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    Instructional design courses can help you learn how to create effective learning experiences using educational theory, technology, and learner-centered strategies.

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      LearnQuest

      Advanced Blockchain Architectures

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Interoperability, Network Architecture, Systems Architecture, Solution Architecture, Software Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Cryptography, Identity and Access Management, Emerging Technologies, Encryption, Systems Integration, Solution Design, Technology Strategies, Scalability, Threat Management, Security Testing, Requirements Analysis, Prototyping

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      إدارة المواهب

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Talent Management, Recruitment Strategies, Workforce Development, Employee Training, Recruitment, Constructive Feedback, Succession Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Talent Pipelining, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Organizational Structure, Branding

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

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      American Council on Exercise

      Goal Setting for Personal Trainers

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Patient Education And Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Active Listening, Coaching, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Patient Evaluation, Diversity Awareness, Health Assessment, Behavior Management, Interpersonal Communications, Safety Training, Professionalism, Cultural Responsiveness, Relationship Building

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Managing Databases - End to End Web Development

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, API Design, Restful API, MongoDB, Performance Tuning, Authentications, Relational Databases, Database Management, Databases, NoSQL, Authorization (Computing), Secure Coding, Data Management, SQL, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Advanced IoT Systems Integration and Industrial Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Automation, Embedded Software, Real Time Data, Systems Integration, Emerging Technologies, Interoperability, Data Security, Cloud Services, Predictive Modeling, Scalability

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      Learn HTML Forms

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Responsive Web Design, Web Design, Interactive Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Browser Compatibility, Web Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      中國園林文學 (二) (Chinese Garden Literature (2))

      Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Public History, Art History, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Creativity, Storytelling, Writing, Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Construction Aspects of Formwork

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Estimating, Structural Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Construction Inspection, Engineering Practices, Architectural Drawing, Failure Analysis, Cost Estimation, Safety Training, Fall Protection, Safety Assurance

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea wireframes digitales con Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Figma (Design Software), Collaborative Software, Prototyping, User Flows, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Information Architecture

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Looker Developer - Qwik Start

      Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Data Modeling, Database Design, Query Languages, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      Power BI Desktop - Query Editor Master Data Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Data Transformation, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Business Intelligence, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Security, Data Management, Data Integrity, Data Cleansing, Software Installation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Advanced Blockchain Architectures: LearnQuest
    • إدارة المواهب : University of Michigan
    • Build a Mobile App with Firebase: Scrimba
    • Goal Setting for Personal Trainers: American Council on Exercise
    • Managing Databases - End to End Web Development: Board Infinity
    • Advanced IoT Systems Integration and Industrial Applications: LearnQuest
    • Learn HTML Forms: Scrimba
    • 中國園林文學 (二) (Chinese Garden Literature (2)): National Taiwan University
    • Construction Aspects of Formwork: L&T EduTech
    • Crea wireframes digitales con Figma: Coursera Project Network

    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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