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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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      Packt

      Learn the Art and Science of PCB Design with Eagle

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Schematic Diagrams, Electronics, Software Installation, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Design Software, Technical Design, Computer-Aided Design, Manufacturing and Production, System Configuration, File Management

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      كيف تخلق تصاميم وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي باستخدام كانفا

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Motion Graphics, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Content Creation, Graphic Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California San Diego

      Teaching Impacts of Technology: Relationships

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Student Engagement, Algorithms, Diversity Awareness, Pedagogy, Facebook, Mathematics Education, Instructional Strategies, Programming Principles, Teaching, Data Storage, Education and Training, Software Engineering, Geographic Information Systems, Lesson Planning, Computer Science, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Social Network Analysis, User Experience

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Object-Oriented Programming and Java Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen Methodology, Statistical Analysis, Process Improvement, Process Capability, Quality Management, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis, Customer Analysis, Regression Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Colorado System

      Game Development with GameMaker

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Debugging, Animations, Programming Principles, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Computer Graphics, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), No-Code Development, Other Programming Languages, Software Design Patterns, Software Installation, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Computer Programming

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Goodwill Industries International

      Building Your Community Resources

      Skills you'll gain: Training Programs, Relationship Building, Course Development, Community Development, Community Outreach, Research, Workplace inclusivity, Curriculum Planning, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Planning, Collaboration, Surveys, Data Mapping, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Chip Design with Open-Source EDA Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Design, Technical Design, Semiconductors, Computer-Aided Design, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Open Source Technology, Schematic Diagrams

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      AI-Enhanced Presentations Captivating Audiences with TOME

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, AI Personalization, Document Management, Graphic and Visual Design, Content Performance Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Creating Trust & Support

      Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Team Building, Team Motivation, Team Management, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Honesty, Relationship Building, Empathy, Collaboration, Professional Development, Storytelling, Mindfulness

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Las organizaciones en el siglo XXI y su relevancia social

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Conflict Management, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Social Sciences, Psychology, Innovation, Culture, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Digital Media and Strategic Planning in Technology Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Analysis, Digital Media Strategy, Web Analytics and SEO, Business Modeling, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Business Strategy, Market Analysis, Content Marketing, Paid media, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Google Ads, Video Production

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Learn the Art and Science of PCB Design with Eagle: Packt
    • كيف تخلق تصاميم وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي باستخدام كانفا: Coursera Project Network
    • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Relationships: University of California San Diego
    • Object-Oriented Programming and Java Fundamentals: Packt
    • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training: Simplilearn
    • Game Development with GameMaker: University of Colorado System
    • Building Your Community Resources: Goodwill Industries International
    • Introduction to Chip Design with Open-Source EDA Tools: Coursera Instructor Network
    • AI-Enhanced Presentations Captivating Audiences with TOME: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Creating Trust & Support: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    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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