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

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a presentation with Microsoft SWAY

      Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Web Content, Creative Design, Content Creation, Storytelling, Design, Microsoft 365

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Leeds

      An Introduction to Logic for Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cryptography, Graph Theory

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create an A/B web page marketing test with Google Optimize

      Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, User Experience, Web Content, Target Audience, Marketing Effectiveness, Goal Setting, Marketing, Content Development and Management, Analytics

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      108 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Copywriting with ChatGPT: Crafting High-Quality Blog Content

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Blogs, Generative AI Agents, Content Creation, Copywriting, Writing and Editing, Customer Advocacy, Branding, Interviewing Skills

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Plug Into The Future - EV Charging Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Infrastructure Architecture, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Power Electronics, Network Planning And Design, System Requirements

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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Marketing Digital: Desde SEO hasta Analítica de Datos

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Strategies, Email Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Content Marketing, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Data Analysis, Paid media, Return On Investment

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      The Limits of Human Perception

      Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, User Interface (UI), Human Machine Interfaces, Usability, Computer Displays, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Experience Design, Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Salesforce Introduction and Setup

      Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Software As A Service, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment

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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Arduino Bootcamp - Learning Through Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Control Systems, Software Installation, Electronics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Telecommunications, Hardware Design, Internet Of Things, Display Devices, Integrated Development Environments, Embedded Systems, Electronic Components, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, System Configuration, Electrical Wiring, Programming Principles, Open Source Technology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Mastering Spring Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Java, Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Dependency Analysis, Maintainability, Software Design, Software Architecture, Testability

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      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Heavy Manufacturing Process and System

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Hydraulics, Control Systems, Manufacturing Operations, Mechanical Engineering, Equipment Design, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Chemical Engineering, Thermal Management, Failure Analysis, Automation, Safety Assurance, Quality Assurance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Learning and memory in the brain: a guide for teachers: University of Cambridge
    • Create a presentation with Microsoft SWAY: Coursera Project Network
    • An Introduction to Logic for Computer Science: University of Leeds
    • Create an A/B web page marketing test with Google Optimize: Coursera Project Network
    • Copywriting with ChatGPT: Crafting High-Quality Blog Content: Coursera Project Network
    • Plug Into The Future - EV Charging Essentials: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Marketing Digital: Desde SEO hasta Analítica de Datos: Universidades Anáhuac
    • The Limits of Human Perception: Arizona State University
    • Salesforce Introduction and Setup: LearnKartS
    • Arduino Bootcamp - Learning Through Projects: Packt

    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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