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      Packt

      CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) Crash Course

      Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, Network Monitoring, OSI Models, Routing Protocols, Software-Defined Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Computer Networking, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Administration, Network Routers, Local Area Networks, Hardening, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Intrusion Detection and Prevention

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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Excel Formulas, Generative AI, Data Pipelines, Data Ethics, Data Processing, Debugging, Microsoft Excel, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, SQL, Integrated Development Environments

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Foundations of Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Network Protocols, Programming Principles, Software Development, Automation, Analysis, Cloud Computing, Debugging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      111 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      تطوير الألعاب باستخدام برنامج Unity: تصميم لعبة جري لا نهائي

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI), C# (Programming Language), Scripting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Using Data for Healthcare Improvement

      Skills you'll gain: Run Chart, Qualitative Research, Pareto Chart, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Care Management, Health Informatics, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Data Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Internet of Things Capstone: Build a Mobile Surveillance System

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Unit Testing, System Testing, Software Design Documents, Software Development, Technical Communication, Software Documentation, Mobile Development, System Design and Implementation, Embedded Systems, Innovation, Creative Design

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Intermediate Web and Front-End Development

      Skills you'll gain: Webpack, Search Engine Optimization, Web Development Tools, Web Analytics and SEO, Performance Tuning, Build Tools, Debugging, Front-End Web Development, Test Automation, Development Testing, Performance Testing, Software Development Tools, WordPress, Javascript

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Berkeley

      Master of Advanced Study in Engineering Degree Preview

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Electronics, Civil Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Control Systems, Manufacturing and Production, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Semiconductors, Sustainable Design, Engineering, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Computer Engineering, Climate Change Mitigation, Automation, Emerging Technologies

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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Build SAP Apps with CDS Views, OData Services & Fiori UI

      Skills you'll gain: Application Design, Data Integration, Development Environment, Service Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Analytics Project Ideation

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Simulations, Exploratory Data Analysis, Experimentation, Research Design, Business Analytics, Operations Research, Project Design, Customer Analysis, A/B Testing, Data Mining, Business Analysis, Analytical Skills, Ideation, Advanced Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Design Thinking, Process Mapping, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Legal Foundations for Entrepreneurs

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Entrepreneurship, Business, Commercial Laws, Labor Law, Business Management, Contract Management, Staff Management, New Business Development, Organizational Structure, Corporate Tax

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      82 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Build a Two Screen Flutter Application

      Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Cross Platform Development, Mobile Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Application Design, Web Design and Development, iOS Development, Android Studio, UI Components

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) Crash Course: Packt
    • Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI: Microsoft
    • Foundations of Computer Science: LearnQuest
    • تطوير الألعاب باستخدام برنامج Unity: تصميم لعبة جري لا نهائي: Coursera Project Network
    • Using Data for Healthcare Improvement: Imperial College London
    • Internet of Things Capstone: Build a Mobile Surveillance System: University of California San Diego
    • Intermediate Web and Front-End Development: IBM
    • Master of Advanced Study in Engineering Degree Preview : University of California, Berkeley
    • Build SAP Apps with CDS Views, OData Services & Fiori UI: Board Infinity
    • Analytics Project Ideation: University of Minnesota

    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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