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      Vanderbilt University

      Trustworthy Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Risk Management Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Human Machine Interfaces

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      779 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Introduction to Virtual Reality

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Unity Engine, Virtual Environment, Application Design, Display Devices, Technical Design, Human Computer Interaction, Computer Graphics, Human Factors

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Conflict Resolution Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Social Skills, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Mediation, De-escalation Techniques, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Cooperation, Collaboration, Planning, Decision Making

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Responsive Web Design

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Human Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Usability, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Wireframing, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Structures, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build Your Portfolio Website with HTML and CSS

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Hosting, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, GitHub, Web Servers, Web Content, Web Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      University of Leeds

      Foundations of Software Testing and Validation

      Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Test Planning, Verification And Validation, Acceptance Testing, System Testing, Unit Testing, Functional Testing, Usability Testing, Integration Testing, Performance Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      396 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Professional Resume using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Development, Graphic Design, Keyword Research, Personal Development, Detail Oriented

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      893 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting

      Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Presentations, Ingenuity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Composure, Social Skills, Professionalism, Active Listening, Optimism, Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      334 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to Basic Game Development using Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, Game Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Animation and Game Design, Interactive Design, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Mechanics of Materials III: Beam Bending

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Schematic Diagrams, Mathematical Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      952 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Chile

      El desafío de Innovar en la Educación Superior

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Teaching, Higher Education, Innovation, Student Engagement, Classroom Management, Program Evaluation, Student-Centred Learning, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development

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

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      Stanford University

      Game Theory II: Advanced Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Bidding, Social Sciences, Resource Allocation, Political Sciences, Economics, Behavioral Economics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Probability & Statistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      650 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Trustworthy Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Introduction to Virtual Reality: University of London
    • Conflict Resolution Skills: University of California, Irvine
    • Responsive Web Design: University of London
    • Build Your Portfolio Website with HTML and CSS: Coursera Project Network
    • Foundations of Software Testing and Validation: University of Leeds
    • Build a Professional Resume using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Basic Game Development using Scratch: Coursera Project Network
    • Mechanics of Materials III: Beam Bending: Georgia Institute of Technology

    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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