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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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      Imperial College London

      Participatory Approaches in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Health, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Research Design, Research, Surveys, Community Development, Social Sciences, Research Methodologies, Infectious Diseases, Social Justice, Program Evaluation, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Organizing, Qualitative Research, Diversity Awareness

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      C# Class Development

      Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Program Development, Computational Thinking, Software Design, Application Development, Programming Principles

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      BIM Fundamentals for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, 3D Modeling, AutoCAD, Engineering Documentation, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Drawings, Architectural Design, Structural Engineering, Technical Standard, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical Systems

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      57 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Video Game Development, Scrum (Software Development), Unity Engine, Value Propositions, Functional Specification, Sprint Retrospectives, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Software Design Documents, Software Development Methodologies, Interaction Design, Software Documentation, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality

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      390 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 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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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Functional Programming Principles in Scala (Scala 2 version)

      Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Functional Design, Algorithms, Computational Logic

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Database Software, Data Access, Database Management, Relational Databases, Problem Solving

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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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

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Automated Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Regression Testing, Software Testing, Unit Testing, System Testing, Verification And Validation, Security Testing, Automation, Code Coverage, Test Case, Test Data, Vulnerability Assessments, Continuous Monitoring

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      WordPress 101 - The Complete Guide

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Performance Tuning, Web Design and Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Application Security, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Cloud Hosting

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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Criação de Startups: Como desenvolver negócios inovadores

      Skills you'll gain: Market Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, User Feedback, Business Modeling, User Research, New Product Development, Marketing, Product Development, Digital Marketing, Innovation, Business Development, Business Strategies, User Experience, Business Strategy, Process Validation, Growth Strategies, Business Operations, Investments, Presentations

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Participatory Approaches in Public Health: Imperial College London
    • C# Class Development: University of Colorado System
    • BIM Fundamentals for Engineers: L&T EduTech
    • Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Blender to Unreal Engine - Become a Dungeon Prop Artist: Packt
    • Functional Programming Principles in Scala (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries: Coursera Project Network
    • Fundamentals of Graphic Design: Xbox
    • Introduction to Information Systems for Business: Howard University
    • Introduction to Automated Analysis: University of Minnesota

    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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