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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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      Skillshare

      Intermediate After Effects

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Video Editing, Post-Production, Musical Composition, Video Production, Timelines, Graphic Design, Scripting

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Hands-on Python for Networking Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Network Engineering, Network Troubleshooting

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Spring Boot Web Development with Java

      Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Apache Maven, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Model View Controller, Unit Testing, Microservices, Application Development, Redis, Restful API, YAML, Java, Java Programming, MongoDB, Application Deployment, Application Design, NoSQL, Ajax, Hibernate (Java), Software Testing

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Pearson

      Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 1

      Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Infrastructure, Network Planning And Design, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Administration, Network Performance Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Behavior-Driven Development, Risk Management, Release Management, Test Driven Development (TDD), Application Deployment, Stakeholder Management, Data Validation, Software Testing, CI/CD, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Quality Assurance, Systems Analysis, Software Systems, Product Lifecycle Management, Systems Thinking, Data Modeling, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Automation, Digital Transformation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Hult International Business School

      THRIVE with AI: Mastering AI for Leadership Growth & Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Productivity, Operational Efficiency, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Agile Project Management, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Rust Basics and Core Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Software Installation, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Command-Line Interface

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pearson

      Getting Started with Containers

      Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Computing, Microservices, Network Troubleshooting, Data Storage, Network Planning And Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillsBooster Academy

      ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, DeepSeek: Marketing Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Marketing, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Strategic Marketing, Content Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Digital Marketing, Persona Development, Social Media Campaigns, Content Creation, Automation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Analytics, Graphic and Visual Design, Creativity, Natural Language Processing, Personal Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Python Basics and Core Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Development Environment, Scripting Languages, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Style Guides

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      AI Agents in Healthcare and Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Agentic systems, Data Ethics, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Product Strategy, Health Technology, AI Personalization, Health Systems, Generative AI, Solution Design, Predictive Modeling, Real Time Data

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Self-Care Essentials: Embrace & Nurture the Real You

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Goal Setting, Persistence, Empowerment, Personal Development, Planning, Creativity, Positivity, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Motivation, Action Oriented, Mindfulness, Productivity, Prioritization, Visionary, Digital Design, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Creative Thinking

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Intermediate After Effects: Skillshare
    • Hands-on Python for Networking Professionals: Packt
    • Spring Boot Web Development with Java: EDUCBA
    • Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 1: Pearson
    • Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies : IBM
    • THRIVE with AI: Mastering AI for Leadership Growth & Innovation: Hult International Business School
    • Rust Basics and Core Concepts: Packt
    • Getting Started with Containers: Pearson
    • ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, DeepSeek: Marketing Tools: SkillsBooster Academy
    • Python Basics and Core Concepts: Packt

    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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