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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 Minnesota

      The Ideation Process

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Process Mapping, Sprint Planning, Business Analysis, User Research, AI Product Strategy, Interviewing Skills, Value Propositions, Customer Insights, Prioritization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Build and Configure an Integration using Application Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Applications, Application Design, Software Design, Data Integration, Systems Integration, Cloud Computing

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Virginia

      اجتماع النهج الرشيق (Agile) والتفكير التصميمي

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Product Development, Agile Methodology, Design Thinking, User Research, Product Development, User Centered Design, Interviewing Skills, Usability Testing, Innovation, Team Oriented, Persona Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Métodos de casos para decisiones estratégicas

      Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Research, Problem Solving, Verbal Communication Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Decision-Making, Communication, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Collaboration, Team Oriented

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Einführung in Easil für Soziale Medien

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Storytelling, Instagram, Content Creation

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Creating Derived Tables Using LookML

      Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Database Development, Database Design, Data Modeling, SQL, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Illinois Tech

      Data Modeling and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Database Management Systems, Database Design, Database Architecture and Administration, Databases, Relational Databases, SQL, Data Modeling, Query Languages, Data Integrity, Data Manipulation, Data Security

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Lean Enterprise Framework: Transform the Business Model

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, New Product Development, Design Thinking, Product Development, Product Management, Business Modeling, Product Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Product Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Value Propositions, Performance Measurement, Portfolio Management, Customer Insights, Business Metrics, Customer experience improvement, Business Strategy, Lean Methodologies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Visualización de datos efectiva

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Infographics, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, User Experience Design, Multimedia, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Information Architecture, Timelines, Collaborative Software, Design Elements And Principles

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Engaging in Enterprise Growth and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: User Centered Design, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Design Thinking, Service Design, Solution Design, Business Strategy, Business Development, Growth Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Product Strategy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Designing and Querying Bigtable Schemas

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Google Cloud Platform, NoSQL, Data Access, Big Data, Command-Line Interface

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Whizlabs

      Design and Implement Processes and Communications

      Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Continuous Delivery, Collaborative Software, Process Driven Development, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Integration, Application Performance Management, Version Control

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • The Ideation Process: University of Minnesota
    • Build and Configure an Integration using Application Integration: Google Cloud
    • اجتماع النهج الرشيق (Agile) والتفكير التصميمي: University of Virginia
    • Métodos de casos para decisiones estratégicas: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Einführung in Easil für Soziale Medien: Coursera Project Network
    • Creating Derived Tables Using LookML: Google Cloud
    • Data Modeling and Applications: Illinois Tech
    • Lean Enterprise Framework: Transform the Business Model: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Visualización de datos efectiva: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Engaging in Enterprise Growth and Innovation: Northeastern 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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