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      Johns Hopkins University

      Data Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Scientific Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Presentation, Color Theory, Graphic and Visual Design, Tree Maps, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Storytelling, Statistical Visualization, Design Elements And Principles, Plot (Graphics), Data Literacy, Heat Maps, Computer Displays, Exploratory Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Mapping, Scatter Plots

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Anuncios para las Redes Sociales con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Video Editing, Social Media Content, Social Media, Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Content Creation, Advertising, Marketing Materials, Animations, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Teaching, School Psychology, Self-Awareness, Social Studies, Storytelling, Adult Education, Parent Communication, Stress Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Collaboration, Liberal Arts

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crear un panel de inspiración para su marca con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Creative Design, Branding, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Brand Strategy, Marketing Collateral, Brand Management, Account Management, Marketing Communications

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Packt

      Learn Selenium WebDriver with Java

      Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Eclipse (Software), Test Automation, Web Development Tools, Computer Programming, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Software Testing, Data Import/Export, Test Case, Javascript and jQuery, Programming Principles, Browser Compatibility, Data Structures

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Amazon Web Services

      Bringing Ideas to Life Using AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Amazon Web Services, Data Governance, API Design, Cost Management, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Information Privacy, Product Strategy, Innovation, Compliance Management, Data Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Empresas familiares

      Skills you'll gain: Market Opportunities, Financial Analysis, Business, Administration, Entrepreneurship, Business Management, Financial Management, New Business Development, Market Analysis, Business Planning, Organizational Structure, Marketing Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crear un Kit de Bienvenida para el Cliente con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Marketing Collateral, Marketing Materials, Brochures, Design Strategies, Customer Engagement, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Digital Publishing, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Business

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California, Irvine

      Remote Leadership for Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Conflict Management, Telecommuting, Trustworthiness, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Collaborative Software, Leadership, Team Building, Productivity, Social Skills, Teamwork, Rapport Building, Team Management, Productivity Software, Leadership Development, Relationship Building, People Management, Meeting Facilitation, Constructive Feedback

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Excel Formulas, Generative AI, Data Pipelines, Data Ethics, Data Processing, Teradata SQL, Debugging, Microsoft Excel, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, SQL, Integrated Development Environments

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Load Flow Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Systems Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Network Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Graph Theory

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      The Creative Leader

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Innovation, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Data Visualization: Johns Hopkins University
    • Crea Anuncios para las Redes Sociales con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Crear un panel de inspiración para su marca con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Learn Selenium WebDriver with Java: Packt
    • Bringing Ideas to Life Using AI: Amazon Web Services
    • Empresas familiares: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Crear un Kit de Bienvenida para el Cliente con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Remote Leadership for Managers: University of California, Irvine
    • Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI: Microsoft

    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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