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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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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Sonidos digitales: síntesis y procesamiento en el computador

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Software Development Tools, Digital Design, Computer Programming Tools, Multimedia, Vibrations, Algorithms

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Organizational Concepts and Language

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Business Strategy, Accounting, Analytical Skills, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Business Communication, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Innovation, Product Lifecycle Management, Financial Statements

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      AI Enhancement with Knowledge Graphs - Mastering RAG Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Graph Theory, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Query Languages, Data Visualization Software, Unstructured Data, Database Management Systems, Development Environment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Calidad en la atención clínica

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Health Care, Care Coordination, Patient Education and Support, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Technology, Collaboration, Professional Development, Lifelong Learning, Teamwork

      4.2
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      AngularJS for Beginners: Getting Started

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Development Environment, Program Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript, Front-End Web Development, Model View Controller, UI Components, Web Development

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Amazon Web Services

      Amazon Lex Getting Started

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, Software Architecture, Technical Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Java Programming Fundamentals and Object-Oriented Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Eclipse (Software), Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Software Installation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Lausanne

      HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Public Health, Health Equity, Health Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Systems Thinking, Community Health, Spatial Analysis, Simulations, Governance, Policy Development, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Health Assessment, Systems Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Environmental Issue, Environment, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Lean Product Portfolio Management

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Enterprise Architecture, Product Management, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Strategy, User Research, Scalability, Design Thinking, Lean Methodologies, Project Portfolio Management, Governance, Product Development, Product Roadmaps, User Centered Design, Business Modeling, Product Flow Diagram, Customer experience strategy (CX), Resource Management, Brand Management

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Get Started with Wrike

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Timelines, Collaborative Software, Milestones (Project Management), Dashboard, Workflow Management, Organizational Structure, Scheduling, User Accounts, Project Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      EDUCBA

      Introduction to Modern Web Development with ASP.NET Core

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Model View Controller, ASP.NET, OAuth, Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Services, Authentications, Unit Testing, C# (Programming Language), Web Applications, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), Software Testing, Data Access, Data Migration, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Data Validation

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Crafting AI Identities: Strategies & Ethical Considerations

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Data Ethics, Information Privacy, Persona (User Experience), User Research, Persona Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Experience Design, User Experience Design, Artificial Intelligence, Accountability, Human Centered Design, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, User Centered Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Sonidos digitales: síntesis y procesamiento en el computador: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Organizational Concepts and Language: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • AI Enhancement with Knowledge Graphs - Mastering RAG Systems: Packt
    • Calidad en la atención clínica: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • AngularJS for Beginners: Getting Started: Coursera Project Network
    • Amazon Lex Getting Started: Amazon Web Services
    • Java Programming Fundamentals and Object-Oriented Concepts: Packt
    • HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS: University of Lausanne
    • Lean Product Portfolio Management: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Get Started with Wrike: 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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