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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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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      ما هي الإدارة ولماذا نحتاج إليها |What and Why of Management

      Skills you'll gain: Business Management, Leadership and Management, Business Administration, Performance Management, Organizational Structure, Team Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Goal Setting, Leadership, Human Resources

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: enfoque cuantitativo

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Program Evaluation, Education Software and Technology, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Education and Training, Instructional Design, Statistical Analysis

      4.8
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      142 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Web Development with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Web Development, Flask (Web Framework), Restful API, Selenium (Software), Front-End Web Development, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Secure Coding, Object-Relational Mapping, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Security, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, HTML and CSS, Back-End Web Development, Databases, Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, Vue.JS, Collaboration

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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Pipe Material Specification

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Design, Blueprint Reading, Process Flow Diagrams, Failure Analysis, Thermal Management, Technical Standard, Engineering Calculations, Vibrations, Simulation and Simulation Software

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Bases y primeros pasos en latex

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Documentation, Technical Writing, Document Management, Software Design Documents

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      194 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Arduino For Beginners - 2023 Complete Course

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Electronics, Programming Principles, Interactive Design, Display Devices, Control Systems, Computer Programming, Technical Communication, Embedded Systems, Development Environment, Simulation and Simulation Software, Digital Communications, Debugging, Data Storage, Real Time Data

      4.7
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      3D Modeling for 3D Printing and Laser Cutting on Fusion 360

      Skills you'll gain: Autodesk, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer-Aided Design, Software Installation, Industrial Design, Engineering Tolerance, Product Design, Design, User Interface (UI)

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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Fundamentals of Database Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Information Systems, Database Software, Database Systems, Database Design, Information Management, Databases, Relational Databases, Database Management, Data Management

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      LearnQuest

      Java Servlet Pages (JSPs)

      Skills you'll gain: Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Scripting, Application Servers, Javascript and jQuery, Java, Apache Tomcat, Server Side, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Applications, Model View Controller

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      92 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Content Creation, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Programming, Automation, Web Analytics and SEO

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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      JavaScript Essentials For Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Web Design and Development, Interactive Design, Web Applications, Interaction Design, Scripting, UI Components, Web Development, Scripting Languages, Data Validation

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      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      Coursera Project Network

      Azure: create a REST API using NodeJS Serverless Functions

      Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Serverless Computing, Restful API, Node.JS, Microsoft Azure, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Web Services, Cloud Applications

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      99 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    • ما هي الإدارة ولماذا نحتاج إليها |What and Why of Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: enfoque cuantitativo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Web Development with Python: Microsoft
    • Pipe Material Specification : L&T EduTech
    • Bases y primeros pasos en latex: Coursera Project Network
    • Arduino For Beginners - 2023 Complete Course: Packt
    • 3D Modeling for 3D Printing and Laser Cutting on Fusion 360: Packt
    • Fundamentals of Database Systems: Coursera Project Network
    • Java Servlet Pages (JSPs): LearnQuest
    • Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics: Board Infinity

    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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