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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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      Pearson

      SQL for Any IT Professional: Unit 3

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Data Management, Databases, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      3D Animation in Unreal Engine: Create an Original Character

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Virtual Environment, User Interface (UI)

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Unreal Engine for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animations, Motion Graphics, Video Production, Virtual Environment, Storytelling, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Live Streaming, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, 3D Modeling, Game Design, Real Time Data, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, User Interface (UI), Data Import/Export

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Blender 3D for Beginners: Create a 3D Vaporwave Animation

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, 3D Modeling, Post-Production, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Motion Graphics, Graphics Software

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Unreal Engine: Apply & Implement Physics Simulations

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Virtual Reality, Simulations, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR)

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      MAYA Architecture - Shaders and Textures

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphic Techniques

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      XHTML - Advanced Styling with CSS

      Skills you'll gain: Browser Compatibility, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Style Guides, Maintainability

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Java Programming Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, File Management, Application Development, Maintainability, Software Design, Development Environment, Program Development, Data Storage Technologies, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Data Management, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Data Validation

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      Pearson

      Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 3

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Records Management, Programming Principles

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Street Photography: Post-Production & Lifelong Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Post-Production, Adobe Photoshop, Creativity, Adobe InDesign, Storytelling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      REST Assured Java - Testing Employee Database

      Skills you'll gain: JSON, Restful API, JUnit, Software Quality Assurance, Application Programming Interface (API), Test Automation, Java, Data Mapping, Software Testing, Test Case

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Semiconductor and MEMS Fabrication

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Finite Element Methods, Micrometer, Electronics Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Quality Assurance, Medical Equipment and Technology, Process Control, Process Flow Diagrams, Electronic Systems, Product Testing, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Computer Architecture, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Emerging Technologies

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • SQL for Any IT Professional: Unit 3: Pearson
    • 3D Animation in Unreal Engine: Create an Original Character: Skillshare
    • Unreal Engine for Beginners: Skillshare
    • Blender 3D for Beginners: Create a 3D Vaporwave Animation: Skillshare
    • Unreal Engine: Apply & Implement Physics Simulations: EDUCBA
    • MAYA Architecture - Shaders and Textures: EDUCBA
    • XHTML - Advanced Styling with CSS: EDUCBA
    • Java Programming Fundamentals: IBM
    • Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 3 : Pearson
    • Street Photography: Post-Production & Lifelong Practice: Skillshare

    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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