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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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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Mining Foundations and Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Unsupervised Learning, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Data Science, Data Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Big Data, Supervised Learning, Data Cleansing, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Data Transformation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Quality, Analytical Skills, Advanced Analytics

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      IBM

      People and Soft Skills Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Teamwork, Collaboration, Communication, Professional Development, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Agile Project Management, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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      University of Michigan

      Writing and Editing: Revising

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Writing, Proofreading, Critical Thinking, Detail Oriented, Collaboration, Time Management, Creativity

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Introduction to Faecal Sludge Management

      Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Water Resources, Waste Minimization, Environmental Management Systems, Facility Management, Innovation, Community Development, Public Health

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Solución de problemas y toma de decisiones

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Staff Management, Strategic Thinking, Teamwork, Collaboration, Leadership

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Innovación Educativa

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Solution Design, Entrepreneurship, Instructional Strategies, Creative Thinking, Digital Transformation

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Photovoltaic Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Plant Operations and Management, Electric Power Systems, Energy and Utilities, Semiconductors, Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Manufacturing Processes, Mathematical Modeling, Product Testing

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Digital Thread: Components

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Data Sharing, Manufacturing Operations, Business Transformation, Workflow Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Data Storage, Process Management, Information Management, Goal Setting

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Solar Energy Systems Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, HVAC, Project Implementation, Energy and Utilities, Feasibility Studies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cost Estimation, Return On Investment, Building Design

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Historia del Arte: Del Barroco al Arte Posmoderno

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Aesthetics, Timelines, World History, Culture, European History, Design Elements And Principles

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Pensamiento sistémico

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Conceptual Design, Network Analysis, Cognitive flexibility, Control Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Collaboration

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      ITIL V4 Certification Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Customer experience improvement, IT Service Management, Change Control, IT Management, Information Technology Architecture, Technical Management, Service Level, Security Management, Enterprise Architecture, Continuous Improvement Process, Service Improvement, Service Design, Agile Methodology, Governance, Risk Management Framework, Practice Management, Organizational Structure, IT Infrastructure

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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

    • Data Mining Foundations and Practice: University of Colorado Boulder
    • People and Soft Skills Assessment : IBM
    • Writing and Editing: Revising: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Faecal Sludge Management: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Solución de problemas y toma de decisiones: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Innovación Educativa: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Photovoltaic Systems: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
    • Digital Thread: Components: University at Buffalo
    • Solar Energy Systems Overview: University at Buffalo
    • Historia del Arte: Del Barroco al Arte Posmoderno: Universidad de Palermo

    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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