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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Storyboarding, Storytelling, Collaborative Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Team Oriented, Content Creation, Organizational Skills, Presentations
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), API Design, Software Architecture, Software Design, Maintainability, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Generative AI Agents, Data Validation, Performance Tuning, Application Frameworks, System Programming, Algorithms, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Deployment, Data Preprocessing, Network Architecture, Model Evaluation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Docker (Software), Development Environment, Security Controls, Containerization, Interactive Data Visualization, JSON, Network Protocols, Node.JS, Embedded Systems, Authentications, Automation, Data Storage
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Content Creation, Instagram, Scheduling, Facebook, Content Management, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Branding, Advertising, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Integrated Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Communications, Brand Awareness, Marketing, Promotional Strategies, Media Planning, Digital Advertising, Customer Engagement, Media Strategy, Design Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Data Visualization Software, Databases, MySQL, Database Design, Database Systems, SQL, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Query Languages, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Storage, Data Processing, Web Scraping, Python Programming, Data Collection, Display Devices
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Extensible Markup Language (XML), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Computer Graphics, Web Components, Animations, Typography, Semantic Web, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Workplace Bullying Intervention, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Compliance Training, Compliance Management, Training Programs, Communication Strategies, Interactive Learning, Accountability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Object-Relational Mapping, Spring Framework, Hibernate (Java), Apache Maven, Model View Controller, Relational Databases, Database Design, MySQL, Web Applications, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Java, Full-Stack Web Development, Database Development, Application Frameworks, Back-End Web Development, Authentications, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Development, Software Design Patterns
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cinematography, Videography, Photography, Video Production, Video Editing, Design Reviews, Post-Production, Peer Review, Creativity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Video Production, Virtual Environment, Cinematography, Storytelling, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Motion Graphics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks