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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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      EDUCBA

      Python Scripting Case Study - Creating a Console Application

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Data Validation, Command-Line Interface, Business Logic, Record Keeping, Programming Principles, Verification And Validation, Data Entry

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      SQL for Data Science (and Version Control with GitHub)

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Design, Database Management, Data Analysis, Database Architecture and Administration, Relational Databases, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Version Control, Data Manipulation, Query Languages, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Performance Tuning

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      MAYA Architecture - Lighting and Rendering with Mental Ray

      Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Maya, Autodesk, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Introduction to JavaScript Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Development, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Data Validation, Javascript, Debugging, Maintainability, Data Structures, Software Design, Computer Programming, Data Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Agentic AI with LangChain and LangGraph

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Governance, Collaborative Software, System Design and Implementation, Software Development, Python Programming, Computational Logic, Application Frameworks, Data Science

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Adobe Illustrator Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Logo Design, Design Software, Computer Graphic Techniques, Data Import/Export, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design Strategies, Color Theory, Animations, Creativity

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Client HQ: Streamline Client Project Management with Notion

      Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Database Design, Workflow Management, Project Management Software, Databases, Project Management, Productivity Software, Client Services, Process Improvement and Optimization, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Collaborative Software

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      PyQt Training Intermediate Level

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Graphical Tools, Python Programming, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Power BI: Data Modeling and Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Star Schema, Data Warehousing, Data Security, Data Visualization Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Performance Tuning, Business Intelligence, Excel Formulas, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      XHTML - Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Extensible Markup Language (XML), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Development Tools, Semantic Web, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Design, Data Validation, Development Environment, Verification And Validation, Development Testing

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 5

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Functional Design, Application Programming Interface (API)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Web Development Mastery: HTML, CSS & JavaScript Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Front-End Web Development, Web Development Tools, HTML and CSS, React.js, Web Design and Development, Javascript, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), JavaScript Frameworks, Semantic Web

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Python Scripting Case Study - Creating a Console Application: EDUCBA
    • SQL for Data Science (and Version Control with GitHub): Coursera
    • MAYA Architecture - Lighting and Rendering with Mental Ray: EDUCBA
    • Introduction to JavaScript Programming: Microsoft
    • Agentic AI with LangChain and LangGraph: IBM
    • Adobe Illustrator Essentials: Skillshare
    • Client HQ: Streamline Client Project Management with Notion: Skillshare
    • PyQt Training Intermediate Level: EDUCBA
    • Power BI: Data Modeling and Data Analysis: Whizlabs
    • XHTML - Beginners: EDUCBA

    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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