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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Desarrollo de aplicaciones móviles con Android

      Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Android Studio, Java, Mobile Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Android (Operating System), Mockups, Java Programming, Application Deployment, Application Design, Application Development, Mobile Development Tools, Software Design Patterns, JSON, Cloud Applications, Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Lifecycle Management, User Interface (UI), Instagram

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      McMaster University

      Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.

      Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Productivity, Cardiology, Stress Management, Time Management, Adaptability, Human Musculoskeletal System, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Mental Health, Goal Setting

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Art & Activity: Interactive Strategies for Engaging with Art

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Learning Styles, Learning Strategies, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Analytical Skills, Writing

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Hacia una práctica constructivista en el aula

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Education Software and Technology, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning, Learning Theory, Student Engagement, Collaborative Software, Program Evaluation, Interpersonal Communications, Learning Styles, Cultural Diversity

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Positive Psychology: Character, Grit and Research Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research Design, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking, Persistence, Program Evaluation, Case Studies, Tenacity, Psychological Evaluations, Surveys, Data Collection, Reliability, Descriptive Statistics, Interviewing Skills

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      HEC Paris

      Devenir entrepreneur du changement

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Sustainable Business, Project Implementation, Project Design, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Visionary, Creative Problem-Solving, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Action Oriented, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Software Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, JUnit, Verification And Validation, Unit Testing, Test Case, Test Automation, Development Testing, Test Planning, Code Coverage, Software Quality Assurance, Functional Testing, Testability, Integration Testing, Test Data, Issue Tracking

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to Business

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Keyword Research, Financial Acumen, Business Strategy, People Development, Digital Marketing, Cash Management, Strategic Leadership, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Leadership and Management, Content Marketing, Leadership Development, Budget Management, Accounting, Storytelling

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Disability Inclusion in Education: Building Systems of Support

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Visual Impairment Education, Developmental Disabilities, Special Education, Instructional Strategies, Student Support and Services, Educational Materials, Teaching, Social Justice, Pedagogy, Differentiated Instruction, Instructional Design, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Curriculum Development, Working With Children

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Archaeoastronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Architectural Design, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Social Studies, Architecture and Construction, World History, Physical Science, Cultural Diversity

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Semiconductor Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Materials science, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations

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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Fundamentals of Network Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, OSI Models, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Communication Systems, Network Routing, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, General Networking, Computer Networking, System Programming, Data Integrity

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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

    • Desarrollo de aplicaciones móviles con Android: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.: McMaster University
    • Art & Activity: Interactive Strategies for Engaging with Art: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Hacia una práctica constructivista en el aula: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Positive Psychology: Character, Grit and Research Methods: University of Pennsylvania
    • Devenir entrepreneur du changement: HEC Paris
    • Introduction to Software Testing: University of Minnesota
    • Introduction to Business: University of California, Irvine
    • Disability Inclusion in Education: Building Systems of Support : University of Cape Town
    • Archaeoastronomy: Politecnico di Milano

    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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