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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Create Interactive Choice Boards with Seesaw

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Microsoft Office, Instructional Design

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Java Servlets Case Study - Online Admission Process

    Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Java, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Systems Development, Application Servers, Database Design, Databases, Application Design, Back-End Web Development, Web Applications, Business Logic, Secure Coding, Data Validation, Payment Systems, Document Management, Authentications, Verification And Validation, File Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · 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

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    CPS Design for Mechatronics, Healthcare, EV & Robotics

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Robotics, Electronic Systems, PIC Microcontrollers, Automation, Control Systems, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems, Hydraulics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Real Time Data

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • C

    Coursera

    YouTube Shorts: Create Winning Content

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Content Strategy, Content Creation, Storytelling, Video Editing, Videography, Drive Engagement

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Cloud Spanner - Defining Schemas and Understanding Query Plans

    Skills you'll gain: Operational Databases, Database Administration, Database Management, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Database Design, Google Cloud Platform, Data Import/Export, Data Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Microsoft SQL Server: Performance Tuning Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Performance Tuning, SQL, Database Management, Stored Procedure, Database Design, Operational Databases, Database Development, Query Languages, System Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Oralpha: Literacy for new citizens, a course for trainers

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Multilingualism, Teaching, Intercultural Competence, Language Learning, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Literacy, Diversity Training, Social Sciences, Student-Centred Learning

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Create Interactive Choice Boards with Seesaw: Coursera
  • Java Servlets Case Study - Online Admission Process: EDUCBA
  • Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits: University of Colorado Boulder
  • CPS Design for Mechatronics, Healthcare, EV & Robotics: L&T EduTech
  • Preparing for the Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect Exam em Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
  • Storying the Self: How Stories Shape our Identities: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Capstone Project: Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking: IBM
  • Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Neurologic Exam: Duke University
  • YouTube Shorts: Create Winning Content: Coursera
  • Cloud Spanner - Defining Schemas and Understanding Query Plans: Google Cloud

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