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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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    California Institute of the Arts

    Introduction to Imagemaking

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Storytelling, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Adobe InDesign, Layout Design, Storytelling, Multimedia, Design Elements And Principles, Design Research, Digital Publishing, Peer Review, Aesthetics, Design Reviews, Creativity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    System Design Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Systems Design, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Functional Design, Systems Development, Service Oriented Architecture, Verification And Validation, Maintainability, Systems Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Script with Confluence API

    Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, API Gateway, Scripting, API Design, API Testing, Restful API, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Import/Export, Scripting Languages, Performance Tuning, Content Management, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Google SEO Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Optimization, Digital Marketing, Content Strategy, Marketing, Customer Analysis, Earned Media, Content Creation, Social Media, User Experience

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Politecnico di Milano

    The Learning Innovation Network

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Educational Materials, Classroom Management, Course Development, Teaching, Education and Training, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Interactive Learning, Instructional Design, Instructional Strategies, Innovation, Pedagogy, Student Engagement, Resource Utilization, Network Planning And Design, Infographics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Co-Create Success Plans

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving, Risk Analysis, Consultative Approaches, Meeting Facilitation, Proposal Development, Collaboration, Risk Mitigation, Project Risk Management, Discussion Facilitation, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Design Thinking, Client Support, Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Project Documentation, Performance Measurement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

    Introdução à Mobilidade Aérea Urbana

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Concept Of Operations, Environmental Regulations, Electric Power Systems, Emerging Technologies, Infrastructure Architecture, Environmental Issue, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Conceptual Design, Innovation, Regulation and Legal Compliance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Operations Management

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Operations, Operational Efficiency, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Analysis, Process Management, Process Optimization, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Process Mapping, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Capacity Planning, Quality Management, Capacity Management, Supply Chain Management, Quality Control, Statistical Process Controls

    4.5
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Enhancing education through open opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Educational Materials, Instructional Strategies, Digital pedagogy, Pedagogy, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Course Development, Social Justice, Student-Centred Learning, Sustainable Systems, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy, Policy Development, Intellectual Property

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Java for Android

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Android (Operating System), Java Programming, Java, Mobile Development, Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Development Environment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Databases for Data Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Database Management Systems, NoSQL, Relational Databases, Data Warehousing, Database Theory, Database Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Databases, Database Software, Database Administration, Data Store, Database Management, Data Modeling, Query Languages, Big Data, Data Architecture, Database Application, Database Development

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Solar Energy Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Power Electronics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Sustainable Technologies, Semiconductors, Cost Estimation, Building Codes, Engineering Calculations, Safety Standards, Financial Modeling, Technical Standard

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Imagemaking: California Institute of the Arts
  • System Design Fundamentals: Pearson
  • Script with Confluence API: Coursera
  • Google SEO Fundamentals: University of California, Davis
  • The Learning Innovation Network: Politecnico di Milano
  • Co-Create Success Plans: Coursera
  • Introdução à Mobilidade Aérea Urbana: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
  • Introduction to Operations Management: University of Pennsylvania
  • Enhancing education through open opportunities: Politecnico di Milano
  • Java for Android: Vanderbilt University

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