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    Instructional design courses can help you learn how to create effective learning experiences using educational theory, technology, and learner-centered strategies.

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      Illinois Tech

      Fundamentals of Web Development

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript and jQuery, Responsive Web Design, Web Development, Version Control, Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, GitHub, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Infrastructure Architecture, Browser Compatibility, Application Programming Interface (API), Animations

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      4.6
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Develop a Company Website with Wix

      Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Blogs, Content Development and Management, Content Management, Web Design, Web Design and Development, User Accounts, Brand Management, Digital Marketing, Public Relations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Full Website using WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Web Development, Blogs, Content Development and Management, Social Media, Marketing, Design, Computer Science

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to 3D Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Design Elements And Principles, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer-Aided Design, Design, Mechanical Design, Architectural Design, Creativity

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a free website with WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Content Creation, Creativity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      National Taiwan University

      3D CAD Fundamental

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Software Installation, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      662 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creativity, Curiosity, Problem Solving, Collaboration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Promotional Video using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Engagement, Canva (Software), Selling Techniques, Video Production, Marketing Materials, Presentations, Promotional Materials, Social Media Campaigns, Promotional Strategies, Multimedia, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Value Propositions, Content Creation, Animations

      4.3
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of London

      Brand Management: Aligning Business, Brand and Behaviour

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Branding, Brand Marketing, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Employee Engagement, Marketing Management, Global Marketing, Internal Communications, Customer experience strategy (CX), Human Resources, Organizational Change, Consumer Behaviour, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università Bocconi

      Management of Fashion and Luxury Companies

      Skills you'll gain: Retail Store Operations, Brand Management, Digital Media Strategy, Global Marketing, Financial Reporting, Communication Strategies, Market Opportunities, Marketing Management, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), E-Commerce, Consumer Behaviour, Storytelling, Market Trend, Product Development

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to HTML, CSS, & JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Javascript, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Scripting, Browser Compatibility, Application Programming Interface (API), Back-End Web Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      589 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      服務模式的體驗、設計與創新:從痛點到賣點 (Experience, Design, and Innovation of Service Models: from Pain Points to Selling Points)

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Service Design, Customer experience improvement, Financial Services, Market Dynamics, Innovation, Product Design, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Fundamentals of Web Development: Illinois Tech
    • Develop a Company Website with Wix: Coursera Project Network
    • Build a Full Website using WordPress: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to 3D Modeling: University of Michigan
    • Build a free website with WordPress: Coursera Project Network
    • 3D CAD Fundamental: National Taiwan University
    • Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success: Imperial College London
    • Create a Promotional Video using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Brand Management: Aligning Business, Brand and Behaviour: University of London
    • Management of Fashion and Luxury Companies: Università Bocconi

    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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