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    Instructional design courses can help you learn how to create effective learning experiences using educational theory, technology, and learner-centered strategies.

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Unlocking Business Insights through Storytelling with Data

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Storytelling, Data Integrity, Data Analysis, Drive Engagement, Microsoft Excel, Design Elements And Principles, Statistical Analysis, Decision Making

      4.7
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Building Modular Monoliths with .NET 8

      Skills you'll gain: Microservices, .NET Framework, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Object-Relational Mapping, ASP.NET, Software Architecture, C# (Programming Language), Enterprise Architecture, Maintainability, Docker (Software), Database Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Managing Up

      Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Collaboration, Professional Networking, Trustworthiness, Growth Mindedness, Communication Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Piktochart pour les débutants

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Materials, Marketing Design, Presentations, Data Visualization, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Shared Media, Content Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      LearnKartS

      Risk Strategy and Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Conflict Management, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Structure

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      API Basics 4: Build a Personal Dashboard (Promise Rejection)

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Javascript, Wireframing, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Real Time Data, Software Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      BCG

      Цифровая трансформация

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Product Lifecycle Management, Design Thinking, Organizational Development, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Business Strategy, Market Dynamics, Growth Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Business Economics, Leadership, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Angular.js for Beginners: Directives

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, Javascript

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Simplilearn

      Content Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Content Strategy, Content Marketing, Web Content, Paid media, Content Creation, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Search Engine Optimization, Digital Advertising, Business-To-Consumer, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Customer Engagement, B2B Sales

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Créez du contenu de sensibilisation sur Facebook avec Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Creation, Social Media Content, Facebook, Infographics, Social Media, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Content Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea un mapa de proceso con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Process Flow Diagrams, Data Visualization, User Accounts, Graphic Design, Account Management, Marketing

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Spacecraft Formation Flying and Control Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Control Systems, Systems Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Design Process

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Unlocking Business Insights through Storytelling with Data: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Building Modular Monoliths with .NET 8: Packt
    • Managing Up : Arizona State University
    • Piktochart pour les débutants: Coursera Project Network
    • Risk Strategy and Planning: LearnKartS
    • API Basics 4: Build a Personal Dashboard (Promise Rejection): Scrimba
    • Цифровая трансформация: BCG
    • Angular.js for Beginners: Directives: Coursera Project Network
    • Content Strategy: Simplilearn
    • Créez du contenu de sensibilisation sur Facebook avec Canva: Coursera Project Network

    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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