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      Coursera Project Network

      Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Data Access, Database Software, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Problem Solving

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      333 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Search and Display Advertising

      Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Online Advertising, Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Advertising, Contextual Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Paid media, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Automation, Bidding, Automation, A/B Testing, Consumer Behaviour, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      97 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yonsei University

      Smart Device & Mobile Emerging Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Mobile Development, Apple iOS, Display Devices, Business Planning, Product Planning, Android (Operating System), Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Communication Systems, Business Strategy, Network Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Operating Systems, Digital Communications, Peripheral Devices, Market Trend, Network Architecture, Global Positioning Systems, Market Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      476 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Creating a Portfolio Using Weebly

      Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, System Configuration

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad de Palermo

      E-commerce Academy

      Skills you'll gain: E-Commerce, Branding, Entrepreneurship, Sales, Social Media, Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Payment Systems, Web Design and Development, Logistics, User Experience, Market Trend

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Austral

      Modalidades organizacionales ágiles en base a la Metodología Scrum

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Organizational Change, Agile Methodology, Culture Transformation, Business Transformation, Agile Project Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Continuous Improvement Process, Complex Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      140 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      EDUCBA

      MongoDB: The Complete Guide to NoSQL Database Development

      Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, Restful API, API Design, NoSQL, Database Development, Node.JS, Query Languages, Database Management, Distributed Computing, Database Design, Database Architecture and Administration, Performance Tuning, Data Architecture, Scalability, Data Modeling, Data Validation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Customer Journey Mapping

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Customer Insights, AI Personalization, Customer Analysis, ChatGPT, Customer experience strategy (CX), Real Time Data, Persona Development, Design Thinking, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Analysis, Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to 3D Printing with Metals

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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Culminating Project in Health Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Informatics, Health Care, Systems Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Health Care Administration, Technical Communication, Requirements Analysis, Data Access

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Google Chat

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Productivity Software, Business Communication, Communication, Spreadsheet Software, Project Management, File Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Project Development in Python

      Skills you'll gain: DevOps, Agile Methodology, Docker (Software), Project Management, Technical Communication, Prometheus (Software), Business Requirements, Jira (Software), Requirements Elicitation, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Collaboration, Communication, Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries: Coursera Project Network
    • Search and Display Advertising: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Smart Device & Mobile Emerging Technologies: Yonsei University
    • Creating a Portfolio Using Weebly: Coursera Project Network
    • E-commerce Academy: Universidad de Palermo
    • Modalidades organizacionales ágiles en base a la Metodología Scrum: Universidad Austral
    • MongoDB: The Complete Guide to NoSQL Database Development: EDUCBA
    • GenAI for Customer Journey Mapping: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to 3D Printing with Metals: University of Michigan
    • Culminating Project in Health Informatics: Johns Hopkins University

    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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