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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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      Coursera Project Network

      Creating an Interactive Syllabus using Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Instructional Design, Technical Documentation, Education Software and Technology, Information Architecture, Organizational Skills

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Innovate with the Strategy Canvas for Competitiveness

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Market Research, Innovation, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Spreadsheet Software, Leadership

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Videos para Redes Sociales con PicsArt

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Social Media Content, Collaborative Software, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Video Editing, Social Media, Marketing Materials, Marketing, Graphic Design, Photo Editing

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Estratégicos empresariales: Proyecto final

      Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Organizational Structure, Business Strategies, Market Analysis, Quality Management, Business, Business Management, Market Research, Entrepreneurship, Financial Planning, Marketing, Organizational Strategy, Product Strategy, Marketing Strategies

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Advanced Framework Development and Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Jenkins, Selenium (Software), Test Automation, CI/CD, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Test Data, Software Testing, Test Case, Application Frameworks, Software Design Patterns

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Programming for Designers

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Animation and Game Design, Software Design, Data Structures, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Simulations, Computer Graphics, Design, Computational Logic, Creative Design, Data Import/Export, Computational Thinking, Animations, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Scripting

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Program Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Program Management, Planning, Engineering Management, Generative AI, Technical Management, Project Planning, Engineering Software, Project Risk Management, Workflow Management, Agile Methodology, Predictive Modeling, Risk Management, Systems Development Life Cycle, Analytics, Business Ethics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Program Management: Stakeholders Identification in ClickUp

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Software, Stakeholder Communications, Project Design, Process Flow Diagrams, Agile Methodology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Chip Design with Open-Source EDA Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Design, Technical Design, Semiconductors, Computer-Aided Design, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Open Source Technology, Schematic Diagrams

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Cybersecurity Architecture Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Threat Modeling, Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Network Security, Security Engineering, Systems Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Endpoint Security, Threat Detection, Data Security, Risk Analysis, Vulnerability Management, Remote Access Systems, Risk Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Interacción social y cultura organizacional

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Qualitative Research, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Organizational Change, Psychosocial Assessments, Culture, Social Sciences, Employee Engagement, Sociology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Align Design Teams with SCAMPER Brainstorming in Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, UI/UX Strategy, Ideation, User Experience Design, Design and Product, Design Thinking, Innovation, Collaborative Software, Creativity, User Interface (UI) Design, Product Improvement, Team Oriented, Product Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Creating an Interactive Syllabus using Microsoft Word: Coursera Project Network
    • How to Innovate with the Strategy Canvas for Competitiveness: Coursera Project Network
    • Crea Videos para Redes Sociales con PicsArt: Coursera Project Network
    • Estratégicos empresariales: Proyecto final : Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Advanced Framework Development and Integration: Packt
    • Programming for Designers: University of Michigan
    • GenAI for Program Managers: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Program Management: Stakeholders Identification in ClickUp: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Chip Design with Open-Source EDA Tools: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Cybersecurity Architecture Fundamentals: Packt

    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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