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    • Status: New
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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Logic for Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Verification And Validation, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Development, Machine Learning

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Competitive Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Game Theory, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Product Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, New Product Development, Market Analysis, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Creativity, Team Management, Creative Thinking, Value Propositions, Entrepreneurship, Creative Problem-Solving, Technology Strategies, Ideation, Strategic Thinking, Presentations, Business Modeling, Go To Market Strategy, Business Planning, Collaboration, New Business Development, Open Mindset, New Product Development, Market Opportunities

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Prompt Patterns, Generative Model Architectures, Responsible AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, AI Product Strategy, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Leadership and Management, LLM Application, Strategic Leadership, Risking, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Legal Risk, Business Development, Deep Learning, Content Creation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Macroeconomics: Foundations and Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Economic Development, International Finance, Financial Policy, Business Economics, Supply And Demand, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Accounting, Growth Strategies, Critical Thinking

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IE Business School

      Diversity and Belonging in Businesses and Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Programs, Cultural Diversity, Human Resource Policies, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Employee Retention, Relationship Building, Mentorship, Business Strategy, Leadership, Critical Thinking

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Writing and Editing: Revising

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Writing, Proofreading, Critical Thinking, Detail Oriented, Collaboration, Time Management, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      391 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      Advanced Information Literacy

      Skills you'll gain: Information Management, Research, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Intellectual Property, Planning, Document Management, Communication, Journals, Style Guides

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Coding for Everyone: C and C++

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Code Review, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Command-Line Interface, Data-oriented programming, Programming Principles, Graph Theory, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Integrated Development Environments, Software Technical Review, Game Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Computational Thinking, Web Development, Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, Front-End Web Development, Computer Programming, Image Analysis, Event-Driven Programming, Debugging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Natural Language Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Supervised Learning, Markov Model, Text Mining, Dimensionality Reduction, Artificial Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Machine Learning Methods, Data Processing, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Keras (Neural Network Library), Unstructured Data, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra

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

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

    • Logic for Computer Science: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
    • Competitive Strategy: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Generative AI Fundamentals: IBM
    • Macroeconomics: Foundations and Insights: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Diversity and Belonging in Businesses and Organizations: IE Business School
    • Writing and Editing: Revising: University of Michigan
    • Advanced Information Literacy: The State University of New York
    • Coding for Everyone: C and C++: University of California, Santa Cruz

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