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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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    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Industrial Internet of Things Graduate Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, User Research, Internet Of Things, Power Electronics, Real-Time Operating Systems, Machine Learning Algorithms, Debugging, Persona (User Experience), Failure Analysis, Control Systems, Product Planning, File Systems, User Experience, Verification And Validation, Process Control, Usability Testing, Embedded Systems, User Interface (UI), Machine Controls, Embedded Software

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      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Cloud Spanner について

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Data Migration, Cloud Applications, Relational Databases, SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Systems Administration, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Semiconductor Photonics Graduate Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Power Electronics, Control Systems, Display Devices, Computer Displays, Electronic Components, Electronic Systems, Systems Design, Technical Design, Electrical Engineering, USB, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Materials science, Electronics Engineering, Electric Power Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Equipment Design

      Credit offered

      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

    • O

      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Bachelor of Science in Psychology

      Skills you'll gain:

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Maestría en Ingeniería de Software

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Supervised Learning, Dashboard, Unsupervised Learning, Android Jetpack, Test Automation, Process Analysis, Cloud-Native Computing, Continuous Deployment, Maintainability, Angular, Cost Estimation, Design Thinking, Wireframing, API Design, Internet Of Things, Machine Learning, Microservices, Video Game Development, Security Requirements Analysis

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      BITS Pilani

      Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Relational Databases, User Research, Probability & Statistics, Data Storytelling, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Design, Operating Systems, Android Development, Database Design, Encryption, Bioinformatics, Feature Engineering, Algorithms, TCP/IP, Version Control, Java Programming, Data Structures, Model View Controller

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • I

      Indian Statistical Institute

      Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability, Database Management Systems, Statistical Inference, Economics, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Probability & Statistics, Dimensionality Reduction, Statistical Methods, Lifelong Learning, Regression Analysis, Surveys, Demography, International Finance

      Postgraduate Diploma · 6 - 12 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Virtual Reality, Game Design, Full-Stack Web Development, Mobile Development, Agile Software Development, Animations, Data Ethics, Event-Driven Programming, Git (Version Control System), Web Applications, Data Science, Natural Language Processing, Unsupervised Learning, Combinatorics, Database Design, Network Security, Web Development, Generative AI, Usability Testing

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Principios de ingeniería de software automatizada y ágil Certificado MasterTrack®

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Version Control, Test Automation, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Testing, Maintainability, Continuous Integration, Software Architecture, Git (Version Control System), Software Quality Assurance, Acceptance Testing, Regression Testing, System Testing, Software Design, Angular, Usability, Software Design Patterns, Systems Architecture, Software Engineering, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

      Credit offered

      Mastertrack · 6 - 12 Months

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      Meta

      Inference techniques for local and cloud LLM deployment

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      Advanced · Course

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      Georgetown University

      Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Operations Management, Data Storytelling, Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Competitive Intelligence, Survey Creation, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Social Justice, Descriptive Statistics, Environment, Business Ethics, Capital Budgeting, Market Opportunities, Storytelling, Marketing Planning, International Relations, Policy Development, Political Sciences

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      University of North Texas

      Bachelor of Science in General Business

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Mediation, Compensation and Benefits, Organizational Change, Event Management, Grammar, Sales Process, Data Mining, Data Visualization, Marketing Planning, Design Thinking, Global Marketing, Probability & Statistics, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Digital Media Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Political Sciences, Music History, Sociology

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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

    • Industrial Internet of Things Graduate Certificate: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cloud Spanner について: Google Cloud
    • Semiconductor Photonics Graduate Certificate: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Bachelor of Science in Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Maestría en Ingeniería de Software: Universidad de los Andes
    • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: BITS Pilani
    • Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Statistics: Indian Statistical Institute
    • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: University of London
    • Principios de ingeniería de software automatizada y ágil Certificado MasterTrack®: Universidad de los Andes
    • Inference techniques for local and cloud LLM deployment: Meta

    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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