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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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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Program Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Program Management, Planning, Engineering Management, Generative AI, Technical Management, Project Planning, Engineering Software, Project Risk Management, Workflow Management, Agile Methodology, Predictive Modeling, Risk Management, Systems Development Life Cycle, Analytics, Business Ethics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      AI Content Creation with DALL-E: Visual SEO Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Blogs, Search Engine Optimization, Content Strategy, Web Content, Content Creation, Keyword Research, ChatGPT, Web Analytics and SEO

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Edureka

      Mastering AI: Neural Nets, Vision System, Speech Recognition

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Probability & Statistics, Image Analysis, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning, Plotly, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Inference

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Artificial Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Logic, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Decision Tree Learning, Taxonomy, Decision Support Systems, Strategic Decision-Making, Text Mining, Bayesian Statistics, Information Architecture, Game Design, Complex Problem Solving, Algorithms, Probability & Statistics

      Build toward a degree

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Estructuras y gestión de bases de datos con MySQL

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Management, SQL, Database Design, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Query Languages, Stored Procedure, Data Integrity, Data Manipulation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edureka

      Rust Programming Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Development Environment, Package and Software Management, Web Development Tools, Software Design Patterns, Web Development, System Programming, Debugging, Program Development, Performance Tuning, Command-Line Interface, Data Structures

      3.4
      Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Platform Thinking for the Metaverse

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Innovation, Technology Strategies, Virtual Environment, Business Transformation, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Technology Solutions, Digital Transformation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      GO Programming for Everyone: Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Unit Testing, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Software Testing, Computer Science, C (Programming Language), Integration Testing, Debugging, System Programming, Software Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Introducción a la Robótica e Industria 4.0

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Robotic Process Automation, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Data Ethics, Manufacturing and Production, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Engineering, Data Processing, Data Capture, Programmable Logic Controllers, Cybersecurity, Prototyping, Algorithms, Electronic Components

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Psychological Association

      Basic Inferential Statistics for Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Sample Size Determination, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Data Analysis, Statistics, Analytical Skills, Data Literacy, Regression Analysis, Psychology, Research Design, Research

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Networking in Google Cloud: Network Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, General Networking, Network Routing, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Network Analysis, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Firewall, Load Balancing, Network Performance Management, Scalability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      تصيميم قصص الفيسبوك والانستغرام باستخدام كانفا (Canva)

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Advertising, Instagram, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Social Media, Social Media Content, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • GenAI for Program Managers: Coursera Instructor Network
    • AI Content Creation with DALL-E: Visual SEO Strategy: Coursera Project Network
    • Mastering AI: Neural Nets, Vision System, Speech Recognition: Edureka
    • Artificial Intelligence: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Estructuras y gestión de bases de datos con MySQL: Meta
    • Rust Programming Essentials: Edureka
    • Platform Thinking for the Metaverse: Politecnico di Milano
    • GO Programming for Everyone: Part 2: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Introducción a la Robótica e Industria 4.0: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Basic Inferential Statistics for Psychology: American Psychological Association

    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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