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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

      Crea un Mood Board con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Storytelling, Creative Design, Design Elements And Principles, Marketing

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Account Managers: Personalizing Client Engagement

      Skills you'll gain: Account Management, AI Personalization, Generative AI Agents, Customer Communications Management, Personalized Service, Customer Engagement, Workflow Management, Prompt Engineering, Business Process Automation, Automation, Communication, Customer Insights, Predictive Modeling, Analytics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Data Communication Networks

      Skills you'll gain: Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Routing Protocols, Virtualization, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Hardware, Networking, and Databases

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Database Design, Hardware Architecture, Relational Databases, Databases, Hardware Troubleshooting, SQL, General Networking, Network Routers, System Configuration, Wireless Networks

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IE Business School

      Scale Up Specialization Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Process Optimization, Product Development, New Product Development, Process Improvement, Sales Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Growth Strategies, Business Development, Business Planning, Culture Transformation, Organizational Structure

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Vertex AI Search for Commerce

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, API Gateway, Google Cloud Platform, System Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Enterprise Application Management, Data Integration, Operational Analysis, Data Modeling, Application Deployment

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      L&T EduTech

      Concepts of Heavy Lifting

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Structural Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Practices, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulics, Structural Analysis, Civil Engineering, Construction, Torque (Physics), Equipment Design, Construction Engineering, Estimation, Safety Assurance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Tableau Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Tableau Software, Peer Review, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Presentations, Data Cleansing, Data Quality, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Microsoft PowerPoint, Stakeholder Communications

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crear Presentaciones Interactivas con Microsoft PowerPoint

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Creation, Animations, Multimedia, Infographics, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Interactive Design

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Build a Resilient, Asynchronous System with Cloud Run and Pub/Sub

      Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Serverless Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Systems Design, Distributed Computing, Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Deployment, Middleware, Cloud Management, System Programming, Network Architecture

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Starweaver

      Electrifying the Journey: On-Board Charging Systems for EVs

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Equipment, Energy and Utilities, Power Electronics, Environment and Resource Management, Technical Standard, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Electrical Safety, Electronic Components, Thermal Management, Interoperability, Systems Integration, Control Systems, Emerging Technologies, Wireless Networks

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      UE5: Beginner’s Guide to Building a 3D Environment

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Computer Graphics, Video Production, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Scalability, Performance Tuning, Game Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Animations, User Interface (UI), Design, Simulations, Color Theory, File Management

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Crea un Mood Board con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • GenAI for Account Managers: Personalizing Client Engagement: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Data Communication Networks: Starweaver
    • Hardware, Networking, and Databases: Packt
    • Scale Up Specialization Capstone : IE Business School
    • Vertex AI Search for Commerce: Google Cloud
    • Concepts of Heavy Lifting: L&T EduTech
    • Tableau Capstone Project : SkillUp EdTech
    • Crear Presentaciones Interactivas con Microsoft PowerPoint: Coursera Project Network
    • Build a Resilient, Asynchronous System with Cloud Run and Pub/Sub: Google Cloud

    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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