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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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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Ethical Issues in AI and Professional Ethics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Social Justice, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Information Privacy

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      THINK GLOBAL: TEACHERS TRAINING COURSE (IDP-ICE)

      Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Intercultural Competence, Culture, Teaching, Cultural Diversity, Curriculum Planning, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Research, Research Methodologies, Student-Centred Learning, Surveys, Pedagogy, Diversity Awareness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      140 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      English for Developing a Business

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Communication, English Language, Interpersonal Communications, Business Leadership, Productivity Software, Crisis Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership and Management, Business, Business Management, Global Marketing, Rapport Building, Leadership, Corporate Communications, Grammar

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Managing Innovation: Ambidexterity, Teams and Leading Change

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Innovation, Change Management, New Product Development, Organizational Strategy, Technology Roadmaps, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Product Lifecycle Management, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Simulations, Peer Review, Human Computer Interaction

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Grant Writing, Resource Allocation, Strategic Decision-Making, Proposal Development, Resource Management, Business Strategy, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Innovation, Leadership, Social Work

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Ultimate Graphic Design Course: Create 40 Practical Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Design Reviews, Design Elements And Principles, Typography, Portfolio Management, Animations, Marketing Materials, Marketing Design, Branding, Social Media Content, Instagram

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Learn to Teach Java

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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Microsoft SQL Server Development for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, SQL, Database Design, Stored Procedure, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Query Languages, Data Integrity, Data Manipulation, Scripting, Authentications, User Accounts

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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 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 Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Team Performance Management, Culture Transformation, Performance Improvement, Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Recruitment Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Networking 101

      Skills you'll gain: Network Performance Management, General Networking, Google Cloud Platform, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Network Security, Network Routing, Network Planning And Design, Firewall, System Configuration, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Security Software

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      National Taiwan University

      工程資訊管理 BIM 基礎

      Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, Civil Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Construction, Architecture and Construction, Construction Management, 3D Modeling, Information Management, Software Installation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Ethical Issues in AI and Professional Ethics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • THINK GLOBAL: TEACHERS TRAINING COURSE (IDP-ICE): Universitat de Barcelona
    • English for Developing a Business: University of California, Irvine
    • Managing Innovation: Ambidexterity, Teams and Leading Change: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education: University of Colorado Boulder
    • NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas: Coursera Project Network
    • Ultimate Graphic Design Course: Create 40 Practical Projects: Packt
    • Learn to Teach Java: University of California San Diego
    • Microsoft SQL Server Development for Everyone: Packt
    • The Factors that Influence the Effectiveness of Boards and the Governance Process: University at Buffalo

    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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