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      Johns Hopkins University

      Excellence in Online Teaching

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Adult Education, Higher Education, Instructional Design, Motivational Skills, Diversity Awareness, Relationship Building, Technology Strategies, Professional Development, Collaboration, Cultural Responsiveness, Constructive Feedback

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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Python: A Guided Journey from Introduction to Application

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Matplotlib, Generative AI, NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Machine Learning Algorithms, Object Oriented Design, Applied Machine Learning, Integrated Development Environments, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming, Machine Learning, Development Environment, Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Conflict Management For Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, De-escalation Techniques, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Composure, Tactfulness, Expectation Management, Social Skills, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Empathy, Communication, Follow Through, Strategic Planning, Contingency Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Programación Orientada a Objetos con Python

      Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Software Testing, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Software Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming

      4.1
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      277 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar

      Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Learning Strategies, Peer Review, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Concept Of Operations, Information Architecture, Critical Thinking, Constructive Feedback, Education Software and Technology, Organizational Skills, Technical Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      411 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Design and Develop a Website using Figma and CSS

      Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Prototyping, Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado System

      Grant Writing for Health Researchers

      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Sample Size Determination, Grant Applications, Proposal Writing, Biostatistics, Writing, Clinical Research Ethics, Editing, Statistical Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Data Analysis, Clinical Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Reporting, Medical Science and Research, Research Design, Literacy, Planning, Science and Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Value-Based Care, Health Policy, Data Quality, Spreadsheet Software, Analysis, Patient-centered Care, Data Analysis Software, Public Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      198 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Basic Game Development with Levels using Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Program Development, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Application Development, Problem Solving, Design, Computer Science

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Northwestern University

      Luther and the West

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, European History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Project Management: Life cycle and project planning

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Project Planning, Scope Management, Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Timelines, Organizational Skills, Organizational Structure, Resource Management

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      103 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Essentials of Sensory Science

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Product Testing, Laboratory Testing, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Laboratory Experience, Food and Beverage, Consumer Behaviour, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Case Studies, Quality Assurance, Physiology, Research Design, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Nutrition and Diet, Target Market, Human Factors, Anatomy, Product Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Excellence in Online Teaching: Johns Hopkins University
    • Python: A Guided Journey from Introduction to Application: Arizona State University
    • Conflict Management For Everyone: Arizona State University
    • Programación Orientada a Objetos con Python: Universidad Austral
    • Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Design and Develop a Website using Figma and CSS: Coursera Project Network
    • Grant Writing for Health Researchers: University of Colorado System
    • Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Basic Game Development with Levels using Scratch: Coursera Project Network
    • Luther and the West: Northwestern University

    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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