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    Instructional design courses can help you learn how to create effective learning experiences using educational theory, technology, and learner-centered strategies.

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      ESADE Business and Law School

      Modelos de empresa familiar: del capitán al grupo inversor

      Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Modeling, Organizational Structure, Business Management, Systems Thinking, Business Leadership, Business Strategy, Governance, Change Management, Decision Making, Communication

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to Social Media Marketing with Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Social Media Content, Social Media, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Creative Design, Data Visualization

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

      Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Art History, Social Studies, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Water Resources, Architectural Design, Construction, Structural Engineering, Hydraulics, Structural Analysis, Geometry, Engineering Analysis, Vibrations, Manufacturing and Production

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Conduct a 5 Whys Analysis in Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Root Cause Analysis, Collaborative Software, Business Analysis, Problem Management, Process Analysis

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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad Austral

      Desarrollo de Aplicaciones Mobile Multiplataforma con Nativescript, Angular y Redux

      Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, React Redux, iOS Development, Continuous Integration, Apple iOS, Test Automation, Unit Testing, User Interface (UI), Development Testing, CI/CD, Angular, Android Studio, UI Components, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, TypeScript, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging, Animations

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      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

      Designing User Interfaces and User Interactions

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, User Flows, Usability, User Centered Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, User Research, Conceptual Design, Persona Development, Mockups, Ideation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Introducción a la Robótica e Industria 4.0

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Automation, Data Ethics, Robotic Process Automation, Manufacturing and Production, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Construction, Virtual Environment, Big Data, Data Collection, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Prototyping

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Gen AI Agents: Transform Your Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Organizational Strategy, Large Language Modeling, Innovation, Technology Strategies, Solution Design, Customer Engagement

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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Impactful Marketing Videos using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Marketing Materials, Video Production, Storytelling, Marketing Design, Content Marketing, Timelines, Presentations, Social Media Content, Multimedia, Drive Engagement

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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Mastering REST APIs with FastAPI

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Application Deployment, Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, CI/CD, API Design, OAuth, Software Testing, Cloud Storage, File Management, Debugging, Back-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, Databases, Database Management

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      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      بدء المشاريع والتخطيط لها

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Conflict Management, Project Planning, Project Management, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Coordination, Project Scoping, Influencing

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

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      CertNexus

      Address Business Issues with Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Business Priorities, Stakeholder Management, Business Analytics, Project Design, Business, Data Science, Business Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Modelos de empresa familiar: del capitán al grupo inversor: ESADE Business and Law School
    • Introduction to Social Media Marketing with Visme: Coursera Project Network
    • Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
    • Conduct a 5 Whys Analysis in Miro: Coursera Project Network
    • Desarrollo de Aplicaciones Mobile Multiplataforma con Nativescript, Angular y Redux: Universidad Austral
    • Designing User Interfaces and User Interactions: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
    • Introducción a la Robótica e Industria 4.0: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Gen AI Agents: Transform Your Organization: Google Cloud
    • Create Impactful Marketing Videos using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Mastering REST APIs with FastAPI: Packt

    Why Learn Instructional Design?

    Instructional design focuses on developing educational content and experiences that help people learn effectively—whether in classrooms, online platforms, or workplace training. It blends learning science, curriculum development, and digital tools to support meaningful outcomes. Learning instructional design can prepare you to create engaging learning solutions across education, business, and nonprofit sectors.

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    Analytics (37)
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    Modeling (29)
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    Language (26)
    Microsoft Excel (26)
    Writing (26)
    Speech (18)
    Plan (17)
    Business Communication (16)
    Decision-making (16)
    Leadership (15)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Instructional Design

    Top courses include Instructional Design Foundations and Applications from the University of Illinois and An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD) from the University of Michigan as well. These programs cover learning theory, course planning, digital pedagogy, and technology tools for designing engaging learning experiences.‎

    Yes. Many instructional design courses offer a free audit option. You can access video lectures and readings at no cost. If you want to complete assessments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to design learning objectives, structure courses, select appropriate media and tools, and evaluate learning outcomes. Many courses also include frameworks like ADDIE, Bloom’s Taxonomy, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).‎

    Not necessarily. While experience in education or training can be helpful, many courses are beginner-friendly and provide a strong foundation for anyone interested in creating effective learning experiences.‎

    Yes. Instructional design is a growing field across education, corporate training, government, and nonprofits. Coursera courses can help you build job-ready skills, create a portfolio of work, and earn certificates that demonstrate your ability to design engaging and effective learning materials.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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