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      Meta

      iOS App Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple iOS, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI), Git (Version Control System), Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, User Experience, Wireframing, Application Development, Application Deployment, Data Management, Software Architecture

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      GRAMMY GO

      Foundations of Music Promotion & Branding

      Skills you'll gain: Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Creative Design, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Marketing, Content Creation, User Research, Goal Setting, Promotional Strategies, Social Media, Persona Development, Marketing Strategies, Customer Analysis, Digital Marketing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Interactive and Immersive Experiences with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Storytelling, Game Design, Multimedia, Animation and Game Design, Interactive Design, Persona (User Experience)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Developing a Programme Management Blueprint with ClickUp

      Skills you'll gain: Project Design, Program Management, Timelines, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Project Management Software, Process Development, Risk Management, Governance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Creá tu primer UI Kit en Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience, Style Guides, Prototyping, Typography

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategies, Financial Management, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Leadership, Business Development, Marketing, Leadership and Management, Corporate Finance, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Management, Global Marketing, Governance, International Finance, Organizational Structure

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      144 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Email Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Marketing Automation, Newsletters, Digital Marketing, A/B Testing, Target Audience, Campaign Management, Marketing Strategies, Growth Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Lead Generation, Customer Engagement, Automation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Strategies for Effective Engagement

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Systems Thinking, Communication Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Database Creation and Modeling using MYSQL Workbench

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, MySQL, Database Design, SQL, Database Management, Relational Databases, Databases, Data Integration, Data Manipulation, Business Intelligence

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Responsible AI - Español

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Business Architecture, Project Design, Business Ethics, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      76 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Commonwealth Education Trust

      Foundations of Teaching for Learning Capstone: The Reflective Practitioner

      Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Teaching, Curriculum Planning, Professional Development, Peer Review, Constructive Feedback, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Human Learning, Growth Mindedness, Collaboration

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian Institute of Science

      Designing a MEMS-Based Sensor for Exhaled Breath Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Documentation, Electronics Engineering, Technical Documentation, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Technical Communication, Medical Equipment and Technology, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Health Technology, Engineering Design Process, Semiconductors, Embedded Systems, Medical Science and Research, Clinical Research, Laboratory Equipment, Manufacturing Processes, Prototyping

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • iOS App Capstone: Meta
    • Foundations of Music Promotion & Branding: GRAMMY GO
    • Interactive and Immersive Experiences with Generative AI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Developing a Programme Management Blueprint with ClickUp: Coursera Project Network
    • Creá tu primer UI Kit en Figma: Coursera Project Network
    • Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Email Marketing: Simplilearn
    • Strategies for Effective Engagement : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Database Creation and Modeling using MYSQL Workbench: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Responsible AI - Español: Google Cloud

    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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