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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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      Arizona State University

      Adding Electronics to Rapid Prototypes

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Prototyping, Electronic Components, Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Electrical Systems, Hardware Design, Electrical Wiring, Machine Controls, Electrical Equipment, Embedded Systems, Schematic Diagrams

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      z/Architecture Assembler Language Part 1: The Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Programming Principles, z/OS, Systems Architecture, Mainframe Computing, Computer Science, Mainframe Technologies, Computational Logic, Data Storage, Program Development, Computer Programming

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Performing Data Definition and Manipulation in SQL

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, SQL, Database Management, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, Database Design, Databases, PostgreSQL, Data Integrity

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Cape Town

      Building Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Professional Networking, Ideation, Business Planning, Business Strategies, Innovation, New Business Development, FinTech, Business Development, Fundraising, Market Opportunities, Financial Regulation

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Negotiation Skills and Effective Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Empathy, Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Learn to Teach Java

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Teaching, Java, Cultural Responsiveness, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Software Design, Pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Test Case, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Design, Algorithms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Principios de diseño UX/UI

      Skills you'll gain: User Research, UI/UX Research, Persona (User Experience), Design Research, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Figma (Design Software), Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Design Strategies, Design Elements And Principles

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Generative AI in the Classroom for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Instructional Design, Emerging Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      软件工程

      Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Development Tools, System Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Functional Requirement, Software Quality Assurance, Software Development, Systems Analysis

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Mathematics Education, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Simulations, Human Computer Interaction, File Management

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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      AWS AI Practitioner

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AWS SageMaker, Generative AI, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Cloud Security, Data Governance, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Data Store, Amazon S3, Data Wrangling

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      The Factors that Influence the Effectiveness of Boards and the Governance Process

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Leadership, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Training and Development, Succession Planning, Organizational Structure, Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Accountability, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Adding Electronics to Rapid Prototypes: Arizona State University
    • z/Architecture Assembler Language Part 1: The Basics: IBM
    • Performing Data Definition and Manipulation in SQL: Coursera Project Network
    • Building Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets: University of Cape Town
    • Negotiation Skills and Effective Communication : Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Learn to Teach Java: University of California San Diego
    • Principios de diseño UX/UI: Meta
    • Generative AI in the Classroom for Educators: University of Glasgow
    • 软件工程: Peking University
    • Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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