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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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      LearnQuest

      Advanced Java

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Microservices, Web Services, Restful API, Spring Framework, Java, Java Programming, Spring Boot, Software Architecture, Web Applications, Apache Tomcat, Systems Architecture, Back-End Web Development, Service Oriented Architecture, Server Side

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Heriot-Watt University

      Learn Java Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Java Programming, Java, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computer Programming, Software Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Software Design, Debugging, Computational Logic, User Interface (UI)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Data-Driven Decision-Making for Agile Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Metrics, Dealing With Ambiguity, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Business Analytics, Decision Making, Data Strategy, Performance Measurement, Agile Methodology, Analytics, Data Science, Business Transformation, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Operational Efficiency, Change Management

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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Build Multimodal Generative AI Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, OpenAI, Flask (Web Framework), Prompt Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Application Development, Web Development, Software Development

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create and Sell Digital Teaching Printables with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Educational Materials, Design, Teaching, Graphic Design, Dashboard, Content Creation, Data Sharing, Digital Design, Digital Content, Digital Assets, Marketing, User Accounts, Editing, Account Management

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Illinois Tech

      Introduction to Open Source Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Unified Modeling Language, Computer Programming, User Interface (UI), Program Development, System Programming, Application Development, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Design, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, File Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build an Automated Landing page using AI from Wix ADI

      Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Email Marketing, Digital Advertising, Digital Marketing, Copywriting, Web Design and Development, Automation

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Software Defined Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Performance Management, Data Centers, Network Planning And Design, Test Tools, Network Monitoring, Network Analysis, Debugging, Scalability

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Partnership, Resource Allocation, Business Strategy, Grant Applications, Business Modeling, Proposal Development, Value Propositions, Performance Measurement, Innovation, Leadership

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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Macquarie University

      Online teaching: Using Zoom to connect with learners

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Safety and Security, Data Sharing, User Accounts, Collaborative Software, Virtual Environment, Control Panels, End User Training and Support, System Configuration

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Howard University

      Introduction to Information Systems for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Software, Information Systems, Business Systems, Cloud Security, Business Technologies, Digital Transformation, Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Cloud Platforms, Management Information Systems, Product Design, Business Solutions, Information Technology, Enterprise Resource Planning, Customer Insights, User Centered Design, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Data Management

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Designing data-intensive applications

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Data Mining, Database Systems, Data Lakes, Data Architecture, Data Warehousing, Transaction Processing, NoSQL, Big Data, Data Processing, Unstructured Data, SQL, Scalability

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Advanced Java: LearnQuest
    • Learn Java Programming: Heriot-Watt University
    • Data-Driven Decision-Making for Agile Organizations: Duke University
    • Build Multimodal Generative AI Applications: IBM
    • Create and Sell Digital Teaching Printables with Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Open Source Application Development: Illinois Tech
    • Build an Automated Landing page using AI from Wix ADI: Coursera Project Network
    • Software Defined Networking: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas: Coursera Project Network
    • Online teaching: Using Zoom to connect with learners : Macquarie University

    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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