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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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    Coursera

    Finite Element Analysis Convergence and Mesh Independence

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Mechanical Design, Process Engineering, Engineering, Verification And Validation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    246 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Construction, Materials Management, Procurement, Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Engineering, Systems Thinking, Waste Minimization, Health And Safety Standards, Innovation

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fractal Analytics

    Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Generative Model Architectures, AI Security, AI Enablement, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, AI Product Strategy, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Business Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Design Thinking, Thought Leadership, Project Implementation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    193 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Active Optical Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Display Devices, Computer Displays, Systems Design, Electrical Engineering, Technical Design, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Materials science, Image Quality, Technology Solutions, Mathematical Modeling, Performance Testing, Physics, Emerging Technologies

    Build toward a degree

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    110 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Human-Centered Design for Inclusive Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Research, Design Thinking, Design Research, Product Design, Prototyping, Qualitative Research, Innovation, User Feedback, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Ideation, Creativity, Needs Assessment, Product Testing, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    173 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things: Sensing and Actuation From Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Digital Signal Processing, Peripheral Devices, Wireless Networks, Communication Systems, Prototyping

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    159 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    ITIL V4 Certification Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Customer experience improvement, IT Service Management, Service Improvement, Change Control, IT Management, Information Technology Architecture, Technical Management, Technical Services, Enterprise Architecture, Continuous Improvement Process, Service Design, Managed Services, Agile Methodology, Governance, Risk Management Framework, Quality Improvement, Organizational Structure, IT Infrastructure

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    390 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Macquarie University

    Global sustainability and corporate social responsibility: Be sustainable

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Governance, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategies, Supply Chain, Social Impact, Organizational Structure

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    461 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Arizona State University

    ELL Success in the Content Classroom: Teacher Toolbox Series

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Parent Communication, Differentiated Instruction, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Language Competency, Curriculum Planning, English Language, Community Outreach, Peer Review, Instructional Design, Developing Training Materials, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Teaching, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Cultural Sensitivity, Grammar, Case Studies, Diversity Awareness

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    254 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Leading with Impact: Psychology, Diversity, and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Workplace inclusivity, Emotional Intelligence, Change Management, Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Building, Resilience, Business Transformation, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Diversity Awareness, Culture Transformation, Leadership Development, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Empathy, Collaboration, Team Management, Leadership, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    314 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of New Mexico

    Desarrollo de Aplicaciones Web: Conceptos Básicos

    Skills you'll gain: Middleware, Model View Controller, Web Applications, Development Environment, Agile Software Development, Software Architecture, User Interface (UI) Design, Data Modeling, Software Development, Git (Version Control System), Ajax, Application Frameworks, Database Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Ruby on Rails, Relational Databases, Javascript

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    143 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Arts and Culture Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Art History, Organizational Effectiveness, Customer Analysis, Market Opportunities, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Liberal Arts, Fundraising, Target Audience, Value Propositions

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    232 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Finite Element Analysis Convergence and Mesh Independence: Coursera
  • Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI: Fractal Analytics
  • Active Optical Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Human-Centered Design for Inclusive Innovation: University of Toronto
  • Internet of Things: Sensing and Actuation From Devices: University of California San Diego
  • ITIL V4 Certification Preparation: EDUCBA
  • Global sustainability and corporate social responsibility: Be sustainable: Macquarie University
  • ELL Success in the Content Classroom: Teacher Toolbox Series: Arizona State University
  • Leading with Impact: Psychology, Diversity, and Change: Coursera

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