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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Data Visualization for Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Storytelling, Scientific Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Graphical Tools, Video Production

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Techniques for Teaching Adjectives and Adjective Clauses

      Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Language Competency

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Using AI to Expand Creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Art History, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Innovation, Collaboration, Experimentation, Music History

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Smartsheet Tutorial for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Spreadsheet Software, Project Management Software, Process Design, Data Entry, Excel Formulas, Automation, Data Import/Export, Data Management, Document Management, Collaborative Software, User Accounts

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      M2M & IoT Interface Design & Protocols for Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Microservices, Cloud Services, Communication Systems, Middleware, Embedded Systems, Cloud Technologies, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Wireless Networks

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Design Thinking and Global Startup

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Sales Presentations, Entrepreneurship, Product Development, Prototyping, Presentations, Lean Methodologies, Value Propositions, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Market Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      133 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Concept Art for Video Games

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Video Game Development, Adobe Photoshop, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphical Tools, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Import/Export, Design Elements And Principles, Image Analysis, Color Theory, Editing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      109 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Ethical and Regulatory Implications of Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Compliance Management, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risking, Governance, Data Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      SAP S/4HANA: From ABAP to Cloud-Ready Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Business Logic, SAP Applications, Unit Testing, Restful API, Application Deployment, Application Design, Debugging, Full-Stack Web Development, Business Reporting, Application Development, Management Reporting, Report Writing, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Program Development, Software Architecture, Enterprise Application Management, Development Environment, HTML and CSS

      3.1
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Design Basics of Steel Buildings

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Building Codes, Construction, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Sustainable Engineering, Safety Standards

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Mastering REST APIs with FastAPI

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, API Design, Application Deployment, Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, User Accounts, Email Automation, Debugging, Back-End Web Development, Software Testing, Development Testing, Software Development, Database Development, Continuous Integration

      4.4
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Industrial Fluid systems & Smart Factory Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Automation Engineering, Hydraulics, Programmable Logic Controllers, Control Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Real Time Data, Internet Of Things, Automation, Industrial Engineering, Hardware Troubleshooting, Equipment Design, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Failure Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Manufacturing Operations, Lean Manufacturing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • 3D Data Visualization for Science Communication: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Techniques for Teaching Adjectives and Adjective Clauses: University of California, Irvine
    • Using AI to Expand Creativity: University of Michigan
    • Smartsheet Tutorial for Beginners: Packt
    • M2M & IoT Interface Design & Protocols for Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Design Thinking and Global Startup: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Concept Art for Video Games: Michigan State University
    • Ethical and Regulatory Implications of Generative AI: Microsoft
    • SAP S/4HANA: From ABAP to Cloud-Ready Applications: Board Infinity
    • Design Basics of Steel Buildings: L&T EduTech

    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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