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      Packt

      ServiceNow System Administrator from Zero to Hero

      Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, Service Level, Systems Administration, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Database Application, System Configuration, Automation, Application Design, Content Management, Scripting, Management Information Systems

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      digital.auto

      SDV 101: Introduction to Software Defined Vehicles

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development, Embedded Software, Software Architecture, Microservices, Digital Transformation, Virtualization, Simulation and Simulation Software, DevOps, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence, Safety Standards

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create IT Diagrams with Lucidchart

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Collaborative Software, Technical Communication, Technical Documentation, Graphical Tools, User Accounts

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Infosec

      Secure Coding in Laravel

      Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Application Security, Security Testing, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Data Validation, Encryption, Security Software, Data Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Verification And Validation, Database Application, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, User Accounts, Configuration Management, Web Development Tools

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Understanding Data: Navigating Statistics, Science, and AI

      Skills you'll gain: Histogram, Generative AI, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Data Storytelling, Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Experimentation, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Research Design, Responsible AI, Statistical Visualization, Research, Artificial Intelligence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Skillshare

      Canva Design Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Typography, Logo Design, Branding, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Video Production, Design, Color Theory, Competitive Analysis, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Design Software, Document Management, Design Elements And Principles, Content Creation, Photo Editing, File Management, Design Strategies, Image Quality

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Board Infinity

      Advanced SHRM Competencies and Knowledge

      Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Leadership Development, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Strategies, Human Resource Strategy, HR Tech, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Communication, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Labor Compliance, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Team Building, Innovation, Change Management, Employee Onboarding, Decision Making

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      From Wellhead to Refinery: Midstream Oil and Gas Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Petroleum Industry, Oil and Gas, Environmental Regulations, Pump Stations, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Water Quality, Production Process, Hydraulics, Control Systems, Three-Phase, Equipment Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Social Sciences, Art History, Community Development, Pedagogy, Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Teaching, Collaboration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Packt

      Selenium Python Automation Testing and Frameworks

      Skills you'll gain: Automation, Scripting, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), File Management, Development Environment, Debugging, Software Design Patterns

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Arm

      Cortex-M Software Development Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Software Development, Development Environment, Debugging, C (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Architecture, C++ (Programming Language), Performance Tuning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Striking Real Estate Instagram Posts in Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Instagram, Creative Design, Social Media Content, Graphics Software, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Real Estate

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • ServiceNow System Administrator from Zero to Hero: Packt
    • SDV 101: Introduction to Software Defined Vehicles: digital.auto
    • Create IT Diagrams with Lucidchart: Coursera Project Network
    • Secure Coding in Laravel: Infosec
    • Understanding Data: Navigating Statistics, Science, and AI: University of Michigan
    • Canva Design Essentials: Skillshare
    • Advanced SHRM Competencies and Knowledge: Board Infinity
    • From Wellhead to Refinery: Midstream Oil and Gas Processing: L&T EduTech
    • ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía : Duke University
    • Selenium Python Automation Testing and Frameworks: Packt

    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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