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      Johns Hopkins University

      Single Page Web Applications with AngularJS

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, JavaScript Frameworks, Unit Testing, Ajax, Cloud Applications, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Model View Controller, Web Services, Software Architecture, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), UI Components

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Data Visualization: Fundamentals to Interactive Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Datamaps, Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Spatial Analysis, Network Model, Dashboard, Matplotlib, Heat Maps, Seaborn, Data Ethics, Text Mining, Geospatial Information and Technology, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Network Analysis, Geospatial Mapping

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Building Codes, Construction Inspection, HVAC, Building Design, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Engineering Calculations, Architectural Design, System Requirements, Project Implementation, Mechanical Design, Energy and Utilities, Architectural Engineering, Land Development, Feasibility Studies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Submittals (Construction), Structural Analysis, Process Analysis

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera

      TikTok Features: Duets & Stitches

      Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Cooperation, Strategic Thinking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Neurodiversity in Workplaces: Inclusive Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Culture Transformation, Safety Culture, Cognitive flexibility, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Management, Empathy, Cultural Diversity, Leadership and Management, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Innovation, Employee Engagement, Adaptability, Communication

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Blender for Filmmakers: Turn 2D Photos into 3D Scenes

      Skills you'll gain: Animations, Animation and Game Design, 3D Modeling, Motion Graphics, Adobe After Effects, Computer Graphics, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Learn to Draw

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Drawing, Design Elements And Principles, Growth Mindedness, Graphic and Visual Design, Creativity, Lifelong Learning, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Detail Oriented

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Mastering Android App Development

      Skills you'll gain: Android Jetpack, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Azure Cognitive Services - Creating an AI Based Chatbot

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Management, Spring Framework, Java, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Development, Restful API, Web Applications, Debugging

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      XML Practical - Style Sheets with CSS and XSL

      Skills you'll gain: Extensible Markup Language (XML), Extensible Languages and XML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon

      Amazon Junior Software Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Software Development Methodologies, JUnit, Requirements Analysis, Version Control, Application Development, Software Development Life Cycle, SQL, Full-Stack Web Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Systems Development, Software Development, Restful API, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Database Management, MySQL, Digital Transformation, Java Programming, Generative AI

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Speed Up Data Analysis and Presentation Building

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, Graphing, Data Analysis, Oral Expression

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Single Page Web Applications with AngularJS: Johns Hopkins University
    • Data Visualization: Fundamentals to Interactive Storytelling: University of Pittsburgh
    • Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors: University at Buffalo
    • TikTok Features: Duets & Stitches: Coursera
    • Neurodiversity in Workplaces: Inclusive Leadership: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Blender for Filmmakers: Turn 2D Photos into 3D Scenes: Skillshare
    • Learn to Draw: Skillshare
    • Mastering Android App Development: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Azure Cognitive Services - Creating an AI Based Chatbot: EDUCBA
    • XML Practical - Style Sheets with CSS and XSL: EDUCBA

    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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