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    Instructional design courses can help you learn how to create effective learning experiences using educational theory, technology, and learner-centered strategies.

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      IBM

      Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Process Mapping, Business Process Modeling, Work Breakdown Structure, Business Requirements, Risk Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Presentations, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management, Data Analysis, Scope Management, Process Optimization, Data Presentation, Looker (Software), Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Network Principles in Practice: Cloud Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Terraform, Cloud Services, Software-Defined Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Infrastructure, Load Balancing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Google Cloud Platform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Virtual Machines

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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Epic Games

      User Experience in Game Design

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Usability, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience, Video Game Development, User Experience Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Interaction Design, Unreal Engine, Prototyping

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Comprendiendo a la discapacidad en entornos universitarios

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Education and Training, Student Support and Services, Differentiated Instruction, Special Education, Instructional Design, Diversity Awareness, Higher Education, Interpersonal Communications, Student Engagement, Advocacy

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Python Programming Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Software Engineering, Debugging, Python Programming, Software Development, Development Testing, Data Structures, Test Case, Problem Solving, Data Analysis

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      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Epic Games

      Game Development and Prototyping

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Prototyping, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Unreal Engine, System Design and Implementation, Creativity, User Interface (UI)

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Project Execution and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Configuration Management, Conflict Management, Project Controls, Quality Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Project Coordination, Communication Strategies, Project Performance, Quality Assurance and Control, Cost Management, Stakeholder Communications

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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Research kitchen

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Business Management, Student-Centred Learning

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      151 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Software Architecture for Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Software Architecture, Service Level, Data Architecture, Software Engineering, Scalability, Test Driven Development (TDD), Database Management, Predictive Modeling, Database Architecture and Administration, Test Automation, Software Development, System Monitoring, Application Deployment, Web Applications, Distributed Computing, Software Design, Software Development Methodologies, Microservices, Big Data

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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Engineering of Structures: Response of Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Architectural Engineering, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Civil Engineering, Vibrations, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, 3D Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Mathematics Education, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Strategies, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Experimentation, User Feedback, Human Computer Interaction, Technical Documentation, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, File Management

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      130 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents in Java with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Java, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling

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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular instructional design courses

    • Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills : IBM
    • Network Principles in Practice: Cloud Networking: University of Colorado Boulder
    • User Experience in Game Design: Epic Games
    • Comprendiendo a la discapacidad en entornos universitarios: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Python Programming Fundamentals: Duke University
    • Game Development and Prototyping: Epic Games
    • Project Execution and Control: Johns Hopkins University
    • Research kitchen: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • Software Architecture for Big Data: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Engineering of Structures: Response of Structures: Dartmouth College

    Why Learn Instructional Design?

    Instructional design focuses on developing educational content and experiences that help people learn effectively—whether in classrooms, online platforms, or workplace training. It blends learning science, curriculum development, and digital tools to support meaningful outcomes. Learning instructional design can prepare you to create engaging learning solutions across education, business, and nonprofit sectors.

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