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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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      University of Michigan

      Muestreo de personas, redes y registros

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Sample Size Determination, Data Collection, Surveys, Statistical Methods, Quantitative Research, Probability & Statistics, Research Design, Statistical Software

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Co-creation and challenge-based learning in Higher Education

      Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Lifelong Learning, Higher Education, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Professional Development, Self-Starter, Adaptability, Collaboration

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Introduction to Computing Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Computational Logic, Computer Systems, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Hardware, Computational Thinking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Customer Satisfaction Survey with Typeform

      Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, User Feedback, Customer experience improvement, Customer Insights, User Accounts, Marketing, Business

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      The Ultimate SQL Bootcamp: Zero to Hero in 9 Hours

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Analysis, Business Analytics

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Complete Interview Prep: Foundations, GD & Domain Interviews

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Adaptability

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea una propuesta de negocio con Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Price Negotiation, Presentations, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Content Creation, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      Avoiding AI Harm

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Social Justice, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Validation, Informed Consent, Verification And Validation, Diversity and Inclusion, Mitigation, Algorithms, Data Science

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Teaching Impacts of Technology: Global Society

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Blockchain, Data Ethics, Teaching, Emerging Technologies, Computer Networking, Internet Of Things, Instructional Strategies, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Information Privacy, Encryption, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Design Brainstorming diagrams for businesses with Creately

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, User Accounts, Process Design, Business Process Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Team Building

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      OpenCL Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Performance Tuning, C++ (Programming Language), Embedded Software, System Programming, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Application Development, C (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Program Development, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Business Cards with a QR Code in Photoshop

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Graphical Tools, Graphic Design, Color Theory, Typography, Design Elements And Principles

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Muestreo de personas, redes y registros: University of Michigan
    • Co-creation and challenge-based learning in Higher Education: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Introduction to Computing Systems: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Create a Customer Satisfaction Survey with Typeform: Coursera Project Network
    • The Ultimate SQL Bootcamp: Zero to Hero in 9 Hours: Packt
    • Complete Interview Prep: Foundations, GD & Domain Interviews: Board Infinity
    • Crea una propuesta de negocio con Visme: Coursera Project Network
    • Avoiding AI Harm: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Global Society: University of California San Diego
    • Design Brainstorming diagrams for businesses with Creately: Coursera Project Network

    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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