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      Duke University

      Practical Python: Start Your Programming Journey

      Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Debugging, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Pseudocode, Game Design, Interactive Design, Design and Product, Algorithms, Computer Science

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      SQL para el desarrollo web

      Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, SQL, Database Design, Database Management, Databases, Database Systems, Data Modeling, Data Entry, Query Languages, Web Development, Data Access, Data Integrity, Information Technology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Functional Programming with Java and Threads

      Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Open Source Technology, Programming Principles, Scalability, Functional Design, Algorithms

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      KodeKloud

      AWS Certified AI Practitioner

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), AWS SageMaker, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Data Ethics, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Security, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Prompt Engineering, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Human Centered Design, Data Governance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Advanced App Development in Android Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, Computer Graphics, Android Development, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Application Development, Animation and Game Design

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Lambda Expressions with Java

      Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Java, Java Programming, Functional Design

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      تصميم عروض تقديمية للمبيعات من خلال موقع Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Presentations, Sales Presentations, Canva (Software), Multimedia, Marketing Design, Design, Marketing Collateral, Product Demonstration, Marketing Materials, Graphic Design

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Neuroscience of Leading High-Performance Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Drive Engagement, Storytelling, Coaching, Employee Coaching, Team Oriented, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Goal Setting, Employee Engagement, Collaboration, Influencing

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      C++: Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Technical Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Social Sciences, Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Higher Education, Correlation Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Desarrollo de Aplicaciones Mobile Multiplataforma con Nativescript, Angular y Redux

      Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, React Redux, iOS Development, Continuous Integration, Apple iOS, Test Automation, Unit Testing, User Interface (UI), Development Testing, CI/CD, Angular, Android Studio, UI Components, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, TypeScript, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging, Animations

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Presenting Data Using Charts with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentations, Data Visualization, Productivity Software, Design

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Practical Python: Start Your Programming Journey : Duke University
    • SQL para el desarrollo web: Universidad de Palermo
    • Functional Programming with Java and Threads: Vanderbilt University
    • AWS Certified AI Practitioner: KodeKloud
    • Advanced App Development in Android Capstone: Imperial College London
    • Lambda Expressions with Java: Coursera Project Network
    • تصميم عروض تقديمية للمبيعات من خلال موقع Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • The Neuroscience of Leading High-Performance Teams: University of Colorado Boulder
    • C++: Algorithms: Codio
    • Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    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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