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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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    Arizona State University

    Curiosity: A Necessary Ingredient for Successful Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Design Thinking, Innovation, Customer Analysis, Creative Thinking, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Market Research, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Communication

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    Lund University

    Cities, Climate and Change: Pathways and Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Justice, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Visionary, Research, Finance, Innovation, Strategic Partnership, Collaboration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Liderança Fora da Caixa

    Skills you'll gain: Complex Problem Solving, Innovation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Strategic Leadership, Conflict Management, Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, People Management, Business Transformation, Virtual Teams, Critical Thinking, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Telecommuting, Strategic Decision-Making, Team Performance Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Comic Books, Geek Culture, and the Fandom Imaginary

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Culture, Digital Publishing, Content Creation, Analysis, Media and Communications, Storytelling, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Threat Detection, Exploit development, Git (Version Control System), GitLab, GitHub, Problem Solving

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Gestão de produtos digitais: Princípios básicos modernos

    Skills you'll gain: Product Management, New Product Development, Agile Product Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Product Development, Product Improvement, Innovation, Product Roadmaps, Design Thinking, Analysis, Customer Insights, Growth Strategies, Product Testing, Communication, Business Modeling, Leadership and Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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

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    Coursera

    NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Grant Writing, Resource Allocation, Strategic Decision-Making, Proposal Development, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Social Impact, Fundraising, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Innovation, Leadership

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    BiteSize Python for Absolute Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Data Dictionary, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Data Access, Data Processing, Computational Logic, Scripting, File I/O, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Jupyter, Maintainability, Computer Programming Tools, Scripting Languages

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Institute for the Future

    Life After COVID-19: Get Ready for our Post-Pandemic Future

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Visionary, Crisis Management, Forecasting, Business Continuity Planning, Resilience, Risk Analysis, Adaptability, Systems Thinking, Social Impact, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Change Management, Trend Analysis, Social Justice

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Relativism

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Social Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Sociology, Environmental Issue, Science and Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Social Listening

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Customer Engagement, Market Trend, Business Strategy, Customer Insights, Brand Management, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Trend Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Generative AI: Shaping Work and Tasks

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Generative AI, Automation, Responsible AI, Journalism, Artificial Intelligence, Education and Training, Job Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Marketing, Economics, Critical Thinking

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Curiosity: A Necessary Ingredient for Successful Innovation: Arizona State University
  • Cities, Climate and Change: Pathways and Opportunities: Lund University
  • Liderança Fora da Caixa: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Comic Books, Geek Culture, and the Fandom Imaginary: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions: LearnKartS
  • Gestão de produtos digitais: Princípios básicos modernos: University of Virginia
  • NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas: Coursera
  • BiteSize Python for Absolute Beginners: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Life After COVID-19: Get Ready for our Post-Pandemic Future: Institute for the Future
  • Relativism: University of California, Irvine

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