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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.


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    Duke University

    Data-Driven Decision-Making for Agile Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Dealing With Ambiguity, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Customer Analysis, Adaptability, Decision Making, Strategic Prioritization, Dashboard, Strategic Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Opportunities, Business Metrics, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Science, Data Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Risk Management, Change Management

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    National Taiwan University

    材料力學一 (Mechanics of Materials (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Mechanics, Materials science, Civil Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations

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    University of Colorado System

    Grant Writing for Health Researchers

    Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Sample Size Determination, Grant Applications, Proposal Writing, Biostatistics, Writing, Clinical Research Ethics, Editing, Statistical Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Data Analysis, Clinical Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Reporting, Medical Science and Research, Research Design, Planning, Science and Research, Growth Mindedness

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Accelerate your Digital Marketing Career

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Generative AI, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Marketing Analytics, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Keyword Research, Prompt Engineering, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Search Engine Marketing, E-Commerce

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    L&T EduTech

    Comfort in Buildings

    Skills you'll gain: Construction, Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Building Design, HVAC, Environmental Engineering, Building Codes, Thermal Management, Architectural Design, Sustainable Development, Physics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computing, Ethics, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Automation, Robotics, Cultural Diversity, Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Emerging Technologies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Programación musical con software libre

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Musical Composition, Music, Electronic Components, Electronics, Music Theory, Hardware Design, Embedded Systems, System Configuration, Algorithms, Instrumental Music, Performance Tuning, Data Import/Export, Programming Principles, Generative AI, Digital Communications, Creative Design, Interoperability, Other Programming Languages, Development Environment

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Relational Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Theory, Databases, SQL, Database Design, Database Management Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Access, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Data Manipulation, User Accounts

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    Imperial College London

    Healthcare Innovation: What Does Success Look Like and How to Achieve It?

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Health Systems, Verbal Communication Skills, Healthcare Project Management, Strategic Communication, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Public Health, Case Studies

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    IESE Business School

    How to Build an Effective Service Company

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Workforce Management, Service Improvement, Operations Management, Operational Performance Management, Business Process Management, Process Optimization, Service Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Sustainable Business, Capacity Management, Customer experience improvement, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Armv8-M Architecture Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Hardware Architecture, Embedded Systems, Computer Architecture, System Configuration, Debugging, Application Development

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    Arizona State University

    Random Models, Nested and Split-plot Designs

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, Data Transformation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data-Driven Decision-Making for Agile Organizations: Duke University
  • 材料力學一 (Mechanics of Materials (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Grant Writing for Health Researchers: University of Colorado System
  • Generative AI: Accelerate your Digital Marketing Career: IBM
  • Comfort in Buildings: L&T EduTech
  • Computing, Ethics, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Programación musical con software libre: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Introduction to Relational Databases: Illinois Tech
  • Healthcare Innovation: What Does Success Look Like and How to Achieve It?: Imperial College London
  • How to Build an Effective Service Company: IESE Business School

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