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    Find the Best Instructional Design Course for Your Goals

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      University of Michigan

      UX Design: From Concept to Prototype

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Story, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Centered Design, Ideation, Conceptual Design, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI), Usability Testing, Storyboarding, Mockups, User Research

      4.8
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      289 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Introduction to Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Software Development Life Cycle, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Build Tools, CI/CD, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Methodologies, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Software Development Tools, Version Control, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Computational Thinking, Software Versioning, Cloud Development, Programming Principles

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      186 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Emotional Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Cultural Diversity, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Collaboration, Organizational Change, Communication, Adaptability, Telecommuting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      338 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Programming for Python Data Science: Principles to Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Computational Thinking, Predictive Modeling, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Structures, Debugging, NumPy, Data Manipulation, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Algorithms, Simulations, Statistical Methods, Program Development, Data Science, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • S

      Starweaver

      IIBA® Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Requirements Management, Business Analysis, Business Planning, Performance Improvement, Verification And Validation, Business Process Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Prioritization, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Marketing digital e e-commerce do Google

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Email Marketing, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Loyalty Programs, Order Fulfillment, Search Engine Marketing, Web Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Media Planning, Content Creation, A/B Testing, Online Advertising, Copywriting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      311 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Siemens

      Introduction to Model-Based Systems Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Development Life Cycle, Unified Modeling Language, Systems Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Design, Systems Architecture, Systems Analysis, Systems Integration, Simulations, Solution Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Verification And Validation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Product Management: Initial Product Strategy and Plan

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Product Planning, New Product Development, Product Strategy, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Product Development, Business Planning, User Requirements Documents, Team Building, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Market Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Risk Management, Financial Analysis

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SAS

      Statistical Thinking for Industrial Problem Solving, presented by JMP

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Compilation, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Visualization

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Python 101: Develop Your First Python Program

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Program Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Scripting, Scripting Languages

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      257 reviews

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      Arizona State University

      Rapid Prototyping Using 3D Printing

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Prototyping, Engineering Drawings, Product Design, Product Development, Product Testing, Hardware Design, Research and Design, 3D Modeling, Mockups, Computer-Aided Design, Usability Testing, Design Specifications, Manufacturing Processes, Cost Estimation, Design, Product Engineering, Ideation, Mechanical Engineering, User Feedback

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Pedagogy, Course Development, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Student-Centred Learning, Innovation, Quality Assessment, Infographics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • UX Design: From Concept to Prototype: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Application Development: LearnQuest
    • Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal: Universidad de Palermo
    • Programming for Python Data Science: Principles to Practice: Duke University
    • IIBA® Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) Exam Prep: Starweaver
    • Marketing digital e e-commerce do Google: Google
    • Introduction to Model-Based Systems Engineering: Siemens
    • Product Management: Initial Product Strategy and Plan: SkillUp EdTech
    • Statistical Thinking for Industrial Problem Solving, presented by JMP: SAS
    • Python 101: Develop Your First Python Program: Coursera Project Network

    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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