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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 Michigan

      Web Applications for Everybody

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, MySQL, JSON, PHP (Scripting Language), jQuery, Database Management, Relational Databases, Ajax, Javascript and jQuery, Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Authentications, Database Application, Database Development, Javascript, Development Environment

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Start Writing Prompts like a Pro

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Human Centered Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Initiating and Planning Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Scope Management, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Project Management, Conflict Management, Organizational Structure, Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Work Breakdown Structure, Influencing

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      Hebrew University of Jerusalem

      Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computational Logic, System Programming, System Design and Implementation, Computer Programming, Debugging, Program Development

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Competitive Strategy and Organization Design

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Mergers & Acquisitions, Game Theory, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Peer Review, Strategic Partnership, Product Strategy, Report Writing, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Consulting, Organizational Change, Growth Strategies, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Marketing, Business Development, Business Research

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Python Project for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Web Scraping, Jupyter, Pandas (Python Package), Interactive Data Visualization, Data Structures, Data Processing, Data Science, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Data Capture, NumPy, Data Manipulation

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      3D CAD Fundamental

      Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Software Installation, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Modern Art & Ideas

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Creativity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Design, World History

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Wind Energy

      Skills you'll gain: High Voltage, Mechanical Engineering, Forecasting, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Cost Estimation, Engineering Analysis, Structural Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Failure Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Financial Analysis, Laboratory Testing

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      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Digital Product Management: Modern Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Product Management, New Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Development, Product Improvement, Product Roadmaps, Customer Engagement, Innovation, Team Management, Agile Methodology, Management Training And Development, Design Thinking, Analysis, B2B Sales, Stakeholder Management, Marketing Analytics, Growth Strategies, Customer Insights, A/B Testing, Business Modeling

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Introduction to Software Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Development Environment, Software Design, Software Engineering, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Integrated Development Environments, Collaborative Software, Cloud Development, Web Applications, Data Ethics, Back-End Web Development, Computer Programming, Front-End Web Development, Python Programming

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Introductory C Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Program Development, Unit Testing, System Programming, Development Testing, Test Case, Software Architecture, Software Testing, Software Development, Simulations, Maintainability, Computer Programming, Command-Line Interface, Software Engineering, Software Design, Problem Solving

      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Web Applications for Everybody: University of Michigan
    • Start Writing Prompts like a Pro: Google
    • Initiating and Planning Projects: University of California, Irvine
    • Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris (Project-Centered Course): Hebrew University of Jerusalem
    • Competitive Strategy and Organization Design: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • Python Project for Data Science: IBM
    • 3D CAD Fundamental: National Taiwan University
    • Modern Art & Ideas: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Wind Energy: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
    • Digital Product Management: Modern Fundamentals: University of Virginia

    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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