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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.


Popular Instructional Design Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    SQLServer for Beginners: Database Design & CRUD Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Development, Microsoft SQL Servers, SQL, Database Management, Databases, Business Requirements, Web Applications

    4.1
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Microsoft

    Upgrade Your Marketing Strategy with Microsoft Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Design, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Performance Reporting, Marketing Channel, Generative AI, Microsoft 365, Customer Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Customer experience improvement, Customer Retention

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Introdução aos Sistemas de Informação para Negócios

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, IT Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Service Management, Interoperability, Business Transformation, Data Strategy, DevOps, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Systems Integration, Innovation, Application Programming Interface (API), Service Design, Service Level, Organizational Strategy, Mobile Banking, Social Media, E-Commerce, Organizational Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    73 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Codio

    C++: Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    A Manager's Guide to Modern Hiring by AIRS®

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Training, Workplace inclusivity, Talent Recruitment, Diversity Programs, New Hire Orientations, Process Improvement, Relationship Building, Human Resources, Brand Awareness, Talent Management, Consultative Approaches, Customer experience strategy (CX), Collaboration, Personalized Service, Teamwork, Leadership and Management, Time Management, Decision Making, Communication, Critical Thinking

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    What is Qualitative Research?

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Research Design, Social Sciences, Interviewing Skills, Psychology, Case Studies, Analytical Skills

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Simplilearn

    CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Project Planning, Data Visualization, Agile Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Solution Design, Cost Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Business Analysis, Excel Formulas, Requirements Elicitation, Stakeholder Management, Scope Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Validation

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Application of Health Equity Research Methods for Practice and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Public Health, Community Health, Epidemiology, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Care, Research Design, Program Evaluation, Cultural Diversity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    43 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Cómo crear tu marca personal usando Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Graphic Design, Branding, Content Creation, Target Audience, Presentations, Social Media Content, Brand Strategy, Creativity, Social Media, Social Media Marketing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    43 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Enhance Student Learning with Interactive Lessons in Nearpod

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Blended Learning, Education Software and Technology, Instructional Strategies, Lesson Planning, Student Engagement, Differentiated Instruction, Google Workspace

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Scrimba

    Responsive Web Design

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Web Design and Development, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Application Deployment, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Software Engineering

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.1: Tools & Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Figma (Design Software), Prototyping, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Usability, Persona (User Experience), Typography, Collaborative Software, User Interface (UI) Design, Mockups, UI Components

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • SQLServer for Beginners: Database Design & CRUD Operations: Coursera
  • Upgrade Your Marketing Strategy with Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft
  • Introdução aos Sistemas de Informação para Negócios: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • C++: Data Structures and Algorithms: Codio
  • A Manager's Guide to Modern Hiring by AIRS®: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • What is Qualitative Research?: American Psychological Association
  • CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training: Simplilearn
  • Application of Health Equity Research Methods for Practice and Policy : Johns Hopkins University
  • Cómo crear tu marca personal usando Canva: Coursera
  • Enhance Student Learning with Interactive Lessons in Nearpod: Coursera

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