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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


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    University of Michigan

    Developing AR/VR/MR/XR Apps with WebXR, Unity & Unreal

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, Virtual Environment, Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Cross Platform Development, Application Development, Prototyping, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, Design Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Averaged-Switch Modeling and Simulation

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Electronics Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Electrical Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Electric Power Systems, Engineering Analysis, Verification And Validation, Systems Analysis

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Innovación digital

    Skills you'll gain: Water Sustainability, Program Evaluation, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Communication Planning, Water Resource Management, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Media Strategy, Project Design, Social Media, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Water Resources, Resilience, Sustainable Systems, Strategic Leadership, Problem Solving, Sustainable Technologies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Total Rewards & the Role of Compensation & Benefits

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Strategy, Compensation Management, Human Resource Strategy, Benefits Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Strategy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University at Buffalo

    Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning

    Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction Inspection, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Safety, Architectural Engineering, Land Development, Design Reviews, Submittals (Construction), Process Analysis, Safety Standards, Document Management, System Requirements

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Mockups, User Experience, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Centered Design, Design, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, UI/UX Research, Collaborative Software, Graphic and Visual Design, User Research, Design Elements And Principles, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Queen Mary University of London

    Getting Started with Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, Time Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Trustworthiness, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Analysis, Team Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Personal Integrity, Influencing

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Azure: create a REST API using NodeJS Serverless Functions

    Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Serverless Computing, Cloud API, Restful API, Node.JS, Microsoft Azure, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, API Testing, Software Testing, Network Routing

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    École normale supérieure

    Cartographie thématique

    Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Statistical Visualization, Geospatial Mapping, Data Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Graphic and Visual Design, Geographic Information Systems, Graphical Tools, Data Presentation, Color Theory, Layout Design, Design Elements And Principles, Descriptive Statistics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Siemens

    Intro to Siemens NX: Engineering Essentials and Part Design

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Mechanical Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Software, Engineering Software, Manufacturing Processes

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    FPGA Softcore Processors and IP Acquisition

    Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Embedded Software, Program Development, Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Software Development, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Hardware Architecture, Embedded Systems, White-Box Testing, Verification And Validation, System Design and Implementation, Simulations, System Configuration, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create a Mockup in Figma

    Skills you'll gain: Mockups, Figma (Design Software), User Interface (UI), Design

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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