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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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      Johns Hopkins University

      Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Conflict Management, Presentations, Communication Strategies, Emotional Intelligence, Proposal Writing, Persuasive Communication, Active Listening, Technical Communication, Target Audience, Negotiation, Organizational Strategy, Intercultural Competence, Business Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Stakeholder Communications, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Strategic Thinking

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      تصميم تجربة المستخدم من Google

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe XD, Prototyping, User Experience Design, Usability Testing, UI/UX Research, Figma (Design Software), User Experience, Presentations, Responsive Web Design, Information Architecture, User Story, Storyboarding, User Research, Design, Design Research, Persona (User Experience), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Web Design, User Centered Design, Data Ethics

      4.8
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      144 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Foundations of Coding Front-End

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Program Development, Programming Principles, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Debugging, Software Engineering, Code Review, Computational Thinking, Computational Logic, Application Development, Web Development, Microsoft Copilot, Engineering Software, Computer Programming, C# (Programming Language), Data Structures

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Sustainable Neighborhoods

      Skills you'll gain: Landscape Architecture, Community Development, Land Management, Building Design, Environment, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Policy Analysis, Environmental Engineering and Restoration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Strategic Innovation: Managing Innovation Initiatives

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Organizational Strategy, New Product Development, Business Strategies, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Product Lifecycle Management, Team Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Partnership, Organizational Structure, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      712 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Blender to Unreal Engine - Become a Dungeon Prop Artist

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animation and Game Design, Animations, Graphical Tools, Game Design, File Management, Virtual Environment, Data Import/Export, User Interface (UI), Debugging, Performance Tuning

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      CertNexus

      Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Information Privacy, Threat Detection, Personally Identifiable Information, Safety and Security, Accountability, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Machine Learning, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Heavy Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Plant Operations and Management, Equipment Design, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Standards, Manufacturing Operations, Process Engineering, Hydraulics, Manufacturing and Production, Safety Assurance, Production Process, Construction Inspection, Mechanical Engineering, Technical Standard, Process Control, Mechanical Design, Engineering Design Process, Internet Of Things, Automation

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Software Design Documents, Mockups, User Requirements Documents, Security Requirements Analysis, User Story, Functional Requirement, Storyboarding, Business Requirements, Unified Modeling Language, Technical Communication, Interviewing Skills, Software Documentation, Meeting Facilitation, Software Development Life Cycle, System Requirements, Systems Design, Risk Management Framework, Prototyping

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Toronto

      GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, ArcGIS, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Synthesis, Data Compilation, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Mapping, Data Storytelling, Data Integration, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Management, Design Elements And Principles, Metadata Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Building and Working with Relational Databases

      Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Management, Transaction Processing, Database Development, Database Theory, SQL, Stored Procedure, Databases, Data Integrity, Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Unified Modeling Language, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Systems, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Java, Data Structures, Application Development

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Mastering Excel Essentials to Enhance Business Value

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Dashboard, Data Management, Productivity Software, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Analytics, Trend Analysis

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      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations: Johns Hopkins University
    • تصميم تجربة المستخدم من Google: Google
    • Foundations of Coding Front-End: Microsoft
    • Sustainable Neighborhoods: Johns Hopkins University
    • Strategic Innovation: Managing Innovation Initiatives: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Blender to Unreal Engine - Become a Dungeon Prop Artist: Packt
    • Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks: CertNexus
    • Heavy Manufacturing: L&T EduTech
    • Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications: University of Colorado System
    • GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone: University of Toronto

    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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