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    Find the Best Instructional Design Course for Your Goals

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Systems Biology and Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Quantitative Research, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis, Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Technology, Scientific Methods, Physiology, Differential Equations, Computational Logic, Biochemistry, Network Analysis, Biology

      4.4
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Full-Stack Developer

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, GitHub, C# (Programming Language), HTML and CSS, Load Balancing, Continuous Integration, Git (Version Control System), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Authentications, ASP.NET, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Development, Debugging, SQL, Application Deployment, Microsoft Copilot, .NET Framework, Graph Theory

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Principles of Software Design

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Design, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Performance Testing, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API), Development Testing

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Big Data Modeling and Management Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Big Data, Data Management, Database Management Systems, Real Time Data, NoSQL, Database Design, Apache Hadoop, Data Structures, Scalability, Virtual Environment

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Mindware: Critical Thinking for the Information Age

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Experimentation, Critical Thinking, Research Design, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Probability, Correlation Analysis, Adaptability

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

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      Duke University

      MLOps | Machine Learning Operations

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Pandas (Python Package), AWS SageMaker, NumPy, Microsoft Azure, Application Deployment, Responsible AI, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Containerization, Data Pipelines, CI/CD, DevOps, Cloud Computing, Python Programming, Machine Learning, GitHub, Big Data, Data Management, Data Analysis

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      511 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Olay

      Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Quality Control, Product Development, Packaging and Labeling, Quality Assurance, Laboratory Equipment, Prototyping, Product Quality (QA/QC), New Product Development, Laboratory Procedures, Statistical Process Controls, Product Design, Good Manufacturing Practices, Laboratory Testing, Quality Management, Product Testing, Chemistry, Safety Standards, Personal Care, Microbiology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      478 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Client Needs and Software Requirements

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Management, Functional Requirement, Business Requirements, Product Requirements, Backlogs, User Requirements Documents, Scope Management, Change Control, User Story, System Requirements, Client Services, Acceptance Testing, Agile Software Development, Prioritization

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

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      EIT Digital

      Development of Secure Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Operating Systems, Network Architecture, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Web Services, Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Wireless Networks, Threat Modeling, System Programming, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, C (Programming Language), Real Time Data

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Communication in the 21st Century Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Communication, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Virtual Teams, Cognitive flexibility, Digital Communications, Empathy

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edge Impulse

      Introduction to Embedded Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Data Processing, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Computer Programming

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      739 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Toronto

      iOS App Development with Swift

      Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Swift Programming, iOS Development, Model View Controller, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), Application Design, Application Development, Objective-C (Programming Language), UI Components, Animations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Frameworks, Interaction Design, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Graphics, Persistence

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Systems Biology and Biotechnology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Microsoft Full-Stack Developer: Microsoft
    • Java Programming: Principles of Software Design: Duke University
    • Big Data Modeling and Management Systems: University of California San Diego
    • Mindware: Critical Thinking for the Information Age : University of Michigan
    • MLOps | Machine Learning Operations: Duke University
    • Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients: Olay
    • Client Needs and Software Requirements : University of Alberta
    • Development of Secure Embedded Systems: EIT Digital
    • Communication in the 21st Century Workplace: University of California, Irvine

    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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