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Instructional Design Courses

Instructional design courses can help you learn curriculum development, assessment strategies, and learner engagement techniques. You can build skills in creating effective learning experiences, utilizing multimedia resources, and evaluating instructional effectiveness. Many courses introduce tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, and learning management systems, which support the design and delivery of educational content.


Popular Instructional Design Courses and Certifications


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    DeepLearning.AI

    Natural Language Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Dimensionality Reduction, Markov Model, Transfer Learning, Embeddings, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Large Language Modeling, Supervised Learning, Text Mining, Machine Learning Methods, Generative AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Statistical Machine Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Logistic Regression, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library)

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Everyday Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Excel Macros, Data Cleansing, Statistical Modeling, Excel Formulas, Data Validation, Financial Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Sharing, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Financial Modeling, Productivity Software, Microsoft Word, Financial Forecasting, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Cameras, Exposure, and Photography

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Peer Review, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Image Quality, Creativity, Design Elements And Principles

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Software Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, Kanban Principles, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Sprint Retrospectives, Requirements Management, Functional Requirement, Business Requirements, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development, User Requirements Documents, Scrum (Software Development), Software Technical Review, Product Management, Product Requirements, Risk Management Framework, Project Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    RF/Microwave Design - S-parameter Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Performance Testing, Electronic Components, Technical Design, Wireless Networks, Engineering Analysis, Network Analysis, Design, Design and Product, Grant Applications, Data Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Applied Plotting, Charting & Data Representation in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Graphing, Scatter Plots, Data Manipulation, Histogram, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Influencing, Risk Management, Governance, Change Management, Organizational Change, Communication, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Conflict Management, Leadership, Business Transformation, Operational Risk, Negotiation, Verbal Communication Skills, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Process Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Legal Design: Crafting User-Centric Legal Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Legal Writing, Design Thinking, Client Services, Design, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Qualitative Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Apply SOLID Design to Optimize Java ML

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Maintainability, Gradle, Java, Software Design, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), API Design, Machine Learning Methods, Programming Principles, Integration Testing, Dependency Analysis, User Interface (UI) Design, Design Strategies, Program Evaluation, Automation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Marketing Digital

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Google Ads, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, Online Advertising, A/B Testing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Web Analytics, Digital Advertising, Facebook, Campaign Management, Marketing Analytics, Return On Investment, Performance Measurement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    Construction Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Construction, Building Information Modeling, Environment Health And Safety, Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Planning, Lean Methodologies, Project Management, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Development, Contract Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Management

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

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Ideas from the History of Graphic Design

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Design, Art History, Visual Design, Typography, Culture, Advertising, Aesthetics, Creativity, Branding

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Natural Language Processing: DeepLearning.AI
  • Everyday Excel: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cameras, Exposure, and Photography: Michigan State University
  • Software Product Management: University of Alberta
  • RF/Microwave Design - S-parameter Analysis: Coursera
  • Applied Plotting, Charting & Data Representation in Python: University of Michigan
  • Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance: Macquarie University
  • Legal Design: Crafting User-Centric Legal Solutions: Coursera
  • Apply SOLID Design to Optimize Java ML: Coursera
  • Marketing Digital: Universidade de São Paulo

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