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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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    Find the Best Instructional Design Course for Your Goals

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      University of California, Irvine

      E-Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Customer Retention, Persona Development, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Target Audience, Keyword Research, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Effectiveness, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer experience improvement, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Customer Engagement, A/B Testing, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Social Media

      4.7
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      391 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Academic Discussions in English

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, English Language, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Digital Marketing Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Online Advertising, Performance Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Optimization, Web Content, Customer Analysis, Advertising Campaigns

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      601 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Introduction to CATIA V5

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Assembly Drawing, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Computer-Aided Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), File Management, Engineering Design Process, Interoperability, User Interface (UI)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Generative AI in Business

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Integration, Customer experience strategy (CX), Data Strategy, Business Planning, Solution Delivery, Innovation, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Business Analysis, Project Risk Management, Project Performance, Solution Design, Business Strategies, Business Transformation, Prompt Engineering, Business Process Automation, Business Strategy, Business Process Management, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      User Experience & Interaction Design for AR/VR/MR/XR

      Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Storyboarding, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, Prototyping, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Conceptual Design, Virtual Environment, Human Centered Design, User Research, Wireframing, Data Ethics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      172 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      JavaScript Programming Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Javascript, Data Structures, Debugging, JSON, Scripting, Web Development, Web Applications, Computer Programming, HTML and CSS, Software Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Git (Version Control System), Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      144 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IE Business School

      Comunicaciones integradas de marketing: Publicidad, Relaciones Públicas, Marketing Digital y más

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing Communications, Advertising, Brand Loyalty, Brand Management, Marketing, Brand Strategy, Public Relations, Marketing Planning, Marketing Budgets, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Management, Search Engine Optimization, Communication Strategies, Crisis Management, Communication, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      701 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Mastering Statics

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Drawings, Geometry, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      227 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 1

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Issue, Physics, Physical Science, Process Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      How To Create a Website in a Weekend! (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Web Design, WordPress, Web Language, HTML and CSS, Browser Compatibility, Web Content, Web Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Responsive Web Design, Cross Platform Development, Content Management

      3.3
      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      582 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Michigan State University

      The Search for Great Ideas: Harnessing creativity to empower innovation.

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Product Development, Resource Planning, Market Research, Customer Insights, User Research, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      306 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • E-Marketing: University of California, Irvine
    • Academic Discussions in English: University of California, Irvine
    • Digital Marketing Capstone: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to CATIA V5: EDUCBA
    • Generative AI in Business: University of Michigan
    • User Experience & Interaction Design for AR/VR/MR/XR: University of Michigan
    • JavaScript Programming Essentials: IBM
    • Comunicaciones integradas de marketing: Publicidad, Relaciones Públicas, Marketing Digital y más: IE Business School
    • Mastering Statics: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 1: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    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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