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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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      LearnQuest

      Spring MVC, Spring Boot and Rest Controllers

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Spring Framework, Restful API, Spring Boot, Web Services, JSON, YAML, Java, Web Applications, Configuration Management, Angular, Java Programming, Application Frameworks, Software Architecture, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

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      212 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Design and Build a Data Warehouse for Business Intelligence Implementation

      Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Dashboard, Star Schema, Data Visualization Software, Data Mart, MicroStrategy, Business Intelligence, Data Integration, Data Architecture, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Database Design, PostgreSQL, SQL, Analytical Skills, Query Languages, Data Transformation

      4.6
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      291 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Laboratório de Programação Orientada a Objetos - Parte 1

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Java Programming, Computer Programming, Debugging, Software Architecture, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Prototyping

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      182 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Python 101: Develop Your First Python Program

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Program Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Data Analysis

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Illinois Tech

      A Comprehensive Excel Masterclass

      Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Excel Formulas, Financial Analysis, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Pivot Tables And Charts, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Google Sheets, Business Analytics, Financial Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Loans, Cash Flows

      Build toward a degree

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      61 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en C++)

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Software Design Patterns, Debugging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      327 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fortinet, Inc.

      Fortinet Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Network Routing, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Authentications, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Network Performance Management, Enterprise Security, Network Architecture, Security Management, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Cyber Security Strategy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      106 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Diseño y Creación de un Emprendimiento Social

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Design Thinking, Ideation, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Project Design, Business Strategy, Community Development, Social Sciences, Corporate Sustainability

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Management Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Data, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cash Flows, Business Valuation, Return On Investment, Risk Management, Corporate Strategy

      4.6
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      The Art & Science of Product Management

      Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Technical Product Management, Product Management, Team Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Experience Design, Design, Artificial Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Machine Learning, Deep Learning

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Finance of Mergers and Acquisitions: Designing an M&A Deal

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Business Valuation, Investment Banking, Price Negotiation, Capital Markets, Accounting, Corporate Tax, Corporate Strategy, Financial Modeling, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Strategic Planning, Financial Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Educación ambiental para la biodiversidad

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Teaching, Education and Training, Environment, Instructional Strategies, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Social Justice, Natural Resource Management, Student Engagement, Community Outreach, Relationship Building

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      165 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Spring MVC, Spring Boot and Rest Controllers: LearnQuest
    • Design and Build a Data Warehouse for Business Intelligence Implementation: University of Colorado System
    • Laboratório de Programação Orientada a Objetos - Parte 1: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Python 101: Develop Your First Python Program: Coursera Project Network
    • A Comprehensive Excel Masterclass: Illinois Tech
    • Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en C++): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Fortinet Network Security: Fortinet, Inc.
    • Diseño y Creación de un Emprendimiento Social: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Financial Management Capstone: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • The Art & Science of Product Management: Advancing Women in Tech

    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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