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    Find the Best Instructional Design Course for Your Goals

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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

      Skills you'll gain: Java, Debugging, Java Programming, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Solution Design, Data Manipulation, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Blockchain Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Transaction Processing, Cryptography, Payment Systems, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Data Integrity, Data Structures, Distributed Computing, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Machines, Verification And Validation

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

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      Macquarie University

      Excel Skills for Business: Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Validation, Data Visualization, Financial Modeling, Automation, Depreciation, Loans, Financial Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Adobe

      Image Editing

      Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Adobe Photoshop, Generative AI, File Management, Photography, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Color Matching, Editing, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Adobe

      Adobe Marketing Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: Promotional Strategies, Social Media Content, Content Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Creative Design, Target Audience, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Cross-Channel Marketing, Digital Design, Generative AI, Marketing Strategies, Personalized Service, Campaign Management, Content Strategy, Data Ethics, Graphic Design, Advertising, Market Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of London

      Responsive Website Development and Design

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, jQuery, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Usability, HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Design, Human Computer Interaction, GitHub, MongoDB, Interaction Design, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability Testing, User Experience Design, Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, Full-Stack Web Development, Javascript

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Everyday Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Regression Analysis, Consolidation, Depreciation, Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Data Analysis Software, Data Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Cash Flows, Statistical Analysis, Trend Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Problem Solving

      4.7
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      4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IIT Bombay

      Design Thinking and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Prototyping, Solution Design, User Research, User Experience Design, Product Design, Scalability, Innovation, Cultural Diversity, Ideation, User Centered Design, User Feedback, Product Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Oriented, Usability Testing

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      User Research and Design

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, UI/UX Research, User Research, Ideation, Qualitative Research, User Experience, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Interviewing Skills, Data Analysis, People Analytics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      468 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Neuroscience and Neuroimaging

      Skills you'll gain: Psychological Evaluations, Neurology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, R Programming, Medical Imaging, Data Manipulation, Image Analysis, Anatomy, Human Learning, Data Analysis Software, Psychology, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Experimentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Research Design, Data Analysis, Statistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, A/B Testing, Media Planning, Marketing Analytics, Paid media, Social Media Strategy, Data Storytelling, Social Media Management, Keyword Research, Marketing Effectiveness, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, Order Fulfillment, Customer Retention, Loyalty Programs, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Campaign Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Advanced Instructional Strategies in the Virtual Classroom

      Skills you'll gain: Parent Communication, Education Software and Technology, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Student Support and Services, Curriculum Planning, Community Development, Teaching, Classroom Management, Constructive Feedback, Virtual Teams, Differentiated Instruction, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      575 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software: Duke University
    • Blockchain Basics: University at Buffalo
    • Excel Skills for Business: Advanced: Macquarie University
    • Image Editing: Adobe
    • Adobe Marketing Specialist: Adobe
    • Responsive Website Development and Design: University of London
    • Everyday Excel: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Design Thinking and Innovation: IIT Bombay
    • User Research and Design: University of Minnesota
    • Neuroscience and Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University

    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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