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    Master computational thinking for problem-solving and programming. Learn to approach problems systematically and develop efficient algorithms.

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    Explore the Computational Thinking Course Catalog

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      Institute for the Future

      Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action

      Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Proactivity, Action Oriented, Planning, Community Organizing, Strategic Thinking, Optimism, Creative Thinking, Systems Thinking, Persuasive Communication, Creativity, Goal Setting, Storytelling, Cultural Responsiveness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      268 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Culture, Liberal Arts, Editing, Cultural Diversity, Peer Review, Proofreading, Research, Sociology, Style Guides, Creativity, Student Engagement, Learning Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      257 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Human Factors in AI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Human Factors, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Design Thinking, Machine Learning, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      123 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Climate Change and Water in Mountains: A Global Concern

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Risk Management, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environmental Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      319 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Graph Theory, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Network Analysis, Program Development, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      346 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      AI and Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Environmental Monitoring, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Data Processing, Forecasting, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Environmental Science, Exploratory Data Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      120 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Data Governance, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Marketing Automation, Microsoft 365, Customer experience improvement, Compliance Training, Business Process Automation, Workflow Management, Compliance Management, Self Service Technologies, Sales Process, Sales Strategy, Microsoft Teams, Customer Service, Information Privacy

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Systems Science and Obesity

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Systems Analysis, Simulations, Network Analysis, Public Health, Network Model, Agentic systems, Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, Economics, Software Installation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      205 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESCP Business School

      Comprendre l'écologie, pour une économie innovante

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Environment, Economic Development, Economics, Public Health, Environmental Science, Socioeconomics, Environmental Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Biology, Innovation, Governance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      323 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Environment, Public Health, Health Disparities, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      188 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Understanding and Strengthening Health Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Community Health, Policy Development, Primary Care, Health Care, Public Health, Systems Thinking, Community Development, Policy Analysis, Governance, Education and Training

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      336 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action: Institute for the Future
    • Writing your World: Finding yourself in the academic space : University of Cape Town
    • Human Factors in AI: Duke University
    • Climate Change and Water in Mountains: A Global Concern: University of Geneva
    • Genome Assembly Programming Challenge: University of California San Diego
    • AI and Climate Change: DeepLearning.AI
    • Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion: Microsoft
    • Systems Science and Obesity: Johns Hopkins University
    • Comprendre l'écologie, pour une économie innovante: ESCP Business School
    • Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content: Coursera Project Network

    Frequently Asked Questions about Computational Thinking

    Computational thinking is a way of breaking down a solution to a problem into steps that you can program into a computer for it to solve. When you use computational thinking, you break down the thought process into smaller steps that follow each other in a logical order. You can employ computational thinking to actually program a series of instructions into a computer, or you can use it as a thought exercise that teaches you how to process an issue into the simplest steps possible.‎

    Computational thinking doesn't merely apply to those who program computers. You can rely on the concepts of computational thinking in your life and career. Computational thinking allows you to make sense of complex issues and break them down into simple steps to help you understand and solve them more effectively. It helps you to sort out relevant facts from details that don't matter and develop logical solutions to problems. Proponents of computational thinking insist that you can become more innovative when you apply these principles in your everyday life.‎

    On the surface, it's easy to see how computational thinking could affect your career if you're considering switching to a job in computer science. Computational thinking is essential to coding and other types of programming, and you can take those skills into that field if you're interested in a career change. You can also put the principles of computational thinking to use in your career in other fields. Learning computational thinking allows you to simplify and solve complex problems efficiently and see other solutions that you may not have been able to see otherwise. Computational thinking can equip you to become a better problem solver no matter where you work.‎

    Whether you're just beginning to learn the basics of computational thinking or you're trying to understand and apply it at a deeper level, you can benefit from online learning. Online courses allow you to learn from some of the best professors in the field, and you can learn at your own pace and at a schedule that works for you. You can take your newfound knowledge of computational thinking into your workplace, be confident in what you've learned, and use it to improve your career and life as a whole.‎

    Online Computational Thinking courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Computational Thinking skills. Choose from a wide range of Computational Thinking courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Computational Thinking, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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