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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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      Packt

      Appraisal Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Constructive Feedback, Employee Performance Management, People Management, Conflict Management, Professionalism, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Goal Setting

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Real-Time Big Data Access using HBase: Boosting Performance

      Skills you'll gain: Operational Databases, NoSQL, Real Time Data, Query Languages, Scalability, Database Design, Application Deployment, Big Data, Data Manipulation, Performance Tuning, Data Modeling, Distributed Computing, Data Storage Technologies, Data Processing, Disaster Recovery

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      DevSecOps

      Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Secure Coding, DevOps, IT Security Architecture, Cloud-Native Computing, Azure DevOps, Software Architecture, Security Engineering, Hardening, Software Design, Kubernetes, Microsoft Azure, Cybersecurity, Web Applications, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Containerization, API Design, Software Engineering, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Git (Version Control System)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Azure: AI-Powered Cloud Optimization Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Cloud Management, Data Ethics, Microsoft Azure, OpenAI, Cloud Security, Scalability, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, CI/CD, Performance Tuning, Anomaly Detection

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      캡스톤 : 소프트웨어 제품 관리 실전 프로젝트

      Skills you'll gain: Sprint Planning, Agile Software Development, Product Demonstration, Agile Methodology, Requirements Analysis, Agile Project Management, Risk Management, Virtual Environment, Product Requirements, Product Management, Customer Communications Management, Presentations, User Story, Team Management

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Slides - Español

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Google Workspace, Graphic and Visual Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Zoho Corporation

      Key Skillsets for a Sales Representative

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Sales Training, Sales, Closing (Sales), Sales Strategy, Sales Management, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Communication, Business Software, Business Writing, Overcoming Objections, Collaboration, Presentations, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Value Propositions, Critical Thinking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Java EE Essentials: Best Practices for Enterprise Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Secure Coding, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Software Design, Java, Object Oriented Design, Enterprise Application Management, Enterprise Architecture, Model View Controller, Authentications, Application Servers, Application Security, Scalability, Software Architecture, System Monitoring, Code Review, Authorization (Computing), Debugging, Programming Principles

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Getting Started with Chef Cookbooks

      Skills you'll gain: Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Unit Testing, Verification And Validation, Development Testing, Software Installation, Infrastructure Architecture, Devops Tools, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, System Support, Maintainability, Configuration Management, Package and Software Management, Automation, Command-Line Interface, Data Maintenance, Development Environment, Ruby (Programming Language), Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Core Game Setup and Basic Horror Mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Game Design, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, User Interface (UI)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer du contenu marketing pour LinkedIn avec Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Marketing Design, LinkedIn, Marketing Materials, Promotional Materials, Content Creation, Social Media Content, User Accounts, Data Visualization, Digital Content, Professional Development, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Build a Developer Portfolio with SvelteKit & Sanity CMS

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Software Design, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Content Management Systems, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Application Deployment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Appraisal Skills: Packt
    • Real-Time Big Data Access using HBase: Boosting Performance: LearnQuest
    • DevSecOps: Macquarie University
    • GenAI for Azure: AI-Powered Cloud Optimization Strategies: Coursera Instructor Network
    • 캡스톤 : 소프트웨어 제품 관리 실전 프로젝트: University of Alberta
    • Gemini in Google Slides - Español: Google Cloud
    • Key Skillsets for a Sales Representative: Zoho Corporation
    • Java EE Essentials: Best Practices for Enterprise Solutions: Board Infinity
    • Getting Started with Chef Cookbooks: Whizlabs
    • Core Game Setup and Basic Horror Mechanics: Packt

    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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