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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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      Whizlabs

      Machine Learning Implementation and Operations in AWS

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), AWS SageMaker, Amazon Web Services, Scalability, Machine Learning, Technical Design, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Security, Data Management, Disaster Recovery, Data Security

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Introduction to Six Sigma Training

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Process Optimization, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Process Mapping, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Product Quality (QA/QC), Waste Minimization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Root Cause Analysis, Product Development, Risk Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Tasks and Lists with ClickUp

      Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Time Management, Productivity, Organizational Skills, User Accounts

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Connected Leadership: Building Collaborative Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Leadership, Management Training And Development, Teamwork, Trustworthiness, People Management, Collaboration, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Empathy, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting, Communication, Adaptability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create your UX portfolio with Adobe Portfolio

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Creative Cloud, Web Content, Digital Publishing, Content Creation, Content Management, Multimedia, User Experience Design

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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Anuncios para las Redes Sociales con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Video Editing, Social Media Content, Social Media, Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Content Creation, Advertising, Marketing Materials, Animations, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California San Diego

      Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Variables and Nested Loops

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computational Thinking, Student Engagement, Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Program Development, Animation and Game Design, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Design, Algorithms, Brainstorming

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Cyber Security: Data Security and Information Privacy

      Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability, Data Ethics, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cyber Risk, Data Governance, Data Encryption Standard, Security Management, Security Software, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Data Access, Security Strategy, NIST 800-53

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Becoming a Language Friendly Teacher

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Responsiveness, Education Software and Technology, Cultural Diversity, Multilingualism, Student Engagement, Teaching, Parent Communication, Language Learning, Instructional Strategies, Child Development, Working With Children

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Advanced Angular Development

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Deployment, Web Development Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Application Design, Server Side, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Performance Tuning

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Getting There and Going Beyond

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Concept Of Operations, Global Positioning Systems, Engineering Design Process, Control Systems, Human Factors, System Testing, Communication Systems, Wireless Networks, Structural Engineering, Thermal Management, Physical Science, Electric Power Systems, Environmental Monitoring, Mechanics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Educación superior y emprendimiento

      Skills you'll gain: Training Programs, Training and Development, Higher Education, Entrepreneurship, Teaching, Course Development, Sustainable Development, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Innovation, Problem Solving, Community Development, Collaboration, Creativity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Machine Learning Implementation and Operations in AWS: Whizlabs
    • Introduction to Six Sigma Training: Simplilearn
    • Create Tasks and Lists with ClickUp: Coursera Project Network
    • Connected Leadership: Building Collaborative Teams: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Create your UX portfolio with Adobe Portfolio: Coursera Project Network
    • Crea Anuncios para las Redes Sociales con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Variables and Nested Loops: University of California San Diego
    • Cyber Security: Data Security and Information Privacy: Macquarie University
    • Becoming a Language Friendly Teacher: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Advanced Angular Development: LearnQuest

    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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