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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Designing data-intensive applications

      Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Database Design, Scalability, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Unstructured Data, Transaction Processing, Databases, Systems Design, Big Data, Data Architecture, NoSQL, Data Processing, Maintainability, Software Design, SQL, Apache Hadoop

      4.3
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      39 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tel Aviv University

      Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part I - The Role of the State

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Tax, Economics, Sustainable Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Analysis, Technology Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      System Validation (3): Requirements by modal formulas

      Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Computational Logic, System Requirements, Data Validation, Functional Requirement, Systems Design, Theoretical Computer Science

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

      Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Materials science, Architecture and Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Design, Structural Engineering, Instrumental Music, Hydraulics, Geometry, Manufacturing Processes, Vibrations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Construction aspects of Steel Buildings

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Construction, Building Design, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Architectural Drawing, Industrial Design, Commercial Construction, Engineering Drawings, Technical Drawing, Engineering Design Process

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

      Beauty, Form & Function: An Exploration of Symmetry

      Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Geometry, Design Elements And Principles, Materials science, Chemistry, Art History, Architectural Design, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundations of Telehealth

      Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Health Technology, Health Systems, Health Care, Medical Billing, Clinic Management Systems, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care Administration, Telecommunications, Value-Based Care, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Communication Systems, Digital Transformation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Manage Data for an Online Grocer Using MySQL Workbench

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, MySQL Workbench, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Management, Data Manipulation, Data Migration, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Scalability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Duke University

      Increasing Real Estate Management Profits: Harnessing Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Financial Modeling, Business Process, Peer Review, Presentations, Property Management, Data Analysis, MySQL, Risk Analysis, Real Estate, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Analytics, SQL

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      244 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Github Copilot with Python: Creating Text Games

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Microsoft Copilot, Game Design, Software Design, Application Design, Unit Testing, Python Programming, GitHub, Development Environment, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      National Taiwan University

      工程圖學 3D CAD 專題

      Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Structural Engineering, Architectural Drawing, 3D Assets, Construction, Building Design, Computer-Aided Design, Architectural Design, Engineering Drawings

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Real-Time Project for Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Software Design, Verification And Validation, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Code Review, System Programming, Real Time Data, Performance Testing, Linux, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Debugging

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Designing data-intensive applications: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part I - The Role of the State: Tel Aviv University
    • System Validation (3): Requirements by modal formulas: EIT Digital
    • Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
    • Construction aspects of Steel Buildings: L&T EduTech
    • Beauty, Form & Function: An Exploration of Symmetry: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
    • Foundations of Telehealth: Johns Hopkins University
    • Manage Data for an Online Grocer Using MySQL Workbench: Coursera Project Network
    • Increasing Real Estate Management Profits: Harnessing Data Analytics: Duke University
    • Github Copilot with Python: Creating Text Games: 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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