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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Fast Typing Game using Java Swing

      Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Data Structures, Video Game Development, Java Programming, Java, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Development Environment, Program Development

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Arizona State University

      Resolving and Transforming Conflict

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Expectation Management, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Follow Through, Problem Solving, Honesty, Emotional Intelligence, Creative Problem-Solving, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Canva para estudiantes universitarios

      Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Planning, Graphic Design, Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design Software, Collaboration

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Get started with Piktochart

      Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Social Media Content, Social Media, Graphic Design, Marketing Design, Marketing Materials, Data Visualization, Content Marketing, User Accounts, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Simplilearn

      Search Engine Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Google Ads, Google Analytics, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Information Architecture, Content Strategy, Content Creation, User Experience

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Board Infinity

      Mastering Test Management and Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Test Tools, Test Planning, Configuration Management, Test Automation, Software Configuration Management, Test Execution Engine, Software Testing, Test Case, Application Lifecycle Management, Release Management, Verification And Validation, Risk Management, Performance Testing, Issue Tracking, Change Control, Risk Management Framework

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Digital Media and Strategic Planning in Technology Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Analysis, Digital Media Strategy, Web Analytics and SEO, Business Modeling, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Business Strategy, Market Analysis, Content Marketing, Paid media, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Google Ads, Video Production

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Universidad de los Andes

      Fundamentos de TypeScript

      Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Javascript, Scripting Languages, Data Structures, Web Development Tools, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Functional Design

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Preview
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      Scrimba

      Build a Mobile App with Firebase

      Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, Debugging, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Mobile Development, Database Application, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Responsive Web Design, Real Time Data, User Interface (UI), Javascript, Data Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
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      Free Trial
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      University of Minnesota

      Accelerate: Professional Development with an Advanced Degree

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Project Management, Storytelling, Intercultural Competence, Communication Strategies, Professional Development, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Professional Networking, Cultural Diversity, Strategic Planning, Collaboration, Public Speaking, Smart Goals, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Planning, Leadership, Time Management

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Foundations of IT Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Information Technology, Operating Systems, Web Applications, Collaborative Software, Computer Literacy, Python Programming, Application Development, Microsoft Office, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      EDUCBA

      ITIL V4 Explanation of Service Value System & its Components

      Skills you'll gain: Customer experience improvement, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, Service Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Service Design, Agile Methodology, Governance, IT Management, Innovation, Process Improvement and Optimization, Automation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Build a Fast Typing Game using Java Swing: Coursera Project Network
    • Resolving and Transforming Conflict : Arizona State University
    • Canva para estudiantes universitarios: Coursera Project Network
    • Get started with Piktochart : Coursera Project Network
    • Search Engine Optimization: Simplilearn
    • Mastering Test Management and Tools: Board Infinity
    • Digital Media and Strategic Planning in Technology Markets: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Fundamentos de TypeScript: Universidad de los Andes
    • Build a Mobile App with Firebase: Scrimba
    • Accelerate: Professional Development with an Advanced Degree: 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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