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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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    Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

    Introdução ao Controle Moderno

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Matlab, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Systems Analysis, System Design and Implementation, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Estimation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Legal Foundations for Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Entrepreneurship, Business, Commercial Laws, Labor Law, Business Management, Contract Management, Staff Management, New Business Development, Organizational Structure, Corporate Tax

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Excellence in Online Teaching

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Educational Materials, Learning Management Systems, Digital pedagogy, Community Development, Adult Education, Instructional Design, Motivational Skills, Relationship Building, Technology Strategies, Professional Development, Collaboration, Cultural Responsiveness, Constructive Feedback, Communication

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    IoT Systems and Industrial Applications with Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, Internet Of Things, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Design Thinking, Ideation, Automation, Advanced Analytics, User Experience Design, Big Data, User Centered Design, IT Security Architecture, Interaction Design, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Human Centered Design, Data Management, Robotics, Control Systems, Hardware Architecture, Manufacturing Processes

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Platform Thinking: Innovation in digital business models era

    Skills you'll gain: Data Strategy, Business Modeling, Data Ethics, Design Thinking, Innovation, Customer Data Management, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Market Opportunities, Data Governance, Technology Strategies, Data Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Product Development, Big Data, Customer Insights, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    100 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Canva for college students

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Infographics, Planning, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Graphic Design, Graphical Tools, Graphic and Visual Design, Collaboration

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Teaching, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Simulation and Simulation Software, Research, Peer Review

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Content Creation With Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Materials, Copywriting, Generative AI, Marketing Design, Content Marketing, Prompt Engineering, Content Creation, Marketing Strategies, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, MarTech, ChatGPT, Operational Efficiency

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Chemical Hazards: Toxicology & Reactivity

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Hazard Analysis, Occupational Health, Environment Health And Safety, Safety Training, Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Personal protective equipment, Risk Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Healthcare Entrepreneurship: Taking Ideas to Market

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Presentations, Public Speaking, Innovation, Organizational Structure, Persuasive Communication, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Entrepreneurship, Grant Applications, Commercialization, Fundraising, Market Analysis, Public Health

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    74 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Crea piezas para redes sociales usando Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animation and Game Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Content Creation, Marketing Design, Instagram, Editing, Branding, Marketing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    112 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Introdução ao Controle Moderno: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
  • Legal Foundations for Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Excellence in Online Teaching: Johns Hopkins University
  • IoT Systems and Industrial Applications with Design Thinking: LearnQuest
  • Platform Thinking: Innovation in digital business models era: Politecnico di Milano
  • Canva for college students: Coursera
  • Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Content Creation With Generative AI: Coursera
  • Chemical Hazards: Toxicology & Reactivity: University of California, Davis
  • Healthcare Entrepreneurship: Taking Ideas to Market: Imperial College London

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