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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Tree Maps, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Analysis, Computational Thinking, Python Programming
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Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: User Research, User Experience Design, User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Verification And Validation, Usability Testing, Internet Of Things, Design Research, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Human Computer Interaction, Embedded Systems, Application Programming Interface (API), Prototyping, Network Protocols, User Interface (UI) Design, Software Development
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, LinkedIn, Software Development, Software Engineering, Technical Design, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving, Verbal Communication Skills, GitHub
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power BI, Dashboard, No-Code Development, Data Visualization, Data Integration, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft 365, Business Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Application Development, Data Analysis, Performance Analysis, Generative AI Agents, Application Design, Automation, Data Security, Business Process, Microsoft Teams
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Performance Testing, Digital pedagogy, Data Management, Virtual Environment, Record Keeping, Technology Strategies, Data Analysis Software, Test Planning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Simulations, Model Evaluation, Performance Testing, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Markov Model, Algorithms, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, z/OS, Virtualization, IBM Cloud, Virtual Machines, Infrastructure Architecture, Computer Architecture, Enterprise Security, Computer Systems, Computer Hardware, Cryptography, System Configuration, Process Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Architectural Design, Sustainable Development, Stormwater Management, Building Codes, Community Development, Land Development, Public Works, Sustainable Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Transportation Operations, Civil Engineering, Case Studies, Environmental Engineering, Building Design, Economic Development, Land Management, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Science
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Object-Relational Mapping, Cloud Security, Java, Scalability, Cloud Applications, Web Services, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, JSON, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Data Security, Restful API, Object Oriented Design, Database Design, Systems Architecture, Software Design, Dependency Analysis, Application Deployment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: People Management, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Decision Making, Organizational Structure, Team Motivation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Compensation Management, Job Analysis, Recruitment, Leadership, Change Management, Constructive Feedback
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Creative Thinking, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Workforce Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Adaptability, Growth Mindedness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of North Texas
Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Reports, Data Collection, Sample Size Determination, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks