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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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      Duke University

      Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Simulations, Debugging, Statistical Methods, Pandas (Python Package), Program Development, Unit Testing, Test Case, Data Science, Development Testing, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Integration Testing, Computer Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Software Engineering, Software Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      DeepSeek Essentials: From Foundations to Real-World Use

      Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Large Language Modeling, AI Personalization, Deep Learning, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Application Programming Interface (API), Business Process Automation, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Write Blog Posts With Outranking: Rank Articles With AI

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Keyword Research, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Creation, Content Strategy, Content Performance Analysis, Writing and Editing, Generative AI, Technology Strategies

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Intermediate 3D Modelling and Game Asset Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Unity Engine, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Launch a Website with Azure Virtual Machines

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Development, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Applications, Cloud Hosting, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Application Deployment, Linux Administration, Web Applications, Linux, Service Management, Node.JS, Javascript, MongoDB

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Build a Static Website with Rust and Zola

      Skills you'll gain: Web Design and Development, Web Development, HTML and CSS, Web Development Tools, Application Deployment, Cloud Hosting, Rust (Programming Language), Content Management, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Linux, Software Installation

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini for Network Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Generative AI, General Networking, Network Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dubai College of Tourism

      Dubai Expo 2020 - A Case Study

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Event Management, Hospitality, Cultural Diversity, Sustainability Reporting, Experience Design, Thought Leadership, Crisis Management, Innovation, Economic Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Leveraging Llama2 for Advanced AI Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Technical Management, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Architecture, Solution Architecture, Performance Tuning, Analysis, System Design and Implementation, User Interface (UI), Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Static Website Hosting and Cross-Region Replication

      Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Storage, Cloud Technologies, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Public Cloud

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Erste Schritte in Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Sharing, Collaborative Software, Design Software, Content Creation, User Accounts, Social Media, Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Creational Design Patterns in Modern C++

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Software Design, C++ (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Maintainability, Database Application

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science: Duke University
    • DeepSeek Essentials: From Foundations to Real-World Use: Board Infinity
    • Write Blog Posts With Outranking: Rank Articles With AI: Coursera Project Network
    • Intermediate 3D Modelling and Game Asset Creation: Packt
    • Launch a Website with Azure Virtual Machines: Microsoft
    • Build a Static Website with Rust and Zola: Duke University
    • Gemini for Network Engineers: Google Cloud
    • Dubai Expo 2020 - A Case Study : Dubai College of Tourism
    • Leveraging Llama2 for Advanced AI Solutions: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Static Website Hosting and Cross-Region Replication : 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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