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      The State University of New York

      Communication and Leadership during a Public Health Crisis

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Crisis Intervention, Active Listening, Empathy

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Design and Implementation of Digital Health Interventions

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Health Technology, Digital Transformation, User Centered Design, Technology Strategies, Medical Privacy, Health Informatics, Health Policy, Regulatory Compliance, Technology Solutions, Data Security, Healthcare Ethics

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Product Strategy and Roadmapping

      Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, AI Product Strategy, Product Strategy, User Story, Product Management, Stakeholder Management, Product Requirements, New Product Development, Responsible AI, Innovation, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Cloud Platforms, Market Research, Prioritization

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

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      Xbox

      Designing with GenAI and Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Design Reviews, Peer Review, Game Design, Generative AI, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic Design, Responsible AI, Adobe Photoshop, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Design Strategies, Design Research, Oral Expression, Prompt Engineering, Creativity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Innovate with ANSYS Simulation Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Materials science

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to 3D Printing with Metals

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Augmented Reality, 3D Modeling, Materials science, Mechanical Design, Industrial Design, Production Process, Process Engineering

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

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Storyboard using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Storytelling, Canva (Software), Graphical Tools, Animations, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Design and Product, Business, Marketing

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      Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

      Desenvolvimento Ágil com Java Avançado

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Selenium (Software), Web Applications, Java, JUnit, Data Access, Agile Methodology, Software Testing, Application Development, Test Automation, Database Development, Software Design Patterns

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Basics of Electrical Protection System

      Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Substation, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, High Voltage, Basic Electrical Systems, Low Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Three-Phase, Coordination

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

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Arte 3D y animación en videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Game Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Computer Graphics, Music, Aesthetics

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Build an Executive Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Relationship Management, Collaboration, Professional Networking, Business Leadership, Professional Development, Brand Awareness, Return On Investment, Leadership, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Assertiveness, Communication, Adaptability

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      مهارات العمل الجماعي: التواصل الفعّال في مجموعات

      Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Innovation, Team Building, Collaboration, Creativity, Interpersonal Communications, Diversity Awareness, Communication, Virtual Teams, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Decision Making

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Communication and Leadership during a Public Health Crisis: The State University of New York
    • Design and Implementation of Digital Health Interventions : Imperial College London
    • Product Strategy and Roadmapping: Microsoft
    • Designing with GenAI and Capstone Project: Xbox
    • Innovate with ANSYS Simulation Tools: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to 3D Printing with Metals: University of Michigan
    • Create a Storyboard using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Desenvolvimento Ágil com Java Avançado: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
    • Basics of Electrical Protection System: L&T EduTech
    • Arte 3D y animación en videojuegos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    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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