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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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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات إدارة المواهب | Talent Management Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Human Capital, People Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, People Development, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Management Training And Development, Organizational Structure

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Начинаем работать с Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Infographics, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Content Creation, Visual Design, Design, Video Editing, Graphic Design, Graphics Software, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design Software

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    92 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Research and Strategy for Effective Information Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, UI/UX Research, User Research, Content Management, UI/UX Strategy, Design Research, User Experience, Content Strategy, Persona (User Experience), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability Testing, Information Management, Usability, User Centered Design, Data Mapping, Digital Analysis, Diagram Design, Web Design, Web Applications, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Innovation, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Business Strategies, Business Development, New Business Development, Collaboration, Analysis, Performance Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    88 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Design Thinking for Innovators

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Transformation, Business Process, Human Centered Design, Service Design, Process Management, Business Solutions, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creativity, Overcoming Obstacles, User Research, Organizational Change, User Feedback, Empathy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Créer un site Web gratuit avec WordPress

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Design and Development, Blogs, Content Creation, Content Management, Business Marketing, Creativity

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California, Irvine

    Strategies for Converting and Retaining Customers Online

    Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, Paid media, Search Engine Optimization, Online Advertising, Keyword Research, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Content Optimization, Marketing, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer Engagement, Lead Generation, Target Audience, Target Market

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Systems Thinking Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Systems Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking, Organizational Change, Decision Making, Collaboration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    88 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yonsei University

    Advanced Functional Ceramics

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Thermal Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Physical Science, Chemical Engineering, Electronic Components, Display Devices, electromagnetics, Chemistry, Physics

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

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    National Taiwan University

    工程圖學 3D CAD

    Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, 3D Assets, Engineering Drawings, Design Software, Graphical Tools, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphics Software, Conceptual Design

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    94 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create Social Media Ad Campaign using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media, Storytelling, Marketing Materials, Advertising, Online Advertising, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Design, Dashboard, Graphic Design, User Accounts

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnKartS

    Certified Kubernetes Application Developer Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Release Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Software Installation, Application Lifecycle Management, Performance Tuning, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Network Model, Memory Management

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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