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Extended Reality Courses

Extended Reality courses can help you learn virtual reality design, augmented reality development, and immersive experience creation. You can build skills in 3D modeling, user interface design, and spatial storytelling. Many courses introduce tools like Unity and Unreal Engine, that support developing interactive environments and simulations. You'll also explore techniques for integrating AI elements to enhance user engagement and create more dynamic experiences.

Popular Extended Reality Courses and Certifications


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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Extended Reality for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Storyboarding, Virtual Reality, Unreal Engine, Interactive Design, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, 3D Assets, Virtual Environment, User Experience, Experience Design, Prototyping, Unity Engine, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Visual Storytelling, Design, Disabilities, Emerging Technologies

    4.7 stars, 604 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (604) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • G

    Google AR & VR

    Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Application Design, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, User Experience Design, Mobile Development, User Experience, User Flows, Computer Hardware

    4.5 stars, 3.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (3.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD)

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Course Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Multimedia, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, User Experience Design, Design, Design Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Brainstorming, Human Centered Design, Professional Development, Needs Assessment, Diversity Awareness, Digital pedagogy, Content Creation, Motivational Skills, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

    4.8 stars, 143 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (143) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    Institute for the Future

    Futures Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Visionary, Proactivity, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Thinking, Action Oriented, Simulations, Optimism, Planning, Community Organizing, Creativity, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Virtual Reality, Responsible AI, Trend Analysis, Storytelling

    4.8 stars, 2K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
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    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of London

    Virtual Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Unity Engine, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Virtual Environment, Computer Graphics, Game Design, Interactive Design, Prototyping, Interaction Design, Storyboarding, User Interface (UI), Human Computer Interaction, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animations, Computer Graphic Techniques, Application Design, Display Devices, Usability Testing

    4.7 stars, 2.1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Intro to AR/VR/MR/XR: Technologies, Applications & Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Disabilities, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Environment, Display Devices, Diversity Awareness, Design Strategies, Human Computer Interaction, Information Privacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Innovation, Human Factors (Security), Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 418 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (418) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Adobe

    Creative Design Tools: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Typography, Color Theory, Document Management, Generative AI, Graphic Design, AI powered creativity, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Adobe Creative Cloud, Document Control, Photography, Visual Storytelling, Adobe Firefly, Graphics Software, Workflow Management, Branding

    4.7 stars, 711 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (711) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Job skills
    Job skills
    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    Skillshare

    Brand Identity Design for Print, Packaging, and Logos

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Packaging and Labeling, Adobe Illustrator, Competitive Analysis, Graphic and Visual Design, Presentations, Color Matching, Typography, Design Strategies, Graphic Design, Layout Design, Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Market Analysis, Branding, Digital Design, Design, Adobe Photoshop, Brand Strategy, Creative Design

    4.7 stars, 20 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • Y

    Yonsei University

    Emerging Technologies: From Smartphones to IoT to Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Augmented Reality, Cloud Computing Architecture, Big Data, Wireless Networks, SPSS (Software), SPSS, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Internet Of Things, Live Streaming, Cloud Platforms, Analytics, Telecommunications, Multimedia, Emerging Technologies, Mobile Development, Apple iOS, Display Devices

    4.7 stars, 2.2K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Infrastructure Security, Network Infrastructure, Threat Modeling, Network Monitoring, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, IT Security Architecture, Firewall, Authorization (Computing), Cybersecurity, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Malware Protection, Network Model, Exploitation techniques, Enterprise Security

    4.8 stars, 741 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (741) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Developing AR/VR/MR/XR Apps with WebXR, Unity & Unreal

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, Virtual Environment, Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Cross Platform Development, Application Development, Prototyping, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, Design Research

    4.6 stars, 98 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (98) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    Transform Your Business with Augmented and Virtual Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Digital Assets, Game Design, Virtual Reality, Blockchain, Virtual Environment, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Driving engagement, MarTech, Business Technologies, Branding, Return On Investment, Business Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), 3D Assets, Promotional Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Digital Marketing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular extended reality courses

  • Extended Reality for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore: Google AR & VR
  • An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD): University of Michigan
  • Futures Thinking: Institute for the Future
  • Virtual Reality: University of London
  • Intro to AR/VR/MR/XR: Technologies, Applications & Issues: University of Michigan
  • Creative Design Tools: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat: Adobe
  • Brand Identity Design for Print, Packaging, and Logos: Skillshare
  • Emerging Technologies: From Smartphones to IoT to Big Data: Yonsei University
  • Network Security: Cisco Learning and Certifications

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