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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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    Find the Best Instructional Design Course for Your Goals

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      EDUCBA

      Unreal Engine: Design & Control Game Materials for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Computer Graphic Techniques, Game Design, Animation and Game Design

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Business Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Communication, Writing, Organizational Skills, Concision, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Grammar, Communication, Editing, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies

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      Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

      The Future of Sports Media and Challenges Ahead

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Revenue Management, Innovation, Brand Management, Content Strategy, Augmented Reality, New Product Development, Digital Transformation, Storytelling, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Trend Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, People Analytics, Metadata Management, Game Theory, Digital Design, Artificial Intelligence, Open Source Technology, 3D Modeling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Canva Design Essentials Pt. 3: Docs, Video & AI Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Video Editing, Infographics, Style Guides, Content Creation, Multimedia, Photo Editing, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design

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      Skillshare

      Surface Pattern Design by Hand: Repeat Patterns on Paper

      Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Digital Design, Color Matching, Creativity, Adobe Photoshop

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Mastering Adobe Photoshop

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Generative AI, Graphic and Visual Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Computer Graphic Techniques, Digital Design, Typography, Color Theory, Editing, Photography

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Marketing Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Google Ads, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, Online Advertising, A/B Testing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Web Analytics, Digital Advertising, Facebook, Campaign Management, Marketing Analytics, Return On Investment, Performance Measurement

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      Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

      El futuro de los medios deportivos y los retos futuros

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Media and Communications, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Revenue Management, Brand Management, Trend Analysis, Content Strategy, Sustainability Reporting, Augmented Reality, New Product Development, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Game Theory, People Analytics, Metadata Management, Digital Design, Open Source Technology, 3D Modeling, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

      The Future of Sports Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Cultural Sensitivity, Customer Engagement, Revenue Management, Customer experience improvement, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Personalized Service, Brand Management, Price Negotiation, Customer Relationship Management, Business Modeling, Innovation, Content Strategy, User Experience Design, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Management, Artificial Intelligence, Metadata Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

      El futuro del marketing deportivo

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Customer Engagement, Cultural Sensitivity, Revenue Management, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Brand Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Customer experience improvement, Personalized Service, Business Modeling, Content Strategy, Customer Relationship Management, Innovation, Business Management, Price Negotiation, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Metadata Management, Artificial Intelligence, User Experience Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Watch Me Design a Pattern Collection: Creative Struggles

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Design Thinking, Design Strategies, Creativity, Design, Journals, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design

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      Northeastern University

      Data Management and Database Design Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Management, Data Warehousing, Database Design, SQL, Transaction Processing, Stored Procedure, Data Security, Disaster Recovery, Server Side, Data Encryption Standard, Data Integrity, Graph Theory

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Unreal Engine: Design & Control Game Materials for Beginners: EDUCBA
    • Business Writing: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Future of Sports Media and Challenges Ahead: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
    • Canva Design Essentials Pt. 3: Docs, Video & AI Tools: Skillshare
    • Surface Pattern Design by Hand: Repeat Patterns on Paper: Skillshare
    • Mastering Adobe Photoshop: Skillshare
    • Marketing Digital: Universidade de São Paulo
    • El futuro de los medios deportivos y los retos futuros: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
    • The Future of Sports Marketing : Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
    • El futuro del marketing deportivo: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    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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