for Artificial Intelligence Software and Services

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Application Security, Secure Coding, Data Ethics, Vulnerability Assessments, Responsible AI, Security Testing, Threat Modeling, Data Security, Security Controls, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Continuous Monitoring, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Penetration Testing, Data Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Construction, Materials Management, Procurement, Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Engineering, Systems Thinking, Waste Minimization, Health And Safety Standards, Innovation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : GradCAM

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Heat Maps, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Computer Vision

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Agile Project Management: University of Maryland, College Park
  • PMP Certification: Unit 5: Pearson
  • Information Security Awareness: LearnKartS
  • Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advanced Tableau - LOD Calculations: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Azure Network Services: EDUCBA
  • A Second Brain with Obsidian: Coursera
  • Learn Node.js: Scrimba
  • Negotiation Skills: Packt
  • Security for Artificial Intelligence Software and Services: Board Infinity

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