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      Starweaver

      Mastering Endpoint Security & Threat Defense

      Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Threat Detection, Zero Trust Network Access, Cyber Threat Hunting, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, IT Security Architecture, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Anomaly Detection, System Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Machines

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Mastering Data Visualization with Matplotlib

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Graphing, Scatter Plots, Image Quality, NumPy, Histogram, Image Analysis

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Advanced SPFx & Power Platform: SharePoint Mastery

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft 365, Data Integration, Digital Transformation, React.js, Business Process Automation, Web Development Tools, Performance Tuning, Automation, Process Optimization, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Transformation, Integration Testing, Development Testing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Market Research Methods and Data Analysis Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Qualitative Research, Market Research, Quantitative Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Benchmarking, Data Presentation, Descriptive Statistics, Competitive Analysis, Analytical Skills, Research Design, Market Dynamics, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Reporting, Statistics, Data Collection, Data Analysis Software, Microsoft Excel, R Programming

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      EDUCBA

      PySpark: Apply & Evaluate Predictive ML Models

      Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Apache Spark, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Analytics, Random Forest Algorithm, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      GenAI for Cybersecurity: Blue Team

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Anomaly Detection, Computer Security Incident Management, Scripting, Cyber Operations, Event Monitoring, Network Analysis, Network Monitoring, Automation, Machine Learning Algorithms

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Advanced Cypress Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Scenario Testing, Testability, Software Testing, Integration Testing, Test Case, Test Automation, Acceptance Testing, Test Tools, Regression Testing, Test Planning, Test Execution Engine, Maintainability, Restful API, Security Testing, Test Data, Scalability, Debugging, Authentications, Compliance Reporting, Automation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Become a 3D Animator: Build Your Dream Animation Career

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Animations, Stress Management, 3D Modeling, Self-Motivation, Storyboarding, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Conceptual Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillsBooster Academy

      Generative AI for SEO: Be the #1 Answer in AI Search

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Competitive Analysis, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Market Research, Digital Media Strategy, Product Strategy, Marketing Materials

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp

      Using GenAI in Modern Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Application Development, Code Review, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Getting Started with Strapi and Content Types

      Skills you'll gain: Content Management Systems, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Content Management, TypeScript, UI Components, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Analytics and SEO, Node.JS, Web Applications, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Web Development Tools, Software Installation, Data Modeling

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Adobe Lightroom Essentials Pt. 2: Organizing & Masking Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Adobe Photoshop, File Management, Image Quality, Photography, Data Import/Export, Cloud Storage

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Mastering Endpoint Security & Threat Defense : Starweaver
    • Mastering Data Visualization with Matplotlib: EDUCBA
    • Advanced SPFx & Power Platform: SharePoint Mastery: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Market Research Methods and Data Analysis Certificate: Coursera Instructor Network
    • PySpark: Apply & Evaluate Predictive ML Models: EDUCBA
    • GenAI for Cybersecurity: Blue Team: LearnQuest
    • Advanced Cypress Testing: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Become a 3D Animator: Build Your Dream Animation Career: Skillshare
    • Generative AI for SEO: Be the #1 Answer in AI Search: SkillsBooster Academy
    • Using GenAI in Modern Software Development: SkillUp

    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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