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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

      Virtual Teacher Final Project

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Virtual Environment, Education Software and Technology, Collaborative Software, Technology Solutions

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      227 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Adobe Illustrator for Beginners: Create Vector Artwork

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, File Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Simplilearn

      Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Customer Retention, Marketing Strategies, Web Analytics and SEO, UI/UX Strategy, Marketing, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, Paid media, Keyword Research, Digital Advertising, Campaign Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Advertising Campaigns, E-Commerce, Cross-Channel Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Social Media Marketing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Commonwealth Education Trust

      Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction to Student Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Teaching, Performance Reporting, Quality Assessment, Student Engagement, Surveys, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Peer Review, Reliability, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Software Design as an Abstraction

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, Relational Databases, Databases, Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Software Visualization, Design Software, Application Security, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Unit Testing, Operating Systems

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      CompTIA Security+ Certification (SY0-701): The Total Course

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Security, Command-Line Interface, Incident Response, Authentications, User Accounts, Endpoint Security, Secure Coding, Public Key Infrastructure, Information Systems Security, Threat Management, Cryptography, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Architecture, Cloud Security, Risk Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Unilever

      Measurement and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, A/B Testing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Performance Analysis, AI Personalization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Value Propositions, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Xbox

      Fundamentals of Graphic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Adobe Photoshop, Typography, Photo Editing, Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, File Management, Design Elements And Principles

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Effective Marketing in the Global Marketplace

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Target Audience, Target Market, Marketing Strategies, Value Propositions, Global Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Effectiveness, Brand Strategy, Branding, Marketing Analytics, Market Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Steel Multi Storey Building - System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction Inspection, Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Construction, Building Design, Architectural Engineering, Architectural Drawing, Failure Analysis, Safety Assurance, Architectural Design, Engineering Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Drawings, Civil Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Software, Engineering Calculations

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      New
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      Adobe

      Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Promotional Strategies, Content Marketing, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Target Audience, Product Promotion, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, Advertising, Customer Insights, AI Personalization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Strategies for Converting and Retaining Customers Online

      Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Online Advertising, Keyword Research, Customer Engagement, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Customer Acquisition Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Lead Generation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Virtual Teacher Final Project: University of California, Irvine
    • Adobe Illustrator for Beginners: Create Vector Artwork: Coursera Project Network
    • Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM: Simplilearn
    • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction to Student Assessment: Commonwealth Education Trust
    • Software Design as an Abstraction: University of Colorado System
    • CompTIA Security+ Certification (SY0-701): The Total Course: Packt
    • Measurement and Analysis: Unilever
    • Fundamentals of Graphic Design: Xbox
    • Effective Marketing in the Global Marketplace: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Steel Multi Storey Building - System Design: L&T EduTech

    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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