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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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    DeepLearning.AI

    Advanced Computer Vision with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Fine-tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Deep Learning, Model Optimization, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Code Reusability, Program Development, Java, Java Programming, AI Personalization, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Preprocessing, Data Structures, Algorithms, File I/O, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

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

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Recognizing Others, Resourcefulness, Empowerment, Organizational Leadership, Persistence, Problem Solving, Self-Motivation, Growth Mindedness, Collaboration, Motivational Skills, Constructive Feedback, Emotional Intelligence

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting

    Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Ingenuity, Creative Thinking, Interpersonal Communications, Honesty, Cognitive flexibility, Social Skills, Empathy, Composure, Professionalism, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Django Application Development with SQL and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Object-Relational Mapping, Django (Web Framework), Database Application, Database Development, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Database Administration, Full-Stack Web Development, Cloud Deployment, Database Management, SQL, Database Theory, Cloud Applications, Relational Databases, Frontend Integration, Databases, Database Design, Database Systems, Application Deployment, Authentications, Back-End Web Development

    4.5
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    363 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Managerial Accounting: Tools for Facilitating and Guiding Business Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Performance Measurement, Variance Analysis, Budgeting, Accounting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Performance Management, Financial Data, Performance Metric, Operating Budget, Cost Management, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Analysis, Organizational Structure, Decision Making

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    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Introduction to Technical Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Software Documentation, Technical Communication, Layout Design, Writing and Editing, Writing, Collaborative Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Typography, Proofreading, Multimedia, Content Management, GitHub, Version Control

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    447 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IE Business School

    Aprendiendo a Aprender

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Teamwork, Time Management, Learning Strategies, Collaboration, Willingness To Learn, Mental Concentration, Productivity, Learning Theory, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Growth Mindedness, Habit Formation, Cognitive flexibility, Planning, Neurology

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine: Production

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, CI/CD, Google Cloud Platform, Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Continuous Delivery, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Cloud Storage, Cloud Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, Data Storage, Authorization (Computing), Authentications

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Space Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Medicine, Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Engineering, Emergency Medicine, Hemodynamics, Oxygen Therapy, Preventative Care, Radiation Protection, Human Factors, Health Care, Respiration, Environment, Physics, Engineering Design Process, Psychosocial Assessments, Biology, Engineering

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Diseño de proyectos para promover el bienestar

    Skills you'll gain: Planning, Peer Review, Social Impact, Program Evaluation, Constructive Feedback, Strategic Planning, Collaboration, Resourcefulness, Needs Assessment, Social Determinants Of Health, Goal Setting, Adaptability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    466 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Social Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Telecommuting, Team Collaboration, Human Computer Interaction, Social Impact, Social Network Analysis, Interaction Design, Social Sciences, Driving engagement, Digital Communications

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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