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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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      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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      Edureka

      Programming with Golang

      Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Package and Software Management, Computer Programming, Web Development, Debugging, Software Design, Data Structures, Version Control

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      Rating, 2.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales

      Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Planning, Pedagogy, Planning, Social Justice, Education and Training, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Program Evaluation, Relationship Building, Community Development, Problem Solving, Innovation

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      124 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Introducción al análisis de sistemas de control con MATLAB

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, Systems Analysis, Simulations, Systems Design, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Project Management - Initiation and Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Feasibility Studies, Project Management Life Cycle, Contract Management, Change Control, Project Management, Change Management, Claims Processing, Project Planning, Organizational Structure, Project Implementation, Bidding

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Teoria Geral da Administração para Executivos

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Quality Management, Administration, Business Management, Business Administration, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership and Management, Operational Efficiency, Organizational Structure, Production Management, Systems Thinking, Lean Manufacturing, Knowledge Transfer

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Python Programming Essentials Training

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Application Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design, Data Structures, Software Installation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo usar Canva para maestros

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Teaching, Graphic Design, Creativity

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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Application of Health Equity Research Methods for Practice and Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Policy, Public Health, Community Health, Epidemiology, Patient Education and Support, Health Care, Research Design, Program Evaluation, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      GetVirtual: How to Launch Your Online Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Web Design and Development, Marketing, Workflow Management, Business Planning, E-Commerce, Project Management, Business Strategy, Business Process, Branding, Customer Relationship Management

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      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 Integration, Data Import/Export, Real Time Data, Data Transformation, Data Management, Data Architecture, Data Pipelines, SQL

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      Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      ARM Cortex (STM32) Deep Dive: Mastering Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Peripheral Devices, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Hardware Architecture, Data Structures, Debugging, Hardware Troubleshooting, Development Environment, Performance Tuning, Integrated Development Environments, C++ (Programming Language)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT: EIT Digital
    • Programming with Golang: Edureka
    • Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales: Universidad Austral
    • Introducción al análisis de sistemas de control con MATLAB: Universidad de los Andes
    • Project Management - Initiation and Planning: L&T EduTech
    • Teoria Geral da Administração para Executivos: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Python Programming Essentials Training: Simplilearn
    • Cómo usar Canva para maestros: Coursera Project Network
    • Application of Health Equity Research Methods for Practice and Policy : Johns Hopkins University
    • GetVirtual: How to Launch Your Online Business: University of California, Santa Cruz

    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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