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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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      Packt

      Monetization, Advanced Techniques, and Game Art Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, Bitbucket, Git (Version Control System), Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphics, Mobile Development, Animations

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Netzkonvergenzstudien in der Finiten Elemente Methode

      Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Mechanical Design, 3D Modeling, Scientific Visualization, Cloud Computing, Structural Analysis

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Gestalte Grafiken für soziale Medien mit Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Instagram, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Organizational Skills, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Color Theory, Typography, Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Minnesota

      Causal Inference Project Ideation

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Research Design, A/B Testing, Business Analysis, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Statistical Inference, Business Priorities, Data Ethics, Prioritization, Project Planning

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Diseña infografías con Prezi

      Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Presentations, Data Visualization, Graphic and Visual Design, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Blender 4 - Geometry Nodes for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Prototyping, Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      UBITS

      Líder: construye una cultura organizacional del futuro

      Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Business Leadership, Organizational Structure, Diversity and Inclusion, Talent Management, Cultural Diversity, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Employee Engagement, Creativity, Communication Strategies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      Build a Memory Game in React

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, UI Components, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Game Design, Front-End Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Usability, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Frameworks, Interaction Design, Debugging, Web Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer des visuels Twitter pour entreprises avec PicMonkey

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Brand Awareness, Content Creation, Brand Loyalty, Content Marketing, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo usar las funciones escondidas de Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design Elements And Principles, Photo Editing, Graphic Design, Typography, Content Creation, Creativity, Social Media, Digital Marketing

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Minnesota

      Prescriptive Analytics Project Ideation

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Operations Research, Simulation and Simulation Software, Sprint Planning, Advanced Analytics, Process Mapping, Operational Analysis, Process Optimization, Business Planning, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Production Planning, Capacity Planning, Solution Design, Needs Assessment, Business Analysis, Analytics, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Complex Problem Solving

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SAE Institute México

      Desarrollo de videojuegos en Unity

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Unity Engine, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Scripting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Monetization, Advanced Techniques, and Game Art Creation: Packt
    • Netzkonvergenzstudien in der Finiten Elemente Methode: Coursera Project Network
    • Gestalte Grafiken für soziale Medien mit Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Causal Inference Project Ideation: University of Minnesota
    • Diseña infografías con Prezi: Coursera Project Network
    • Blender 4 - Geometry Nodes for Beginners: Packt
    • Líder: construye una cultura organizacional del futuro: UBITS
    • Build a Memory Game in React: Scrimba
    • Créer des visuels Twitter pour entreprises avec PicMonkey: Coursera Project Network
    • Cómo usar las funciones escondidas de Canva: Coursera Project Network

    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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