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      CertNexus

      Solve Business Problems with AI and Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Applied Machine Learning, Project Implementation, Business Solutions, Solution Design, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Machine Learning Algorithms

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      IT Fundamentals and Hardware Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Desktop Support, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, System Support

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Data Collection, Spreadsheet Software, Health Systems, Public Health

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      198 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Python Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Functional Design, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Data Science, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Engineering

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      IBM COBOL Software Development Process

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, z/OS, COBOL (Programming Language), Unit Testing, Systems Analysis, Systems Development, Pseudocode, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Software Design, Systems Architecture, Mainframe Computing, Programming Principles, Scrum (Software Development), Test Planning

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SAP

      Requirements Gathering and Documentation

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Management, Business Requirements, User Requirements Documents, Requirements Analysis, Verification And Validation, SAP Applications, Functional Specification, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Stakeholder Engagement, Process Mapping

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Interactive eLearning and Assessment with Edulastic

      Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Teaching, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Blended Learning, Instructional Strategies, Interactive Learning, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Needs Assessment

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep AI-102: Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing, Image Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Solutions, Computer Vision, OpenAI, Text Mining, Machine Learning, Key Management, Application Deployment, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)

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      Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Introduction to Faecal Sludge Management

      Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Water Resources, Waste Minimization, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Monitoring, Community Development, Public Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      669 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Search and Display Advertising

      Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Online Advertising, Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Advertising, Contextual Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Automation, A/B Testing, Consumer Behaviour

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      97 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Data Centers, Network Switches, Virtual Machines, Python Programming

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      304 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Machine Teaching for Autonomous AI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Automation, Decision Support Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Human Machine Interfaces, Artificial Intelligence, Real-Time Operating Systems, Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Human Factors, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Solve Business Problems with AI and Machine Learning: CertNexus
    • IT Fundamentals and Hardware Essentials: Packt
    • Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Introduction to Python Functions: University of Colorado Boulder
    • IBM COBOL Software Development Process: IBM
    • Requirements Gathering and Documentation: SAP
    • Interactive eLearning and Assessment with Edulastic: Coursera Project Network
    • Exam Prep AI-102: Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate: Whizlabs
    • Introduction to Faecal Sludge Management: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Search and Display Advertising: 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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