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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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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Nested If Statements and Compound Conditionals

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Digital pedagogy, Computational Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Game Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Conditional Loops and If Statements

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Program Development, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Digital pedagogy, Computer Programming, Computer Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Algorithmic Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Test Case, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Design Strategies

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    Imperial College London

    Advanced Creative Thinking and AI: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Ideation, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Generative AI, Prototyping

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Cryptography, Relational Databases, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking for Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Innovation, Creativity, Strategic Thinking, Case Studies, Market Opportunities, Human Centered Design, Curiosity, Storytelling, Growth Mindedness, Business Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    計算機程式設計 (Computer Programming)

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Logic, Command-Line Interface, Functional Design, Debugging, Data Validation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Computational Social Science Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Natural Language Processing, Web Scraping, Databases, Data Processing, Social Sciences, Trend Analysis, Data Collection, Unstructured Data, Simulations, Big Data, Machine Learning, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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    Northeastern University

    Data Structures & Algos: Software Development Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Software Development, Scalability

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Systems Thinking In Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Health Policy, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Simulations, Data Analysis Software

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computer Science, Software Design Patterns, Debugging, Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Test Case

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    Coursera

    OpenCL Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, C++ (Programming Language), System Programming, Computer Architecture, Cross Platform Development, Hardware Architecture, C (Programming Language), Application Performance Management, Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Nested If Statements and Compound Conditionals : University of California San Diego
  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Conditional Loops and If Statements: University of California San Diego
  • Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
  • Advanced Creative Thinking and AI: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Design Thinking for Innovation: University of Virginia
  • 計算機程式設計 (Computer Programming): National Taiwan University
  • Computational Social Science Capstone Project: University of California, Davis
  • Data Structures & Algos: Software Development Skills: Northeastern University
  • Systems Thinking In Public Health: Johns Hopkins University

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