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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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      Johns Hopkins University

      Teaching Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Peer Review, Curriculum Planning, Critical Thinking, Writing, Teaching, Editing, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning, Program Evaluation, Student Engagement, Journals, Literacy, Instructional Design, Analytical Skills, Storytelling, Goal Setting, Creativity, Differentiated Instruction, Time Management

      4.5
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Java Database Connectivity

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Stored Procedure, Hibernate (Java), Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Database Management, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Java, Java Programming, Data Access, Object-Relational Mapping, Databases, JUnit, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Design, Data Manipulation, Database Management Systems, Database Systems, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Essential Cloud Infrastructure: Foundation - Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Computing, Virtual Machines, Network Infrastructure, General Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Command-Line Interface, Network Security

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      255 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Unreal Engine 5 - The Complete Beginner's Course

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, User Interface (UI), Video Game Development, Game Design, Virtual Environment, User Interface (UI) Design, Integrated Development Environments, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), User Experience, Software Installation, Animations, Scripting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      I/O-efficient algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Data Storage Technologies, Theoretical Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Database Theory, Graph Theory

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      工程圖學 2D CAD 專題

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, AutoCAD, Engineering Drawings, Technical Drawing, Blueprint Reading, Computer-Aided Design, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Construction, Design

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Codio

      Software Engineering Tools and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Package and Software Management, Model View Controller, CI/CD, Ansible, Software Testing, Test Tools, Continuous Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Continuous Deployment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Prometheus (Software), Application Performance Management, Network Monitoring, OAuth, Full-Stack Web Development, Cloud API, Javascript, Software Engineering

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Deploying Machine Learning Models

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Deployment, Web Frameworks, AI Personalization, Interactive Data Visualization, System Design and Implementation, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Data Processing, Python Programming

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Building HTTP APIs with Spring

      Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Restful API, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Security, JSON, Authentications, Application Frameworks, Model View Controller, Authorization (Computing), Software Design Patterns, Software Configuration Management

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Platform Thinking: Innovation in digital business models era

      Skills you'll gain: Data Strategy, Design Thinking, Innovation, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), New Product Development, Strategic Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Virtual Environment, Systems Thinking, Customer Data Management, Data Governance, Business Modeling, Resource Utilization, Technology Strategies, Business Strategies, Data Management, Thought Leadership, Computing Platforms, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Design of Transmission Line: Modelling and Performance

      Skills you'll gain: High Voltage, Electrical Power, Electrical Engineering, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Environmental Engineering, Design, Applied Mathematics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Python Fundamentals for Designers

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Design Elements And Principles, Interactive Data Visualization, Computer Graphics, Image Analysis, Animations, Computer Programming, Scripting, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Data Import/Export

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Teaching Writing: Johns Hopkins University
    • Java Database Connectivity: LearnQuest
    • Essential Cloud Infrastructure: Foundation - Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
    • Unreal Engine 5 - The Complete Beginner's Course: Packt
    • I/O-efficient algorithms: EIT Digital
    • 工程圖學 2D CAD 專題: National Taiwan University
    • Software Engineering Tools and Practices: Codio
    • Deploying Machine Learning Models: University of California San Diego
    • Building HTTP APIs with Spring: Vanderbilt University
    • Platform Thinking: Innovation in digital business models era: Politecnico di Milano

    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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