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    Find the Best Instructional Design Course for Your Goals

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      University of Michigan

      Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Design Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Technology Strategies, Data Ethics, Content Creation, Professional Development, Information Privacy

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Textual Elements of Design: Fonts, Typography, and Spacing

      Skills you'll gain: Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design Software, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      277 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Designing for User Experience

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, User Research, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Persona (User Experience), Design Research, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Wireframing, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Innovation, Creativity

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      83 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to UI Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Usability, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Design, Design Thinking, UI/UX Research, Design Strategies, Design Research, User Research

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Aptly

      Introduction to Accessibility and Universal Design

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Video Production, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Disabilities, Learning Strategies, User Centered Design, Technical Documentation, Technical Writing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Game Design Document: Define the Art & Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Prototyping, Software Design Documents, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Ideation, Conceptual Design, Usability Testing, Graphic and Visual Design, Peer Review, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      291 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Prototyping, Architectural Drawing, Conceptual Design, Design, Product Design, Aesthetics, Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Needs Assessment, Ideation, Problem Solving

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      342 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Design Principles: an Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Usability Testing, User Interface (UI) Design, Design, Experimentation, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Design Elements And Principles, Human Centered Design, Web Design and Development, Typography, Design Research, A/B Testing

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Toronto

      Human-Centered Design for Inclusive Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, User Research, Design Thinking, Design Research, Product Design, Prototyping, Qualitative Research, Innovation, User Feedback, Diversity and Inclusion, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Needs Assessment, Product Testing, Interviewing Skills

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      172 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Basic Elements of Design: Design Principles and Software Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Design, Typography, Adobe InDesign, Content Creation, Design Research, Information Architecture, Color Theory, Adobe Photoshop

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      986 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      The Learning Innovation Network

      Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Innovation, Education Software and Technology, Higher Education, Collaboration, Learning Strategies, Adaptability, Planning, General Networking, Communication Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Understanding User Needs

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, User Research, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Research Methodologies, Needs Assessment, Interviewing Skills, Research, Human Computer Interaction, Data Collection

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      532 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design : University of Michigan
    • Textual Elements of Design: Fonts, Typography, and Spacing: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Designing for User Experience: Microsoft
    • Introduction to UI Design: University of Minnesota
    • Introduction to Accessibility and Universal Design: Aptly
    • Game Design Document: Define the Art & Concepts: California Institute of the Arts
    • Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society: University of Pennsylvania
    • Design Principles: an Introduction: University of California San Diego
    • Human-Centered Design for Inclusive Innovation: University of Toronto
    • Basic Elements of Design: Design Principles and Software Overview: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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