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      Microsoft

      Web Development Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Semantic Web, Javascript, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Data Storage Technologies, Application Security, User Interface (UI), Data Validation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Advanced SHRM Competencies and Knowledge

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Acquisition, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Recruitment Strategies, Human Resource Strategy, Leadership Development, HR Tech, Talent Sourcing, Organizational Change, Intercultural Competence, Communication, Executive Recruitment, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Organizational Effectiveness, Workforce Development, Innovation, Team Building, Change Management, Employee Onboarding, Interviewing Skills

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      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Construction Practices in Metro Rails

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, HVAC, Transportation Operations, Electrical Systems, Structural Engineering, Sustainable Development, Emerging Technologies, Building Design, Architectural Design, Structural Analysis

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Creative Coding for Designers Using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Generative AI, Simulations, Computer Graphics, Python Programming, Creative Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Data Visualization and Reporting with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Infographics, Data Visualization Software, Business Reporting, Data Ethics, Storytelling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management - 3

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Computer Architecture, Embedded Software, Computer Programming, Program Development, Data Structures, Linux, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Infosec

      NIST DoD RMF

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Federal Information Security Management Act, NIST 800-53, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cyber Risk, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Information Privacy, Information Systems

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Create Beautiful Imagery with Midjourney AI

      Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Image Quality, Generative AI, Adobe Photoshop, AI Personalization, Content Creation, User Accounts, Multimedia

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Data-Driven Systems: DBMS, SQL & Data Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Systems, Database Theory, MongoDB, Database Development, Database Management Systems, Databases, Data Modeling, Database Architecture and Administration, NoSQL, Relational Databases, Unified Modeling Language, SQL, Data Integrity, Data Management, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Conceptual Design

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon Web Services

      Capstone: Following the AWS Well Architected Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Security, Operational Excellence, Reliability, Solution Architecture, Corporate Sustainability, Performance Tuning, Operational Efficiency, Cost Reduction, Security Strategy, Operational Analysis, System Requirements, Site Reliability Engineering, Scalability, Cost Management, Disaster Recovery, Interviewing Skills

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Manage Agile Workflows with Product Roadmaps in Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Workflow Management, Agile Methodology, Agile Product Development, Product Management, Business Priorities, Collaborative Software, Product Strategy, Project Design, Performance Measurement, Team Management, Business Metrics

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      SkillUp

      Generative AI: Revolutionizing the Product Owner Role

      Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Responsible AI, Google Gemini, Product Management, Artificial Intelligence, Product Development, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Web Development Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • Advanced SHRM Competencies and Knowledge: Board Infinity
    • Construction Practices in Metro Rails: L&T EduTech
    • Creative Coding for Designers Using Python: University of Michigan
    • Data Visualization and Reporting with Generative AI: Microsoft
    • C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management - 3: Dartmouth College
    • NIST DoD RMF: Infosec
    • Create Beautiful Imagery with Midjourney AI: Packt
    • Data-Driven Systems: DBMS, SQL & Data Modeling: Northeastern University
    • Capstone: Following the AWS Well Architected Framework: Amazon Web Services

    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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