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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Displays

    Skills you'll gain: Display Devices, Computer Displays, Systems Design, Technical Design, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Image Quality, Technology Solutions, Emerging Technologies, Physics

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Digital Transformation Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Responsible AI, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Business Process Management, Business Process Improvement, Process Design, Business Process Automation, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Engagement, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Leadership, Generative AI, Robotic Process Automation, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Strategic Planning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Networking Fundamentals and Physical Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, Network Model, TCP/IP, Networking Hardware, Network Protocols, Local Area Networks, General Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Network Switches, Test Equipment, Test Tools

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Take the Lead on Healthcare Quality Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Project Management, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Clinical Leadership, Value-Based Care, Patient Safety, Care Management, Teamwork, Collaboration, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Leadership

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Differentiated Instruction, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Blended Learning, Special Education, Pedagogy, Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Social Justice

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

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Customer Centric Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Development, Customer Insights, Service Design, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Analysis, User Feedback, Consumer Behaviour, Market Research, Business Strategies, Customer Relationship Management, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Designing Hardware for Raspberry Pi Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Schematic Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Design, Wiring Diagram, Electrical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Electronics, Electronic Components, Simulations, Design Specifications, Open Source Technology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Constructivism and Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Education Software and Technology, Research, Science and Research, Qualitative Research

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Canva pour les débutants

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Video Editing, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Content Creation, Design, User Accounts, Digital Marketing

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    Transforming Education in an Interconnected World

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Improvement Process, Student-Centred Learning, Innovation, Education and Training, Process Improvement, Instructional Strategies, Higher Education, Program Evaluation, International Relations, Systems Thinking, Adult Learning Principles, Visionary, Community Organizing, Policy Analysis, Leadership, Community Development, Empowerment, Collaboration, Leadership and Management, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Vector Databases: An Introduction with Chroma DB

    Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, Embeddings, Generative AI, Databases, LLM Application, AI Personalization, Database Design, NoSQL, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Leadership, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Team Building, Persuasive Communication, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Problem Solving

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

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

  • Displays: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Digital Transformation Leader: Starweaver
  • Networking Fundamentals and Physical Networks: Packt
  • Take the Lead on Healthcare Quality Improvement: Case Western Reserve University
  • Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Customer Centric Innovation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Designing Hardware for Raspberry Pi Projects: Johns Hopkins University
  • Constructivism and Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Canva pour les débutants: Coursera
  • Transforming Education in an Interconnected World: University of Michigan

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