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      The State University of New York

      Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success

      Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Professional Development, Data Ethics, Computer Literacy, Education Software and Technology, Computer Security Awareness Training, Technology Solutions, Creativity, Digital Communications, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Collaboration, Communication

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to UX/UI Design

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Wireframing, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Emerging Technologies, Prototyping, Software Development Life Cycle

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

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      Xbox

      Xbox Product Manager

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Product Planning, User Interface (UI), Competitive Analysis, Product Roadmaps, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Stakeholder Management, Market Research, Product Management, Design Thinking, AI Product Strategy, Mockups, Consumer Behaviour, Usability Testing, Wireframing, Market Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Strategy, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Xi'an Jiaotong University

      .Net平台下的软件开发技术

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, ASP.NET, SQL, C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Relational Databases, .NET Framework, Program Development, Operating Systems, System Testing, Database Design, Database Management, Debugging, Databases, Microsoft Visual Studio, User Interface (UI) Design, Web Development, Programming Principles, UI Components, Computer Programming

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Clinical Trials Analysis, Monitoring, and Presentation

      Skills you'll gain: Sample Size Determination, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Patient Safety, Bayesian Statistics, Data Presentation, Communication

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      The Business of Product Management II

      Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Customer Retention, Financial Analysis, Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Strategy, Innovation, Revenue Management, Financial Statements, Agile Methodology, Customer experience strategy (CX), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Continuous Improvement Process

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      229 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Foundations of Coding Back-End

      Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Engineering Software, C# (Programming Language), Version Control, Software Engineering, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      AutoCAD 2023 Masterclass - Produce Amazing Site Plans

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, Technical Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Computer-Aided Design, Architectural Design, Construction, Data Import/Export, File Management, Design

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Olay

      Cosmetic Product Development

      Skills you'll gain: Product Development, Packaging and Labeling, Prototyping, New Product Development, Product Design, Customer Analysis, Production Process, Sustainable Design, Product Testing, Manufacturing Processes, Product Quality (QA/QC), Consumer Behaviour, Market Research, Innovation, Chemistry, Regulatory Compliance, Market Trend

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Total Rewards & the Role of Compensation & Benefits

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Benefits Administration, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Retention, Organizational Strategy, Performance Management

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

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      Adobe

      Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Promotional Strategies, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Target Audience, Digital Advertising, Promotions and Campaigns, Marketing Effectiveness, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Customer Relationship Management, Advertising, Customer Acquisition Management, Target Market, Customer Engagement, Content Creation

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Project Management: Creating the WBS

      Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Project Estimation, Organizational Structure, Scope Management, Project Coordination, Project Management Software, Project Management, Google Sheets, Standard Operating Procedure

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success: The State University of New York
    • Introduction to UX/UI Design: IBM
    • Xbox Product Manager: Xbox
    • .Net平台下的软件开发技术: Xi'an Jiaotong University
    • Clinical Trials Analysis, Monitoring, and Presentation: Johns Hopkins University
    • The Business of Product Management II: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Foundations of Coding Back-End: Microsoft
    • AutoCAD 2023 Masterclass - Produce Amazing Site Plans: Packt
    • Cosmetic Product Development: Olay
    • Total Rewards & the Role of Compensation & Benefits: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    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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