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      Board Infinity

      Java Development Deep Dive

      Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Model View Controller, Java Programming, Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Application Design, Java, Enterprise Architecture, Authentications, Application Servers, Application Security, Scalability, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Application Frameworks, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Extensible Markup Language (XML), OS Process Management, Performance Tuning

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      用 Python 做商管程式設計(三)(Programming for Business Computing in Python (3))

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Visualization, Matplotlib, Web Scraping, Business Logic, Machine Learning, Operational Analysis, Business Analytics, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Business Economics, User Interface (UI) Design, Computational Thinking, UI Components, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundations of Distributed Database Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Scalability, Database Design, Database Management Systems, Database Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Databases, Relational Databases, SQL, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Data Integrity

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      UBITS

      UX writing para principiantes

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience, User Experience Design, User Research, UI/UX Research, UI/UX Strategy, User Centered Design, Copywriting, Driving engagement, Content Creation, Web Content, Diversity and Inclusion, Storytelling, Writing, Design Thinking, Concision

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Clemson University

      Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Centered Design, Human Computer Interaction, Machine Learning, Environmental Issue, Machine Learning Methods, Qualitative Research, Prototyping

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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Flush Out a Feature on Coursera in Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Kanban Principles, Mockups, Data Import/Export, Project Management, Collaborative Software, Ideation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Teaching, Self-Awareness, Classroom Management, Storytelling, Adult Education, Parent Communication, Resilience, Cultural Responsiveness, Stress Management, Community Development, Collaboration, Liberal Arts

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      153 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Tecnologías para la Innovación Educativa

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Technology Solutions, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Technology Strategies, Higher Education, Solution Design, Trend Analysis

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      Beginner · 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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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Getting Started with Technology Startups

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Innovation, Engineering Management, Strategic Thinking, Technology Strategies, New Business Development, Business Strategies, Business Modeling, Organizational Strategy, Gap Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Engineering, Market Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

      Designing the Future of Finance

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Financial Inclusion, Financial Services, Mobile Banking, Banking Services, Data Sharing, Financial Regulation, Financial Systems, Application Programming Interface (API), Financial Data, Banking, Payment Systems, International Finance, API Design, Finance, Interoperability, Open Source Technology, Regulatory Requirements, Strategic Thinking, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      CertNexus

      Address Business Issues with Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Business Priorities, Business Analysis, Case Studies, Stakeholder Management, Project Design, Business, Data Science, Business Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy

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

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

    • Java Development Deep Dive: Board Infinity
    • 用 Python 做商管程式設計(三)(Programming for Business Computing in Python (3)): National Taiwan University
    • Foundations of Distributed Database Systems: Johns Hopkins University
    • UX writing para principiantes: UBITS
    • Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence: Clemson University
    • Flush Out a Feature on Coursera in Miro: Coursera Project Network
    • Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Tecnologías para la Innovación Educativa: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Data-Driven Systems: DBMS, SQL & Data Modeling: Northeastern University
    • Getting Started with Technology Startups: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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