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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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      Siemens

      Expedite – Skills for Industry: Future of Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Cultural Diversity, Technical Communication, Intercultural Competence, Engineering Management, Virtual Teams, Cultural Sensitivity, Data Ethics, Systems Engineering, Communication, Digital Transformation, Collaboration, Corporate Sustainability, Generative AI, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Digital Marketing Dynamics: Strategy & Case Studies

      Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Social Media, Content Performance Analysis, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Case Studies, Target Market, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Competitive Analysis, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Advertising Campaigns, Business

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Requirement Gathering and Analysis with GenAI Training

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, User Requirements Documents, Software Design Documents, Process Optimization, Requirements Elicitation, Workflow Management, User Story, Operational Efficiency, Prioritization, LLM Application, Strategic Prioritization, Customer Insights, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      SEO Audits: Find & Fix Common Website SEO Issues

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Auditing, Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Prioritization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Advanced Videography

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Video Production, Storyboarding, Videography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Photography, Storytelling, Design Reviews, Post-Production, Creativity

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of the Arts London

      Creative AI: Images and Media

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Image Analysis, Art History, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Aesthetics, Creativity, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Intellectual Property, Photography

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Advanced Videography: Documentary and Promo Editing

      Skills you'll gain: Videography, Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Video Editing, Design Reviews, Post-Production, Creativity

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Understand & Use AI – ChatGPT with Smart Prompting Tips

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Large Language Modeling, Writing, Target Audience, Content Creation, Artificial Intelligence, Social Media

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      SCCM Installation & Client Configuration

      Skills you'll gain: Active Directory, Software Installation, System Configuration, Microsoft Servers, Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Hyper-V, Enterprise Architecture, System Implementation, Configuration Management, IT Infrastructure, Mac OS, Virtual Machines, Microsoft Azure, System Requirements, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Financial Modeling Starbucks: Analyze & Forecast

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Operating Expense, Financial Statement Analysis, Revenue Forecasting, Business Metrics, Business Valuation, Financial Statements, Cash Flow Forecasting, Income Statement, Working Capital, Trend Analysis, Depreciation, Balance Sheet, Cash Flows

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Prometheus Monitoring: Configure & Visualize Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Interactive Data Visualization, Application Performance Management, Cloud-Native Computing, Authentications, Network Monitoring, DevOps, Amazon Web Services

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Security Management, Risk Management, Disaster Recovery, Governance, Business Continuity, Application Security, Information Management, Risk Appetite, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Configuration Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Security, Cloud Computing, Malware Protection, IT Management, Information Assurance, Test Planning

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Expedite – Skills for Industry: Future of Industry: Siemens
    • Digital Marketing Dynamics: Strategy & Case Studies: EDUCBA
    • Requirement Gathering and Analysis with GenAI Training: Simplilearn
    • SEO Audits: Find & Fix Common Website SEO Issues : Skillshare
    • Advanced Videography: Skillshare
    • Creative AI: Images and Media : University of the Arts London
    • Advanced Videography: Documentary and Promo Editing: Skillshare
    • Understand & Use AI – ChatGPT with Smart Prompting Tips: Skillshare
    • SCCM Installation & Client Configuration: Packt
    • Financial Modeling Starbucks: Analyze & Forecast: EDUCBA

    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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