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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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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Theories of Public Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environmental Policy, Public Administration, Behavioral Economics, Social Sciences, Program Evaluation, Governance, Systems Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Learning with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Student-Centred Learning, Human Learning, Adult Learning Principles, AI Personalization, Self-Awareness, Artificial Intelligence, Growth Mindedness, Goal Setting, Generative AI

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      SQL for Data Science (and Version Control with GitHub)

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Git (Version Control System), Database Management, Data Manipulation, Query Languages, Data Transformation, Databases, Data Cleansing, Performance Tuning, Data Analysis, Generative AI

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      English Composition I

      Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Editing, Proofreading, Peer Review, English Language, Journalism, Qualitative Research, Graphic and Visual Design, Style Guides

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      INSEAD

      Blockchain Revolution

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Market Analysis, Business Transformation, Business Modeling, Emerging Technologies, Market Opportunities, Business Analysis, Cryptography, Business Ethics, Corporate Sustainability, Business, Market Research, Business Planning, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Digital Transformation, Financial Services

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Data Import/Export, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Debugging, Microsoft Excel, Programming Principles, Program Development, Simulations, User Interface (UI), Problem Solving, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Automation, Computer Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Algorithms, Data Management

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Android UI Development

      Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Responsive Web Design, Test Driven Development (TDD), Kotlin, Android Development, Android Jetpack, Android (Operating System), User Interface (UI) Design, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), Unit Testing, Program Development, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Wireframing, Prototyping

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      Google

      Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Brainstorming, Concision, Productivity, Business Writing, Creativity, Cognitive flexibility

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Toronto

      GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, ArcGIS, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Data Analysis, GIS Software, Geospatial Mapping, Data Visualization, Data Mapping, Typography, Interactive Data Visualization, Query Languages, Data Synthesis, Data Compilation, Data Processing, Quantitative Research, Design, Data Manipulation, Data Literacy, Image Analysis

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      Vanderbilt University

      Android App Development

      Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, User Interface (UI), JUnit, Android (Operating System), Application Development, Java, Maintainability, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Application Security, Java Programming, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Testability, Software Testing, Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mobile Development, Vulnerability Assessments, Mockups

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      Automotive Industrial Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, Engineering Management, Supply Chain Management, Systems Engineering, Business Strategy, Transportation Operations, Procurement, Manufacturing Processes, Production Line, Mechanical Engineering, Strategic Planning, Innovation, Technology Strategies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      BIM Fundamentals for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Building Information Modeling, Engineering Documentation, Data Modeling, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Construction, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Theories of Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Learning with AI: Politecnico di Milano
    • SQL for Data Science (and Version Control with GitHub): Coursera
    • English Composition I: Duke University
    • Blockchain Revolution: INSEAD
    • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Meta Android UI Development: Meta
    • Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks: Google
    • GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis: University of Toronto
    • Android App Development: Vanderbilt University

    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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