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      University of California San Diego

      Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Growth Mindedness, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Network Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Technical Communication, Development Testing, User Interface (UI), Software Testing, Computer Programming, Adaptability, Object Oriented Design, Performance Tuning, Algorithms, Problem Solving

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Introductory C Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Testing, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Pseudocode, Simulations, System Programming, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Development, Software Engineering, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Development Environment, User Interface (UI), Problem Solving, Software Design

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Cross Platform Development, Responsive Web Design, UI/UX Strategy, Human Centered Design, Web Design, Usability, Artificial Intelligence, Design Thinking, Usability Testing, User Research, Prototyping, Professional Development

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Hebrew University of Jerusalem

      Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, System Design and Implementation, Technical Design, Software Design, Program Development, Debugging, Verification And Validation, Development Environment

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Python Project for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Jupyter, Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Data Science, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Collection

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IIT Bombay

      Design Thinking and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Ideation, Prototyping, Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, Product Design, Innovation, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Empathy, User Feedback, Product Development, Customer experience improvement

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      3D CAD Fundamental

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Software Installation, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Machine Learning in Production

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Validation, Feature Engineering, Data Quality, Debugging, Continuous Monitoring, Data Pipelines

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SAP

      SAP Technology Consultant

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Cloud Computing Architecture, Stakeholder Engagement, Consulting, Systems Design, Relationship Management, Business Consulting, Cloud Computing, Technical Design, Solution Design, User Feedback, Product Strategy, Technical Consulting, Customer Engagement, Cybersecurity, System Implementation, Professional Networking, Project Management, SAP Applications, Test Planning

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IE Business School

      Marketing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Surveys, Marketing Planning, Market Research, Business Research, Product Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Value Propositions, Market Analysis, Marketing, Business Planning, Marketing Channel, Peer Review, Product Strategy, Target Market, Research Design, Data Analysis, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategies, Research Reports

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Wind Energy

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, High Voltage, Systems Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Electrical Power, Structural Analysis, Financial Analysis, Environmental Monitoring, Failure Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Predictive Modeling, Geospatial Information and Technology

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      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Software Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Software Design, Web Design and Development, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Development Environment, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Application Deployment, Programming Principles, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Software Documentation, Python Programming

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond: University of California San Diego
    • Introductory C Programming: Duke University
    • Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs: Google
    • Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris (Project-Centered Course): Hebrew University of Jerusalem
    • Python Project for Data Science: IBM
    • Design Thinking and Innovation: IIT Bombay
    • 3D CAD Fundamental: National Taiwan University
    • Machine Learning in Production: DeepLearning.AI
    • SAP Technology Consultant: SAP
    • Marketing Strategy: IE Business School

    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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