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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


  • B

    Board Infinity

    Learn SAP ABAP Fundamentals and Core Programming Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: SAP S/4HANA, Business Logic, SAP Applications, Business Reporting, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Report Writing, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), Program Development, UI Components, Test Tools, Data Entry, Eclipse (Software), Software Engineering, Maintainability, Development Environment, Data Structures

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Scientific Writing for Research Grant Proposals

    Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Writing, Grant Applications, Editing, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Organizational Skills

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    28 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Manage Resources in Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Windows PowerShell, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Software As A Service, Virtual Machines, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Resource Management, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, Verification And Validation

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    JavaScript Essentials For Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Interaction Design, Scripting, Web Development, Data Validation

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Robotics, PIC Microcontrollers, Computer Systems, Internet Of Things, Automation, Control Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, C (Programming Language), Programmable Logic Controllers, Peripheral Devices, Electronics, Wireless Networks, Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems, Computer Architecture, Civil Engineering, Electronic Systems

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    How to create Social Media graphics using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Design Elements And Principles, Graphic and Visual Design, Content Creation, Design, Graphic Design, Photo Editing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    GRAMMY GO

    Building Your Audience for Music Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Digital Media Strategy, Media Strategy, Professional Networking, Content Strategy, Promotional Strategies, Branding, Marketing Analytics, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Budget Management, Customer Engagement, Content Marketing, Creative Design, Target Audience, Digital Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Customer Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Introduction to C++ Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, C++ (Programming Language), Software Documentation, API Design, Program Development, Pseudocode, Software Architecture, Software Design, Maintainability, Computational Thinking, System Programming, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Generative AI Agents, Integrated Development Environments, Technical Documentation, Generative AI, Application Development, Data Validation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data, Privacy and AI Security

    Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Data Security, Security Testing, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Governance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Strategy, Cloud Security, Data Management, Data Loss Prevention, Cybersecurity, Data Integrity, Security Management, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Cyber Operations, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Take your resume to the next level with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Visual Design, Layout Design, Entrepreneurship, Critical Thinking

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Skillshare

    Figma Pro Pt. 1: Auto Layouts, Grids & Components

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Responsive Web Design, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Layout Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Design Strategies, Web Design, Scalability, Prototyping

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    Introduction to Engineering Design

    Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Product Engineering, Mechanical Design, Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Conceptual Design, Sustainable Design, Creativity, Problem Solving, Prototyping, Innovation, Analytical Skills, Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Emerging Technologies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Learn SAP ABAP Fundamentals and Core Programming Concepts: Board Infinity
  • Scientific Writing for Research Grant Proposals: University of Colorado System
  • Manage Resources in Azure: Microsoft
  • JavaScript Essentials For Beginners : Coursera
  • VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications: L&T EduTech
  • How to create Social Media graphics using Canva: Coursera
  • Building Your Audience for Music Professionals: GRAMMY GO
  • Microsoft Introduction to C++ Programming: Microsoft
  • Cyber Security: Data, Privacy and AI Security: Macquarie University
  • Take your resume to the next level with Canva: Coursera

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