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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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      Coursera Project Network

      Edita y retoca imágenes con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Canva (Software), Data Sharing, User Accounts, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Editing, Graphic Design, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

      Managing High Performing Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Building, Team Motivation, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Conflict Management, Growth Mindedness, People Management, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Process, Empathy, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Emotional Intelligence, Trustworthiness, Coaching, Goal Setting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      As Competências do Líder Exponencial

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Growth Strategies, Negotiation, Strategic Leadership, Decision Making, Digital Transformation, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Creative Thinking, Business Strategies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      مهارات حل المسائل لتحقيق النجاح في الجامعة

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Brainstorming, Resourcefulness, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Higher Education, Collaboration, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Learning Strategies, Communication, Time Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      PHP Development with ChatGPT: Practical Web Development

      Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Web Applications, Web Development, Generative AI, Database Development, Data Management, Microsoft Visual Studio, MySQL, SQL, Application Security

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Glasgow

      Clinical Decision Support Systems - CDSS 4

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Machine Learning, Medical Privacy, Health Informatics, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Predictive Modeling, Human Centered Design, Data Validation, Verification And Validation, Data Security

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Leadership in Action and Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Planning, Strategic Leadership, Business Planning, Organizational Change, Organizational Strategy, Planning, Change Management, Team Building, Business Strategy, Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Collaboration, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Developing and Managing Sustainable Supply Chains

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Corporate Communications, Logistics Management, Reverse Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Sustainability Reporting, Supplier Management, Business Technologies, Transportation Management, Compliance Management, Waste Minimization, Product Lifecycle Management, Digital Transformation, Innovation

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Mobile Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Customer Relationship Management, Online Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Digital Advertising, Promotional Strategies, Social Media Marketing, Growth Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Advertising Campaigns, Product Promotion, Drive Engagement, Advertising, Keyword Research, Business Metrics, Customer Engagement, Performance Metric

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Co-creation and challenge-based learning in Higher Education

      Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Problem Solving, Design Thinking, Higher Education, Creativity, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Ideation, Adaptability, Mentorship, Collaboration, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      The DMAIC Framework: Analyze, Improve, and Control Phase

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Optimization, Statistical Process Controls, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Process Improvement, Regression Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Control, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Root Cause Analysis

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Design of Formwork System

      Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Cost Estimation, Construction Estimating, Building Information Modeling, Construction, Engineering Drawings, Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, Technical Drawing, Structural Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Safety Assurance

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Edita y retoca imágenes con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Managing High Performing Teams: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
    • As Competências do Líder Exponencial: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • مهارات حل المسائل لتحقيق النجاح في الجامعة: The University of Sydney
    • PHP Development with ChatGPT: Practical Web Development: Coursera Project Network
    • Clinical Decision Support Systems - CDSS 4: University of Glasgow
    • Leadership in Action and Planning: Johns Hopkins University
    • Developing and Managing Sustainable Supply Chains: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Mobile Marketing: Simplilearn
    • Co-creation and challenge-based learning in Higher Education: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    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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