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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.


Popular Instructional Design Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Packt

    Workplace Communication Skills for Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Professional Development, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Strategic Leadership, People Management, Communication, Behavior Management, Business Communication, Team Management, Corporate Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Communication, Negotiation, Meeting Facilitation, Active Listening, Relationship Building, Business Management

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Skillshare

    Street Photography: Post-Production & Lifelong Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Post-Production, Creativity, Lifelong Learning, Adobe Photoshop, Growth Mindedness, Creative Thinking, Storytelling, Detail Oriented

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Cloud: Platform as a Service - Bachelor's

    Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Containerization, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cloud Platforms, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Information Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Development, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Database Administration, Database Management, DevOps, Microservices, Scalability

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Generative AI Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Gemini, Enterprise Security, Agentic systems, Tool Calling, Artificial Intelligence, Customer experience improvement, LLM Application, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Governance, Cloud Computing, Innovation, Business Strategy, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Collaboration

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Skillshare

    Modern Frontend Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Web Components, LESS, Web Development, Semantic Web, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Scalability

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Deep Learning with TensorFlow: Build Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Deployment, Data Preprocessing, Network Architecture, Model Evaluation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Applied Acupuncture Techniques for Common Conditions

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Athletic Training, Respiratory Therapy

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pearson

    A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Networking Hardware, USB, Desktop Support, Computer Networking, Computer Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Electrical Safety

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Managing Hybrid & AI-Augmented Teams: The Future of Work

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, AI Enablement, AI Workflows, Organizational Leadership, Data Ethics, Team Leadership, Management Training And Development, Business Ethics, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Team Performance Management, Virtual Teams, Telecommuting, Adaptability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Collaboration, Internal Communications, Culture Transformation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Northeastern University

    Engineering Project Management Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Engineering Management, Project Schedules, Project Controls, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management Life Cycle, Scheduling, Project Implementation, Earned Value Management, Project Management, Timelines, Project Performance, Project Planning, Resource Planning, Resource Management, Resource Allocation, Forecasting, Performance Metric

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Skillshare

    Advanced 3D Animation in Unreal Engine: Character Movement

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animations, 3D Assets, Motion Graphics, Timelines, Data Import/Export

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Embedded Systems with Arduino

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Electronic Components, USB, Internet Of Things, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, Electronics, Data Storage, Environmental Monitoring, Prototyping, Programming Principles, C (Programming Language)

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Workplace Communication Skills for Managers: Packt
  • Street Photography: Post-Production & Lifelong Practice: Skillshare
  • Cloud: Platform as a Service - Bachelor's: Illinois Tech
  • Generative AI Leader: Google Cloud
  • Modern Frontend Web Development: Skillshare
  • Deep Learning with TensorFlow: Build Neural Networks: EDUCBA
  • Applied Acupuncture Techniques for Common Conditions: Niel Asher Education
  • A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 3: Pearson
  • Managing Hybrid & AI-Augmented Teams: The Future of Work: Coursera
  • Engineering Project Management Part 2: Northeastern University

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