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      IBM

      Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Web Analytics, Blogs, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, MarTech, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Growth Strategies, Content Strategy, Market Research

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundations for Active Learning in STEM Courses

      Skills you'll gain: Cooperation, Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Learning Theory, Teaching, Student-Centred Learning, Collaboration, Teamwork, Blended Learning, Drive Engagement, Classroom Management, Mathematics Education, Learning Management Systems, Creative Problem-Solving, Professional Development, Problem Solving, Technology Solutions

      Beginner · Course · 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, Learning Strategies, Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Special Education, Human Development, Differentiated Instruction, Neurology, Diversity Awareness, Psychology

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Scrimba

      Build a Responsive Layout with CSS Grid

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Mobile Development, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, UI Components

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Precast Structural System

      Skills you'll gain: Shop Drawing, Construction, Structural Engineering, Building Codes, Architectural Drawing, Construction Inspection, Construction Engineering, Structural Analysis, Building Design, Manufacturing Processes, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Tolerance, Engineering Practices, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Product Testing, Engineering Calculations

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      Arizona State University

      Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Decision Making, Human Learning, Usability, Psychology, Human Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

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      Arizona State University

      Adding Electronics to Rapid Prototypes

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Prototyping, Electronic Hardware, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Design, PIC Microcontrollers, Embedded Systems, Machine Controls, Test Equipment, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Mechanical Design

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      L&T EduTech

      Industry 4.0: PLM, Value Chain, and Smart Factory

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Robotic Process Automation, Production Process, Automation, Enterprise Resource Planning, Plant Operations and Management, Internet Of Things, Digital Transformation, Real Time Data, Predictive Modeling, Augmented Reality

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Leeds

      Innovation Management: Winning in the Age of Disruption

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Design Thinking, Intellectual Property, Ideation, Organizational Strategy, New Product Development, Human Centered Design, Business Transformation, Strategic Partnership, Business Strategy, Business Process

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategies, Financial Management, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Leadership, Business Development, Marketing, Leadership and Management, Corporate Finance, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Management, Global Marketing, Governance, International Finance, Organizational Structure

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer une carte de visite professionnelle avec Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Color Theory, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design, Marketing Collateral, Content Creation, Marketing, Business Communication, Entrepreneurship

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Teoria Geral da Administração para Executivos

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Effectiveness, Quality Improvement, Business Management, Quality Management, Performance Measurement, Operational Efficiency, Operations Management, Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Production Management, Administration, Lean Manufacturing, Systems Thinking, Continuous Improvement Process

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing: IBM
    • Foundations for Active Learning in STEM Courses: Johns Hopkins University
    • Learning and memory in the brain: a guide for teachers: University of Cambridge
    • Build a Responsive Layout with CSS Grid: Scrimba
    • Precast Structural System: L&T EduTech
    • Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations: Arizona State University
    • Adding Electronics to Rapid Prototypes: Arizona State University
    • Industry 4.0: PLM, Value Chain, and Smart Factory: L&T EduTech
    • Innovation Management: Winning in the Age of Disruption: University of Leeds
    • Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    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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