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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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    Find the Best Instructional Design Course for Your Goals

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      Packt

      TCP/IP, Routing, and Wireless Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Switches, Network Routers, Wireless Networks, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, General Networking, Network Routing, Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Monitoring, Local Area Networks, Network Planning And Design, Networking Hardware, Network Performance Management, Firewall, Border Gateway Protocol

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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Architecting and Installing the Apigee Hybrid API Platform

      Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Kubernetes, Cloud API, Google Cloud Platform, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud-Native Computing, Application Deployment, Restful API, Software Installation, Verification And Validation, Configuration Management, Identity and Access Management

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Sustainable and Resilient Operations Management

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Manufacturing Operations, Corporate Sustainability, Engineering Management, Business Leadership, Product Design, Waste Minimization, Environmental Management Systems, Production Process, Product Lifecycle Management, Process Design, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      ASP.NET Core Foundation

      Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Data Integration, C# (Programming Language), Secure Coding, Web Applications, Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Application Frameworks, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Understand Best Practices with Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Information Architecture, Content Management

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Current-Mode Control

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Usability Testing, Web Design, Web Development Tools, Test Tools

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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo crear historias para Instagram y Facebook usando Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Animations, Canva (Software), Social Media, Storytelling, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Graphic Design

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Student Self-Assessment with Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Parent Communication, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning, Microsoft Word, Classroom Management, Self-Awareness, Report Writing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Введение в HTML5

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development Tools, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, Semantic Web, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Servers, File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea tu presencia en redes sociales para tu negocio en Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Content Creation, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Goal Setting, Marketing Materials, Branding

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Alberta

      Introdução ao Gerenciamento de produtos de software

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Requirements Management, Business Requirements, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Product Management, Process Development, Project Planning, Project Management, Customer Engagement

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • TCP/IP, Routing, and Wireless Networking: Packt
    • Architecting and Installing the Apigee Hybrid API Platform: Google Cloud
    • Sustainable and Resilient Operations Management: University of Colorado Boulder
    • ASP.NET Core Foundation: Board Infinity
    • Understand Best Practices with Canvas: Coursera Project Network
    • Current-Mode Control: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE: Coursera Project Network
    • Cómo crear historias para Instagram y Facebook usando Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Student Self-Assessment with Microsoft Word: Coursera Project Network
    • Введение в HTML5: University of Michigan

    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.

    Skills you can learn in Business Essentials

    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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