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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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      NIIT

      Building RESTful APIs Using Node.js and Express

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, API Design, Node.JS, Software Documentation, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Services, Middleware, Authentications, JSON, Server Side, Web Applications, Authorization (Computing)

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Excel Formulas, Generative AI, Data Pipelines, Data Ethics, Data Processing, Teradata SQL, Debugging, Microsoft Excel, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Integrated Development Environments

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Compensation: Job Evaluations & Pay Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Job Evaluation, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Strategy, Compensation Management, Job Analysis, Compensation and Benefits, Payroll, Human Resource Strategy, Performance Review, Data Visualization, Benchmarking, Data Analysis, Market Analysis, Diversity and Inclusion

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Process Map using a Canva Template

      Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Project Design, Content Creation, Presentations, User Accounts

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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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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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Disaster Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Analysis, Disaster Recovery, Systems Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Simulation and Simulation Software, Qualitative Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Advanced · 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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      Xbox

      Product Strategy and Roadmapping

      Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Product Management, User Story, New Product Development, Quality Assurance, Product Requirements, Product Strategy, Design Thinking, Stakeholder Management, Innovation, Change Management, Market Opportunities, Prioritization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IESE Business School

      How to Build an Effective Service Company

      Skills you'll gain: Operational Efficiency, Operational Excellence, Operations Management, Business Operations, Service Improvement, Service Management, Service Design, Process Analysis, Capacity Management, Problem Management, Business Priorities, Knowledge Transfer, Customer experience strategy (CX), Decision Making

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Organizational Change, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Performance Measurement, Change Management, Organizational Strategy, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo hacer invitaciones en Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphical Tools, Design, Creative Design, Design Software, Graphic Design

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Responsible AI - Español

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Business Architecture, Project Design, Business Ethics, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Building RESTful APIs Using Node.js and Express: NIIT
    • Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI: Microsoft
    • Compensation: Job Evaluations & Pay Structures: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Create a Process Map using a Canva Template: Coursera Project Network
    • ASP.NET Core Foundation: Board Infinity
    • Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Disaster Risk: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Understand Best Practices with Canvas: Coursera Project Network
    • Product Strategy and Roadmapping: Xbox
    • How to Build an Effective Service Company: IESE Business School
    • Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy: University of California, Davis

    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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