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Instructional Design Courses

Instructional design courses can help you learn curriculum development, assessment strategies, and learner engagement techniques. You can build skills in creating effective learning experiences, utilizing multimedia resources, and evaluating instructional effectiveness. Many courses introduce tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, and learning management systems, which support the design and delivery of educational content.


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Popular Instructional Design Courses and Certifications


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    Google Cloud

    Developing APIs with Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform

    Skills you'll gain: OAuth, API Gateway, API Design, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud API, Continuous Deployment, CI/CD, Application Lifecycle Management, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Continuous Integration, Application Security, Middleware, Software Documentation, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Data Security, JSON

    4.7
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    2.9K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Pensamiento sistémico

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Social Studies, Case Studies, Cognitive flexibility, Network Model, Control Systems

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Coursera

    Build a Professional Resume using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Development, Graphic Design, Keyword Research, Business Writing, Content Creation, Personal Development, Detail Oriented, Recruitment

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    927 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Microsoft

    Data Analysis and Visualization with Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Power BI, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Reporting, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    998 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    学会如何学习:帮助你掌握复杂学科的强大智力工具(Learning How to Learn)

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Collaboration, Productivity, Willingness To Learn, Human Learning, Mental Concentration, Time Management, Creativity, Growth Mindedness, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.7K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Software Testing and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cucumber (Software), Software Testing, Selenium (Software), Gherkin (Scripting Language), JUnit, Verification And Validation, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Security Testing, Regression Testing, System Testing, Test Case, Software Development Tools, Testability, White-Box Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Performance Testing, Development Testing

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Skillshare

    Master Adobe InDesign

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe InDesign, Typography, Layout Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Style Guides, Automation, Data Import/Export, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Technical Documentation, File Management

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Executive Presence, Conflict Management, Social Skills, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Collaboration, Empathy, Team Management, Team Leadership, Relationship Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Strategic Planning, Workforce Development, Business Communication, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Work Smarter with Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Microsoft Office, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Microsoft Windows, Editing, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Agile Leadership: Introduction to Change

    Skills you'll gain: Business Transformation, Change Management, Leadership Development, Organizational Change, Agile Methodology, Team Leadership, Leadership, Team Management, Organizational Structure, Adaptability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Mindware: Critical Thinking for the Information Age

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Experimentation, Critical Thinking, Research Design, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Probability, Correlation Analysis, Adaptability

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative worlds, emerging technologies, and global audiences

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, User Experience Design, Driving engagement, Content Creation, Storyboarding, Animation and Game Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Design Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Qualitative Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    962 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Developing APIs with Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform: Google Cloud
  • Pensamiento sistémico: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Build a Professional Resume using Canva: Coursera
  • Data Analysis and Visualization with Power BI: Microsoft
  • 学会如何学习:帮助你掌握复杂学科的强大智力工具(Learning How to Learn): Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Software Testing and Automation: University of Minnesota
  • Master Adobe InDesign: Skillshare
  • Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace: Coursera
  • Work Smarter with Microsoft PowerPoint: Microsoft
  • Agile Leadership: Introduction to Change: University of Colorado System

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