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      Amazon Web Services

      AWS Generative AI Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, AWS SageMaker, Amazon Web Services, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Development, Public Cloud, Data Governance, Large Language Modeling, API Design, Cost Management, Solution Architecture, Information Privacy, Data Management

      4.7
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Basic Data Processing and Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Web Scraping, Data Visualization Software, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Data Import/Export, NumPy, Jupyter, JSON, Python Programming

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      198 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Business Continuity, Network Security, Cryptography, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Encryption, User Provisioning, Security Management, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Management, Network Performance Management, Information Systems Security, Network Architecture, DevSecOps, Cyber Operations, Data Management, Software Development Methodologies, Cybersecurity

      4.7
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      101 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Experimentation, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, UI/UX Research, R Programming, User Experience, Research Design, Human Computer Interaction, Statistics, Statistical Modeling

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      595 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Scalability, Distributed Computing, Big Data, Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux, Job Control Language (JCL), Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Performance Tuning, Computer Architecture

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      3.7
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      142 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Design Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Technology Strategies, Data Ethics, Content Creation, Professional Development, Information Privacy

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      Learn to code with AI

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Web Development, GitHub, Front-End Web Development, Version Control, Mobile Development, Application Deployment, ChatGPT, Javascript, Responsive Web Design, Debugging, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Development, Database Application, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Machine Learning

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      117 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SAP

      Foundations of Business Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, SAP Applications, Systems Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Business Requirements, ChatGPT, Requirements Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Solution Design, Business Strategy, Agile Methodology, Waterfall Methodology, Communication, Critical Thinking

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Cisco CCNA 200-301: The Complete Guide to Getting Certified

      Skills you'll gain: Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), OSI Models, Wide Area Networks, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Wireless Networks, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, Routing Protocols, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Network Performance Management, Network Switches, Network Planning And Design, Network Administration, Network Protocols

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Magnetics for Power Electronic Converters

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Technical Design, Engineering Design Process

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Embedded Interface Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Research, Persona (User Experience), User Experience, Internet Of Things, Verification And Validation, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Human Computer Interaction, Embedded Systems, Application Programming Interface (API), Prototyping, Network Protocols, Microservices, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Software Development

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      143 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Multiple educators

      Applied Sustainability for Technical Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Energy and Utilities, Business Reporting, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Environmental Resource Management, Business Leadership, Product Engineering, Initiative and Leadership, Electrical Power, Business Ethics, Leadership Development, Product Development, Environment, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Design, Waste Minimization, Community Organizing

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      4.6
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • AWS Generative AI Applications: Amazon Web Services
    • Basic Data Processing and Visualization: University of California San Diego
    • CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional: Packt
    • Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments: University of California San Diego
    • Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design : University of Michigan
    • Learn to code with AI: Scrimba
    • Foundations of Business Analysis: SAP
    • Cisco CCNA 200-301: The Complete Guide to Getting Certified: Packt
    • Magnetics for Power Electronic Converters: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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