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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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      Clemson University

      Design and Analysis of Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Theoretical Computer Science, Graph Theory, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Design Strategies, Probability

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      Coursera Project Network

      Graphic design: pop your Linkedin with 3D effect using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Design, 3D Modeling, Design Elements And Principles

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Arizona State University

      Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Language Competency, Learning Theory, English Language, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Power Electronics

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Electrical Power, Electronic Components, Electronics, Electrical Systems, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Design Specifications, Systems Design, Simulations, Plot (Graphics), Thermal Management, Engineering Design Process, Applied Mathematics, Schematic Diagrams, Differential Equations

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Discover the Art of Prompting

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Content Creation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Biostatistics, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Research, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      JavaScript Programming with React, Node & MongoDB

      Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Back-End Web Development, React Redux, React.js, Restful API, Server Side, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript, MongoDB, Ajax, Database Application, Authentications, Debugging, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Secure Coding, JSON, Application Deployment, API Design, Web Development

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Programming with JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Javascript, Node.JS, Unit Testing, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Web Development, Computer Programming, JSON, Web Applications, Debugging, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Package and Software Management, Functional Design, Front-End Web Development, Data Structures

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera

      Mapping the Mission: User Personas & Journey Design in Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Design Research, User Experience, Customer experience improvement

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Everyday Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Regression Analysis, Consolidation, Depreciation, Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Data Analysis Software, Data Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Cash Flows, Statistical Analysis, Trend Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Problem Solving

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      Coursera

      Handshake Ready: Design Specs & Handoff in Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Software Design Documents, User Experience Design, Style Guides, Mockups, Technical Documentation, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Wireframing, Prototyping, UI Components, Technical Communication

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Knowledge Accelerators

      From Excel to Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Modeling, Data Import/Export, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing, Business Analytics, Data Sharing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Design and Analysis of Algorithms: Clemson University
    • Graphic design: pop your Linkedin with 3D effect using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition: Arizona State University
    • Power Electronics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Discover the Art of Prompting: Google
    • Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • JavaScript Programming with React, Node & MongoDB: IBM
    • Programming with JavaScript: Meta
    • Mapping the Mission: User Personas & Journey Design in Figma: Coursera
    • Everyday Excel: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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