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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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      Microsoft

      Generative AI for Marketers

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Persona Development, Content Creation, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI Agents, Marketing Design, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Marketing Materials, Marketing, Content Development and Management, Ideation, Strategic Marketing, Social Media Content, Data Analysis

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      Duke University

      Introduction to Programming and Animation with Alice

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Event-Driven Programming, Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Storyboarding, Programming Principles, Computer Graphics, Program Development, Computer Programming, Scripting, Computer Programming Tools

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Market Research and Competitive Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Competitive Intelligence, Persona Development, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Business Research, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Product Development, Product Strategy, Data Analysis, AI Personalization, Innovation, Regulatory Compliance

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      工程圖學 2D CAD

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Drawings, AutoCAD, Technical Drawing, Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Architectural Drawing, Blueprint Reading, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      223 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Adobe

      Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Promotional Strategies, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Target Audience, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Customer Relationship Management, Advertising, Customer Acquisition Management, Content Creation, AI Personalization, A/B Testing

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning

      Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction Inspection, Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Architectural Engineering, Land Development, Submittals (Construction), Process Analysis, Document Management

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

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      University of London

      Building Interactive 3D Characters and Social VR

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Unity Engine, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, Animations, Non-Verbal Communication, Human Computer Interaction, Psychology, Interpersonal Communications, Artificial Intelligence

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Siemens

      Siemens NX Mastery: Advanced Design & Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Assembly Drawing, Finite Element Methods, Mechanical Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Technical Design, Engineering Software, Simulations

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentals of Management, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

      Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Talent Management, Delegation Skills, People Management, Subcontracting, Business Strategy, Employee Training, Organizational Structure, Leadership, Communication

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Exploratorium

      Exploring Light: Hands-on Activities and Strategies for Teachers

      Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Laboratory Experience, Constructive Feedback, Learning Strategies, Experimentation, Physics, Scientific Methods, Investigation

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Research Design, Data Analysis, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Descriptive Statistics

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

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      École normale supérieure

      Approximation Algorithms Part I

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Operations Research, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Solution Design, Probability

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

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

    • Generative AI for Marketers: Microsoft
    • Introduction to Programming and Animation with Alice: Duke University
    • Market Research and Competitive Analysis: Microsoft
    • 工程圖學 2D CAD: National Taiwan University
    • Digital Marketing: Adobe
    • Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning: University at Buffalo
    • Building Interactive 3D Characters and Social VR: University of London
    • Siemens NX Mastery: Advanced Design & Applications: Siemens
    • Fundamentals of Management, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
    • Exploring Light: Hands-on Activities and Strategies for Teachers: Exploratorium

    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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