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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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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents in Java with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Java, Agentic systems, Generative AI, OpenAI, Application Development, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Student Self-Assessment with Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Parent Communication, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning, Microsoft Word, Classroom Management, Self-Awareness, Report Writing

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Tecnologías para la Innovación Educativa

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Technology Solutions, Learning Management Systems, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Technology Strategies, Higher Education, Solution Design, Trend Analysis

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Comparative Effectiveness and Real-World Evidence

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Patient Safety, Epidemiology, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Real Time Data

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Creá tu primer UI Kit en Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience, Style Guides, Prototyping, Typography

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Arm

      Getting Started with Machine Learning at the Edge on Arm

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Performance Tuning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Innovation, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Business Strategies, Business Development, New Business Development, Business Analysis, Collaboration, Analysis, Financial Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Internet of Things V2: DragonBoard™ bring up and community ecosystem

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Integrated Development Environments, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Internet Of Things, Development Environment, Embedded Software, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Prototyping, Linux, Operating Systems, Peripheral Devices, Command-Line Interface, Computer Hardware

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      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Cloud Spanner - Defining Schemas and Understanding Query Plans

      Skills you'll gain: Operational Databases, Database Administration, Database Management, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Database Design, Google Cloud Platform, Data Import/Export, Data Management

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      14 reviews

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Culture-Driven Team Building Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Culture, Team Building, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Consulting, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Development, Microsoft PowerPoint, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Root Cause Analysis, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership

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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Fundamentals of Scientific Research Under Uncertainty

      Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Research, General Science and Research, Critical Thinking, Probability, Research Design, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Research Methodologies, Decision Making

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leading the Circular and Sustainable Business

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Reporting, Business Leadership, Business Ethics, Environmental Resource Management, Community Organizing, Business Management, Empowerment, Supply Chain Management, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Financial Accounting, Marketing, Communication

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • AI Agents in Java with Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Student Self-Assessment with Microsoft Word: Coursera Project Network
    • Tecnologías para la Innovación Educativa: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Comparative Effectiveness and Real-World Evidence: Johns Hopkins University
    • Creá tu primer UI Kit en Figma: Coursera Project Network
    • Getting Started with Machine Learning at the Edge on Arm: Arm
    • Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship Capstone: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Internet of Things V2: DragonBoard™ bring up and community ecosystem: University of California San Diego
    • Cloud Spanner - Defining Schemas and Understanding Query Plans: Google Cloud
    • Culture-Driven Team Building Capstone : University of Pennsylvania

    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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