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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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      IBM

      Architecting Applications for IBM Z and Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Containerization, Restful API, Event-Driven Programming, DevOps, Data Integration, z/OS, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Microservices, Enterprise Architecture, IBM Cloud, Application Lifecycle Management, Application Design, Systems Integration, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Software Architecture

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Introducción a la Robótica e Industria 4.0

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Robotic Process Automation, Automation, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Virtual Environment, Programming Principles

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Una Salud: la salud humana, animal y de los ecosistemas

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Environmental Science, Epidemiology, Food Safety and Sanitation, Sustainable Development, Biology, Research and Design, Microbiology, Innovation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      إنشاء user stories بأستخدام Trello

      Skills you'll gain: Issue Tracking, Timelines, Design, Graphic Design, File Management, Collaborative Software, Data Management

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo Usar Canva para Crear Diseños de Redes Sociales

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Style Guides, Video Production, Data Import/Export, Content Creation, Branding, Animations, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Photography, Typography, Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Power Pages for Beginners: Create Website for Your Company

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, No-Code Development, Data Integration, HTML and CSS, UI Components, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Content Management

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Designing Breakthrough Advertisements: Basics to Begin

      Skills you'll gain: Copywriting, Advertising, Marketing Materials, Promotional Materials, Marketing Design, Writing, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design, Typography, Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Creativity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Paralegals: Streamlining Legal Drafting

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Legal Research, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Workflow Management, Operational Efficiency, Prompt Engineering, Automation, Document Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Security, Verification And Validation, Quality Control

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dassault Systèmes

      xDesign Assemblies and Exam Level Part Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Assembly Drawing, Mechanical Design, Technical Design, Mechanical Engineering

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Programming with C#

      Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Restful API, Unity Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), .NET Framework, C++ (Programming Language), Video Game Development, ASP.NET, Object-Relational Mapping, Software Engineering, Web Services, Application Development, Software Design Patterns, Database Management, Programming Principles, C (Programming Language)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Evolução na Carreira de Liderança

      Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Organizational Structure, Performance Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Adaptability, Decision Making

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Creating Engaging Content for Facebook

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Campaigns, Drive Engagement, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Workflow Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Architecting Applications for IBM Z and Cloud: IBM
    • Introducción a la Robótica e Industria 4.0: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Una Salud: la salud humana, animal y de los ecosistemas: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • إنشاء user stories بأستخدام Trello: Coursera Project Network
    • Cómo Usar Canva para Crear Diseños de Redes Sociales: Coursera Project Network
    • Power Pages for Beginners: Create Website for Your Company : Coursera Project Network
    • Designing Breakthrough Advertisements: Basics to Begin: University of Colorado Boulder
    • GenAI for Paralegals: Streamlining Legal Drafting: Coursera Instructor Network
    • xDesign Assemblies and Exam Level Part Modeling: Dassault Systèmes
    • Programming with C#: Simplilearn

    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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