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      Vanderbilt University

      Chat with Your Data: Generative AI-Powered SQL Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Database Management, Data Capture, Data Analysis, Debugging, Exploratory Data Analysis, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Databases, Data Quality

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Queen Mary University of London

      Introduction to Market Research

      Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Market Research, Data Collection, Research Design, Research Reports, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Research, Market Analysis, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Business Reporting, Business Ethics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Psychological Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Empowerment, Resilience, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Teamwork, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Relationship Building, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

      Impresión 3D

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Design, Prototyping, Design Software, Materials science, Simulation and Simulation Software

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Geographic Information Systems, Organizational Change, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Environmental Regulations, Geospatial Mapping, Culture Transformation, Environmental Resource Management, Sustainability Reporting, Spatial Data Analysis, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Leadership, Collaboration, Financial Analysis, Critical Thinking

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      Dartmouth College

      Engineering of Structures: Tension

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Construction, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Mechanics, Materials science, Applied Mathematics

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      WordPress 101 - The Complete Guide

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Cloud Hosting, Web Servers, Application Security

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Experiencing Design: Deepening Your Design Thinking Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Collaboration, Dealing With Ambiguity, Empathy, Adaptability, Qualitative Research, Data Visualization

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Sustainable Urban Water Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Stormwater Management, Water Sustainability, Water Resource Management, Hydrology, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Water Quality, Sustainable Design, Waste Minimization

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      Microsoft

      Automation and Scripting with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Git (Version Control System), Scripting, Version Control, Email Automation, Software Testing, Automation, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Performance Tuning, Productivity, File Management

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      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Blender to Unreal Engine - Become a Dungeon Prop Artist

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Animation and Game Design, UI Components, File Management, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Content Management, Animations, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Image Quality, Performance Tuning, Simulations

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      SkillUp

      Power BI Data Analyst Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Power BI, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Star Schema, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, Data Security

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Chat with Your Data: Generative AI-Powered SQL Data Analysis: Vanderbilt University
    • Introduction to Market Research: Queen Mary University of London
    • Psychological Safety: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Impresión 3D: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
    • Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future: University of Michigan
    • Engineering of Structures: Tension: Dartmouth College
    • WordPress 101 - The Complete Guide: Packt
    • Experiencing Design: Deepening Your Design Thinking Practice: University of Virginia
    • Sustainable Urban Water Systems: Politecnico di Milano
    • Automation and Scripting with Python: Microsoft

    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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