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      LearnKartS

      Docker Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Microservices, DevOps, Application Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, Linux Administration, Development Environment, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Virtualization, Scalability, Command-Line Interface

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      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      LLM Application Engineering and Development Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Unstructured Data, Tensorflow, Semantic Web, Natural Language Processing, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining, Application Development, Benchmarking, Analytical Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Supervised Learning, Computer Programming Tools

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      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      Learning and memory in the brain: a guide for teachers

      Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Human Learning, Child Development, Teaching, Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Learning Strategies, Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Special Education, Human Development, Differentiated Instruction, Neurology, Diversity Awareness, Psychology

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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Unreal Engine 5 - The Complete Beginner's Course

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Video Game Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Virtual Environment, Animations, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Software Installation, Content Management, Event-Driven Programming, Scripting

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Building Products at Global Scale

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Technical Management, API Design, System Design and Implementation, Technical Product Management, Engineering Management, Program Management, Microservices, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Leadership and Management, Technology Roadmaps, Amazon Web Services

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      First Steps in Easil

      Skills you'll gain: Project Design, Promotional Materials, Marketing Materials, Presentations, Advertising, Graphic Design, Social Media Content, Marketing, User Accounts

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Material Components for Flutter Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), UI Components, Mobile Development, Google Cloud Platform, User Interface (UI), Cross Platform Development, Web Development, Network Security

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      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Advanced Framework Development and Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Jenkins, Selenium (Software), Test Automation, CI/CD, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Test Data, Software Testing, Test Case, Application Frameworks, Software Design Patterns

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Complete Cryptocurrency & Blockchain Course | Learn Solidity

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Game Design, Investments, Test Automation, Digital Assets, Development Testing, Cryptography, Program Development, Emerging Technologies, FinTech, Web Development Tools, Asset Management, Asset Protection, Transaction Processing, Javascript, Application Deployment

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Risk Response and Reporting Effectively

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Control, Risk Management, Compliance Reporting, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Continuous Monitoring, Data Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Stakeholder Communications

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Analyze Data in Azure ML Studio

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Jupyter, Microsoft Azure, Matplotlib, Feature Engineering, Scatter Plots, Data Analysis, Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Seaborn, Data Visualization Software, Correlation Analysis, Applied Machine Learning

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Docker Fundamentals: LearnKartS
    • LLM Application Engineering and Development Certification: Simplilearn
    • Learning and memory in the brain: a guide for teachers: University of Cambridge
    • Unreal Engine 5 - The Complete Beginner's Course: Packt
    • Building Products at Global Scale: Advancing Women in Tech
    • First Steps in Easil: Coursera Project Network
    • Material Components for Flutter Basics: Google Cloud
    • Advanced Framework Development and Integration: Packt
    • Platform Thinking for the Metaverse: Politecnico di Milano
    • Complete Cryptocurrency & Blockchain Course | Learn Solidity: 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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