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      Universidad de Palermo

      Inteligencia Artificial Aplicada al Derecho

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Writing, Legal Strategy, Prompt Engineering, Legal Research, ChatGPT, Legal Risk, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Verification And Validation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Network Function Virtualization

      Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Computer Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Performance Management, Linux, Network Security, Performance Tuning, Scalability

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Biodiseño respondiendo a retos complejos

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Solution Design, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Human Centered Design, Creativity, Technical Communication, Biology, Usability Testing, Environmental Issue, Prototyping, Visual Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Salesforce Introduction and Setup

      Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Software As A Service, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Salesforce Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Data Quality, Data Modeling, Data Integration, Business Process Automation, Data Cleansing, Data Management, Process Design, User Accounts, Dashboard, Automation, Identity and Access Management, Business Reporting, Data Security, Cloud Computing

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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep DP-600: Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Microsoft Azure, Data Lakes, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Modeling, Data Governance, Data Warehousing, Data Analysis, Analytics, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Import/Export, Data Integration, Real Time Data, Data Transformation, Data Management, Data Architecture, Data Pipelines, SQL

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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Foundations of Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Analytics, Digital Marketing, Keyword Research, Apache Hadoop, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Digital Advertising, Return On Investment, Machine Learning Methods, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Automation, Predictive Modeling

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Semiconductor Packaging Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Process Control, Quality Assurance, Semiconductors, Verification And Validation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Standards, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Product Testing, Thermal Management, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Reliability

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Practical Python: Start Your Programming Journey

      Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Debugging, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Pseudocode, Game Design, Interactive Design, Design and Product, Algorithms, Computer Science

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Initier et planifier des projets

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Conflict Management, Project Documentation, Project Planning, Project Management, Project Coordination, Influencing, Organizational Structure, Communication Strategies

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, System Requirements, Software Engineering, System Testing, Software Development, Verification And Validation, Integration Testing, Performance Testing, Secure Coding, Cloud-Based Integration, Systems Integration, IT Security Architecture, System Implementation, Requirements Analysis, Innovation, Encryption, Algorithms

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Advanced Communication Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Teamwork, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Business Communication, Intercultural Competence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Negotiation, Stakeholder Communications, Business Leadership, Professional Development, Team Performance Management, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Active Listening, Brainstorming

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Inteligencia Artificial Aplicada al Derecho: Universidad de Palermo
    • Network Function Virtualization: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Biodiseño respondiendo a retos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Salesforce Introduction and Setup: LearnKartS
    • Salesforce Integration: University of California, Irvine
    • Exam Prep DP-600: Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer: Whizlabs
    • Foundations of Digital Marketing: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Semiconductor Packaging Manufacturing : Arizona State University
    • Practical Python: Start Your Programming Journey : Duke University
    • Initier et planifier des projets: University of California, Irvine

    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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