Critical Thinking Courses and Certifications

NPTEL;  IIT Guwahati

Introduction to Western Political Thought

2 reviews

Explore key Western political thinkers from Plato to Mill, examining their ideas on justice, state, human nature, and governance. Gain insights into the evolution of political philosophy and its enduring impact.

• YouTube
• 1 day 8 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Extra Credits

Extra History: History of England

2 reviews

Explore the tumultuous 100 Years War in this engaging series, featuring expert narration and in-depth analysis of key events that shaped England and France's history.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Microcredential

Professional Soft Skills Learning Pathway

2 reviews

Learn how to excel in any job by mastering essential professional soft skills. Develop the skills that hiring managers value most, from emotional intelligence and critical thinking to unconscious bias and teamwork.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available
• 12 courses

The Royal Institution

An Introduction to Paranormal Psychology - With Chris French

2 reviews

Explore the scientific explanations for paranormal phenomena through anomalistic psychology. Uncover cognitive biases, probability misconceptions, and cross-cultural interpretations of seemingly unexplainable experiences.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

Big Pharma in the Overdose Crisis - A Former Drug Rep Speaks Out

2 reviews

Former pharma rep exposes misleading opioid marketing practices, becomes whistleblower, and advocates for improved industry oversight to address the overdose crisis and promote public health.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Principles of Mathematical Thinking for Everyday Life

2 reviews

Discover key principles of mathematical thinking for everyday life from Fields Medal winner Pierre-Louis Lions, with insights for aspiring mathematicians and math educators.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Understanding Political Concepts

5 ratings at edX

This course offers an exciting journey through political science concepts. Understand key concepts like party, bureaucracy, andconstitution by using new methods developed for scholars and students; including the innovative "Hyperpolitics" tool.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Digital Culture: Visions and Legacies

Explore Marshall McLuhan's predictions about digital culture, their current relevance, and emerging technologies. Gain insights into critical technological and cultural issues shaping our global village.

• Federica
• 8 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Foundations of Digital Business

Explore key digital business themes: data, agile, infrastructure, emerging tech, and enterprise apps. Gain insights into leveraging digital technologies for business success and innovation.

• Swayam
• 6 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

New Horizons in Chinese Philosophy | 中国哲学新视野

This course is an introduction to classical Chinese thoughts advanced by Confucius, Mozi, Laozi, Zhuangzi, Mencius, Xunzi, Hanfeizi and other legalist thinkers. It is designed for those who are interested in philosophy and curious about Chinese culture.

• edX
• 14 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Negotiation Skills and Effective Communication

10 ratings at edX

It analyzes the “social” perspective of a negotiation and its impact on successful agreements, as well as the risks of ignoring it, or disregarding its applicability.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 5-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Humanities & Soft Skills

Develop crucial soft skills for career success: negotiation, leadership, communication, and critical thinking. Enhance decision-making, adapt to change, and excel in a global business environment.

• edX
• 24 weeks, 5-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• $894.00
• 6 courses

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

139 ratings at edX

The most successful professionals are able to assess the environment, analyze a situation, design a solution, and ultimately win in a competitive scenario.

• edX
• 3 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Data Literacy Foundations

16 ratings at edX

Take the first step to becoming a leader in data-driven decision-making.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 6-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Soft Skills

Develop essential interpersonal, communication, and social intelligence skills valued across industries. Master active listening, teamwork, critical thinking, storytelling, public speaking, and visual presentation for career growth.

• edX
• 18 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 3 courses