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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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      Board Infinity

      GraphQL Mastery: From Fundamentals to Production

      Skills you'll gain: Application Programming Interface (API), Secure Coding, Cloud API, Cloud Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Database Development, Application Deployment, Node.JS, Database Management, Server Side, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Applications, Authentications

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Leading with Power Skills: Building Self-Awareness in Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Smart Goals, Personal Development, Professional Development, Goal Setting, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Team Leadership, Decision Making, Adaptability, Dealing With Ambiguity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Understanding the Healthcare Ecosystem

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Process Improvement, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Flow, Health Policy, Market Dynamics, Health Care, Health Administration, Stakeholder Analysis, Digital Transformation, Supply Chain Management, Innovation, Operational Efficiency, Organizational Structure, Information Technology, Business Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer du contenu pour les réseaux sociaux avec PicMonkey

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Instagram, Brand Loyalty, Content Creation, Customer Engagement, Graphic Design, Photo Editing, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Presentaciones Informativas con Powerpoint

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Multimedia, Verbal Communication Skills, Photo Editing, Productivity Software, Microsoft Office, Technical Communication, Editing, Social Media, Marketing, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Northeastern University

      Engaging in Service Innovation and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Organizational Strategy, Team Management, Culture Transformation, Service Management, Innovation, Service Design, Process Management, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Administration, Process Design, Continuous Improvement Process, Leadership, Empowerment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Motiff for Beginners: Crafting Simple UI Designs

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Adobe XD, Wireframing, Figma (Design Software), UI Components, Responsive Web Design, Usability Testing, Design, Design Software, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Digital Marketing Institute

      Digital Channel Planning Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Channel, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Automation, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, Content Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Communications, E-Commerce, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Demand Generation, Marketing Analytics, Customer Service, Web Applications

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Product R&D Teams

      Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Development, Responsible AI, Process Development, Ideation, Brainstorming, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Hebrew University of Jerusalem

      The Wonders and Challenges of Bible Education

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Pedagogy, Program Evaluation, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Storytelling, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Student Engagement, Working With Children, Ancient History, Social Studies, Discussion Facilitation, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Deploying an Open Source Cassandra™ Database using the GCP Marketplace

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Cassandra, Google Cloud Platform, Database Administration, Operational Databases, Query Languages, Database Design, Database Management

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create an Affinity Diagram Using Creately

      Skills you'll gain: Process Flow Diagrams, Ideation, Brainstorming, Cooperation, Teamwork, Creativity, Data Visualization, Creative Thinking, Organizational Skills, Productivity

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • GraphQL Mastery: From Fundamentals to Production: Board Infinity
    • Leading with Power Skills: Building Self-Awareness in Teams: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Understanding the Healthcare Ecosystem: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Créer du contenu pour les réseaux sociaux avec PicMonkey: Coursera Project Network
    • Crea Presentaciones Informativas con Powerpoint: Coursera Project Network
    • Engaging in Service Innovation and Management: Northeastern University
    • Motiff for Beginners: Crafting Simple UI Designs: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Digital Channel Planning Strategy: Digital Marketing Institute
    • GenAI for Product R&D Teams: Coursera Instructor Network
    • The Wonders and Challenges of Bible Education: Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    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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