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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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      Arizona State University

      Battery Comparison, Manufacturing, and Packaging

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Equipment Design, Production Process, Electronic Components, Energy and Utilities, Thermal Management, Manufacturing Operations, Electrical Safety, Safety Assurance, Quality Assurance, Performance Testing, Chemistry, Environmental Issue

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Systems, PIC Microcontrollers, Computer Systems, Internet Of Things, Automation, Vibrations, System Programming, Control Systems, C (Programming Language), Programmable Logic Controllers, Hardware Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Electronics, Wireless Networks, Medical Equipment and Technology, Electric Power Systems, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Learn to Code with Ruby

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Ruby (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Unit Testing, Ruby on Rails, Software Design, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Software Testing, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Scripting, Apple Xcode, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Microsoft Windows, Web Development

      4.6
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Spring Framework for Java Development

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Application Security, Java, Application Frameworks, Model View Controller, Development Environment, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Apache Maven, Authorization (Computing), Authentications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Decision-Making for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Strategic Decision-Making, Brainstorming, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Resourcefulness, Creativity, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking, Root Cause Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis, Innovation, Business Ethics, Analysis, Data Collection, Collaboration

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Indian Institute of Science

      Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Documentation, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Medical Equipment and Technology, Electronics Engineering, Vital Signs, Technical Documentation, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Electronics, Chemistry, Technical Communication, Semiconductors, ISO 13485 Standard, Internet Of Things, Laboratory Equipment, Electrical Engineering, Health Technology, Molecular Biology, Engineering Design Process, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Scrimba

      Build AI Apps with LangChain.js

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Application Performance Management, Generative AI, Scalability, User Interface (UI), Databases, Maintainability, Data Storage

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Copenhagen

      Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Community Development, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Demography, Environmental Issue, Innovation, Pollution Prevention, Environment, Geriatrics, Sociology

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Power BI Data Analyst Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Power BI, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Star Schema, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, Data Security

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Nuclear fuel management: a practical approach

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Thermal Management, Radiation Protection, Waste Minimization, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Design Process, Facility Management, Engineering Calculations, Control Systems, Environmental Engineering, Safety Assurance, Cost Estimation, Chemistry, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Mathematical Modeling

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      GenAI in Business: Strategies for Successful Execution

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Customer experience strategy (CX), Solution Delivery, Innovation, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Project Risk Management, Project Performance, Solution Design, Risk Management, Business Process, Experience Design, Communication Strategies, Business Metrics, Stakeholder Communications, Business Risk Management, Business Strategy

      4.8
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Intermediate Web and Front-End Development

      Skills you'll gain: Webpack, Search Engine Optimization, Web Development Tools, Web Analytics and SEO, Performance Tuning, Build Tools, Debugging, Front-End Web Development, Test Automation, Development Testing, Performance Testing, Software Development Tools, WordPress, Javascript

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Battery Comparison, Manufacturing, and Packaging: Arizona State University
    • VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications: L&T EduTech
    • Learn to Code with Ruby: Packt
    • Spring Framework for Java Development: SkillUp EdTech
    • Decision-Making for Everyone: Arizona State University
    • Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications: Indian Institute of Science
    • Build AI Apps with LangChain.js: Scrimba
    • Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions: University of Copenhagen
    • Power BI Data Analyst Prep: SkillUp EdTech
    • Nuclear fuel management: a practical approach: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    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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