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Instructional Design Courses

Instructional design courses can help you learn curriculum development, assessment strategies, and learner engagement techniques. You can build skills in creating effective learning experiences, utilizing multimedia resources, and evaluating instructional effectiveness. Many courses introduce tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, and learning management systems, which support the design and delivery of educational content.


Popular Instructional Design Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Toronto

    Стратегии коммуникации в виртуальную эпоху

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Communication, Leadership, Virtual Teams, Presentations, Professional Development, Team Building, Business Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Negotiation, Digital Communications

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Systems Engineering, Mechanics, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Engineering Design Process, Torque (Physics), Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Preparing for the Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect Exam em Português Brasileiro

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Business Systems Analysis, Solution Architecture, Test Planning, Systems Analysis, Solution Design, Cloud Security, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Scalability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Get started with Wix

    Skills you'll gain: Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design, Web Design and Development, No-Code Development, Web Development, User Accounts, Graphic Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Search Engines for Web and Enterprise Data

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics, Semantic Web, Performance Metric, Digital Marketing, Algorithms, Personalized Service, Text Mining, User Feedback, Natural Language Processing, User Research, Data Structures

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Se former à l'égalité

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Pedagogy, Diversity Awareness, Teaching, Sociology, Higher Education, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning, Discussion Facilitation, Emotional Intelligence

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Storying the Self: How Stories Shape our Identities

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Media and Communications, Empathy, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Leadership

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Creación XR y Metaversos para todos

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Prototyping, Virtual Reality, Usability Testing, Augmented Reality, Unity Engine, Virtual Environment, UI/UX Research, Cross Platform Development, 3D Assets, User Interface (UI), Animation and Game Design, Unreal Engine, Interaction Design, User Experience, C# (Programming Language), Development Environment, Display Devices, Event-Driven Programming, Development Testing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Neurologic Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Telehealth, Patient Evaluation, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Collaboration, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Assessment, Health Technology, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Patient Preparation, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Primary Care, Health Care, Health Systems, Telecommunications, Care Management, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    31 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    UBITS

    Los pilares de la negociación

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Collaboration, Relationship Building, Decision Making, Active Listening, Self-Awareness, Continuous Improvement Process

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Les Expressions Lambda et Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Functional Design, Development Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    IBM

    Capstone Project: Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Advertising, Paid media, Presentations, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Content Strategy, LinkedIn, Content Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Target Audience, E-Commerce, Social Media Strategy, Smart Goals, Business Analysis, Market Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Стратегии коммуникации в виртуальную эпоху: University of Toronto
  • Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Preparing for the Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect Exam em Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
  • Get started with Wix: Coursera
  • Search Engines for Web and Enterprise Data: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Se former à l'égalité: University of Geneva
  • Storying the Self: How Stories Shape our Identities: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Creación XR y Metaversos para todos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Neurologic Exam: Duke University
  • Los pilares de la negociación: UBITS

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