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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Computing, Ethics, and Society Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Privacy, AI Personalization, Media and Communications, Machine Learning, Computer Security Incident Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Algorithms, Data Collection

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Data Analysis and Interpretation Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Analytical Skills, Report Writing, Data Management, Big Data, Statistical Analysis, Real Time Data, Research, Research Design

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      47 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Ethical and Regulatory Implications of Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Regulatory Requirements, Governance, Regulatory Affairs, Legal Risk, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      Geometric Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Geometry, Algorithms, Computer Graphics, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Spatial Data Analysis, Computational Thinking, Geographic Information Systems, Theoretical Computer Science, Spatial Analysis

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Manage Resources in Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Management, Application Deployment, Cloud Computing, Windows PowerShell, Cloud Services, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Software As A Service, Virtual Machines, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Resource Management, Command-Line Interface, Verification And Validation

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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Fundamentals of Benefit Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation and Benefits, Benefits Administration, Compensation Management, Regulatory Compliance, Human Resource Strategy, Business Strategy, Strategic Communication, Communication Strategies, Benchmarking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Compliance Management, Employee Surveys, Gap Analysis, Needs Assessment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Python Scripting: Dates, Classes and Collections

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Data Modeling, Data Structures, Scripting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Software Design, Computer Programming, Software Engineering

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Creating Infographics with GenAI for Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Data Visualization, Target Audience, Data Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Technical Communication, Content Creation, Generative AI, Process Mapping, Communication, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (FC0-U61)

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, Web Applications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Network Routers, Software Installation, Wireless Networks, Technical Support and Services, Encryption, Security Awareness, System Configuration, Authentications, Microsoft Windows, Peripheral Devices, Computer Systems, Patch Management, Mac OS, Software Development, Database Management

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Scrimba

      JavaScript Deep Dive

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Web Development, Angular, Vue.JS, Application Development, React.js, Web Applications, JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Functional Design, Computer Science

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Vibrations, Systems Engineering, Mechanics, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus

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      8 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Xi'an Jiaotong University

      系统平台与C#程序基础

      Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Operating Systems, Debugging, Microsoft Visual Studio, Computer Hardware, Computer Science, C# (Programming Language), Computer Architecture, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, System Design and Implementation

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Computing, Ethics, and Society Foundations: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Analysis and Interpretation Capstone: Wesleyan University
    • Ethical and Regulatory Implications of Generative AI: Microsoft
    • Geometric Algorithms: EIT Digital
    • Manage Resources in Azure: Microsoft
    • Fundamentals of Benefit Strategies: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Python Scripting: Dates, Classes and Collections: LearnQuest
    • Creating Infographics with GenAI for Marketing: Coursera Instructor Network
    • CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (FC0-U61): Packt
    • JavaScript Deep Dive: Scrimba

    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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