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      SkillUp

      Enterprise Data Architecture and Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Data Modeling, Data Migration, Data Warehousing, Database Architecture and Administration, Emerging Technologies, Data Processing, Data Storage, Data Management, Data Integration, Dataflow, Application Frameworks, Data Governance, Technology Strategies, Scalability

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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Programmation pour tous (mise en route de Python)

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Algorithms, Software Installation, Computational Thinking, Development Environment

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      دليل استخدام كانفا للمبتدئين

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

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      Learning MEAN Stack by Building Real world Application

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Node.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, HTML and CSS, JavaScript Frameworks, MongoDB, Back-End Web Development, Application Frameworks, Maintainability, Restful API, Front-End Web Development, Server Side, Web Development Tools, Application Deployment, Web Applications, Application Development, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Javascript, jQuery, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESCP Business School

      Doing Business in Europe

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Supply Chain Management, Business Strategy, Retail Store Operations, Business Development, Business Economics, Global Marketing, Market Dynamics, Innovation, Negotiation, Investments, Digital Marketing

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      138 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Formwork for concreting

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Construction Engineering, Building Codes, Construction Management, Building Information Modeling, Construction Estimating, Cost Estimation, Structural Engineering, Blueprint Reading, Architectural Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Construction Inspection, Engineering Practices, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Failure Analysis, Safety Assurance, Engineering Calculations, Safety Training, Fall Protection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Psychological Association

      What is Qualitative Research?

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Research Design, Social Sciences, Interviewing Skills, Psychology, Analytical Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini for Google Cloud Learning Path

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Kubernetes, Generative AI, Big Data, Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud Computing, Cloud Development, DevOps, Cloud Security, Development Testing, Application Deployment, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI Agents, Application Lifecycle Management, Application Development, Network Planning And Design, Data Analysis, Security Engineering

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Oracle SQL Performance Tuning

      Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Performance Tuning, SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Stored Procedure, Database Management, Data Storage

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Single-Phase Pipe Hydraulics and Pipe Sizing

      Skills you'll gain: Hydraulics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Flow Diagrams, Process Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Liderazgo para el Siglo XXI: proyecto final

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Storytelling, Experimentation, Persistence, Leadership, Project Design, Innovation, Self-Awareness, Project Implementation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      313 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Prepare for AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Development, Microsoft Azure, Software Development, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Program Development, Azure DevOps, Application Deployment, Design Strategies, Virtual Machines, Data Storage

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Enterprise Data Architecture and Operations: SkillUp
    • Programmation pour tous (mise en route de Python): University of Michigan
    • دليل استخدام كانفا للمبتدئين: Coursera Project Network
    • Learning MEAN Stack by Building Real world Application: Board Infinity
    • Doing Business in Europe: ESCP Business School
    • Formwork for concreting: L&T EduTech
    • What is Qualitative Research?: American Psychological Association
    • Gemini for Google Cloud Learning Path: Google Cloud
    • Oracle SQL Performance Tuning: EDUCBA
    • Single-Phase Pipe Hydraulics and Pipe Sizing: L&T EduTech

    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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