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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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    Codio

    Java Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Documentation, Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Computer Science

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Amsterdam

    Unraveling the Cycling City

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Case Studies, Human Centered Design, Public Policies, Qualitative Research, Sustainable Engineering, Environment and Resource Management, European History

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    ESG Mindsets for Business Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Adaptability, Open Mindset, Sustainable Business, Strategic Thinking, Business Solutions, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Professional Networking

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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Code Review, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Large Language Modeling, Software Technical Review, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Artificial Neural Networks, Maintainability, Computer Programming, Debugging, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    193 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Biology, Hydrology, Water Quality, Systems Thinking, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation, Chemistry

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    332 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Failure Analysis, Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, Requirements Management, Scope Management, Design Reviews, Project Scoping, Root Cause Analysis, Program Management, Requirements Analysis, User Requirements Documents, Test Engineering, Cost Management, Contract Management, Systems Design, Business Requirements, Systems Thinking, Project Risk Management, Risk Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Street Experiments for Sustainable and Resilient cities

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Experimentation, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Research, Human Centered Design, Cultural Diversity, Design Strategies, Collaboration, Case Studies, Critical Thinking

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

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    Northeastern University

    Information Systems Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Design, Web Applications, Software Development Life Cycle, Case Studies, Data Modeling, Systems Development, Software Development, Business Architecture, Engineering Software, Business Risk Management, Python Programming, Software Design, Application Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment

    2.6
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Introduction to Systems Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Modeling, Electrophysiology, Systems Analysis, Simulations, Statistical Modeling

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    576 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Geographic Information Systems, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Spatial Analysis, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Hydrology, Economics, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Social Network Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Social Sciences, Graph Theory, Statistical Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Simulations

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Multiple educators

    Machine Learning for Trading

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Methods, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Trading, Reinforcement Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Machine Learning, Technical Analysis, Deep Learning, Securities Trading, Portfolio Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    3.8
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Java Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects: Codio
  • Unraveling the Cycling City: University of Amsterdam
  • ESG Mindsets for Business Transformation: Duke University
  • Generative AI for Developers: Fractal Analytics
  • Environmental Science: Dartmouth College
  • Introduction to Systems Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Street Experiments for Sustainable and Resilient cities: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Information Systems Foundations: Northeastern University
  • Introduction to Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development: University of Geneva

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