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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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      Meta

      Meta iOS UI Development

      Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Swift Programming, Unit Testing, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Mobile Development Tools, Objective-C (Programming Language), Application Development, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Development Testing, Software Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Integrated Development Environments, Prototyping

      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Advanced ITSM with ServiceNow: Optimizing IT Operations

      Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, Problem Management, Service Management, Information Technology Operations, Digital Transformation, Change Control, Configuration Management, Self Service Technologies, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Automation, Problem Solving, Design, Order Fulfillment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Civil Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Design Process

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Smart Frontend Development using Libraries

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, React.js, UI Components, Responsive Web Design, React Redux, Front-End Web Development, HTML and CSS, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript and jQuery, User Interface (UI), Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), TypeScript

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Cisco Learning and Certifications

      QoS for Newer Network Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Network Performance Management, Wireless Networks, Wide Area Networks, Software-Defined Networking, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Service Level

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      SAP S/4HANA: From ABAP to Cloud-Ready Applications

      Skills you'll gain: SAP Applications, Business Logic, Application Deployment, Business Reporting, Unit Testing, Restful API, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Application Development, Programming Principles, UI Components, Report Writing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Architecture, Data Integration, Program Development, Interactive Design, Eclipse (Software), Enterprise Application Management, Development Environment

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Algorithms for Battery Management Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Safety, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Simulations, Estimation, Thermal Management, Power Electronics, Electronic Components, Electrical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Probability, Electrical Power, Electronic Systems, High Voltage, Manufacturing Processes, Matlab, Failure Analysis, Electrical Substation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Numerical Analysis

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Collaboration, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Virtual Teams, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Telecommuting

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Operations Management

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Process Management, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Workflow Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Capacity Planning, Quality Management, Supply Chain Management, Statistical Process Controls, Process Flow Diagrams, Resource Utilization, Root Cause Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Cisco Learning and Certifications

      Scaling and Optimizing BGP

      Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Planning And Design, Configuration Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Power BI: Data Modeling and Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Star Schema, Data Warehousing, Data Security, Data Visualization Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Performance Tuning, Business Intelligence, Excel Formulas, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SAP

      Foundations of Business Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, SAP Applications, Systems Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Business Requirements, ChatGPT, Requirements Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Solution Design, Business Strategy, Agile Methodology, Waterfall Methodology, Communication, Critical Thinking

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Meta iOS UI Development: Meta
    • Advanced ITSM with ServiceNow: Optimizing IT Operations: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Smart Frontend Development using Libraries: Board Infinity
    • QoS for Newer Network Technologies: Cisco Learning and Certifications
    • SAP S/4HANA: From ABAP to Cloud-Ready Applications: Board Infinity
    • Algorithms for Battery Management Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age: University of Toronto
    • Introduction to Operations Management: University of Pennsylvania
    • Scaling and Optimizing BGP: Cisco Learning and Certifications

    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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