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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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      Google Cloud

      Moderniser des sites Web à l'aide de l'IA générative sur Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Personalization, Web Content, Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, User Experience, Content Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Create Amazing Macros in Affinity Photo

      Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Typography, Editing, Photography, Graphic and Visual Design, Automation, Color Theory

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Khalifa University

      Environmental Protection and Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Management Systems, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Safety Assurance, Environmental Science, Emergency Response, Regulatory Compliance, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Risk Analysis, Risk Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Everyday Excel, Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Management, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Data Validation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Problem Solving

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Social Skills, Personal Development, Empathy, Self-Motivation, Professional Development, Collaboration, Leadership Development, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Relationship Building, Resilience, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Stress Management, Adaptability

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Mastering Advanced SQL Queries

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Maintainability, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Teamwork, Telecommuting, Collaboration, Prioritization, Scheduling, Professional Development, Time Management, Digital Communications, Productivity, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Azure Cloud Computing Training for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, DevOps, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Integration, Cloud Platforms, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Identity and Access Management, CI/CD, Cloud Storage, Data Lakes, General Networking, Network Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      SEO Audits: Find & Fix Common Website SEO Issues

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Web Analytics, Auditing, Content Strategy, Content Performance Analysis, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Performance Metric, Prioritization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EC-Council

      Information Security Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Systems Development Life Cycle, Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Threat Detection, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Controls, Computer Security, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Information Systems, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pearson

      Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 4

      Skills you'll gain: Wide Area Networks, Network Troubleshooting, Network Monitoring, Software-Defined Networking, System Configuration, Network Performance Management, Firewall, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Services, Software As A Service, TCP/IP, Cloud Technologies, Network Security, Performance Tuning, Intrusion Detection and Prevention

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Campus to Corporate Training Program

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Teamwork, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Growth Mindedness, Team Leadership, Influencing, Productivity, Personal Integrity, Compliance Management, Information Privacy, Writing and Editing, Safety Culture, Employee Engagement, Accountability, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Authentications

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Moderniser des sites Web à l'aide de l'IA générative sur Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Create Amazing Macros in Affinity Photo: Skillshare
    • Environmental Protection and Sustainability: Khalifa University
    • Everyday Excel, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace: LearnKartS
    • Mastering Advanced SQL Queries: Coursera
    • Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams: Skillshare
    • Azure Cloud Computing Training for Beginners: Simplilearn
    • SEO Audits: Find & Fix Common Website SEO Issues : Skillshare
    • Information Security Fundamentals: EC-Council

    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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