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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


  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Disaster Recovery, Application Security, Cyber Operations, Cryptography, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Systems Security, Cyber Risk, Encryption, Secure Coding, Systems Development Life Cycle, Security Controls, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Infrastructure Security, Security Awareness, Cryptographic Protocols

    ★ 4.3 (2.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Embedding Sensors and Motors

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Machine Controls, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Process Control, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Real Time Data, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Manufacturing Processes, Three-Phase, Thermal Management, Hardware Design, Electrical Engineering

    ★ 4.6 (2.9K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Packt

    Godot 4 for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Software Design Documents, Software Design, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Program Development, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Interactive Design, Programming Principles, User Interface (UI), Development Environment, Visual Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • Y

    Yonsei University

    Emerging Technologies: From Smartphones to IoT to Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Augmented Reality, Cloud Computing Architecture, Big Data, Wireless Networks, SPSS (Software), SPSS, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Internet Of Things, Live Streaming, Cloud Platforms, Analytics, Telecommunications, Multimedia, Emerging Technologies, Mobile Development, Apple iOS, Display Devices

    ★ 4.7 (2.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IE Business School

    Branding: The Creative Journey

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Value Propositions, Customer experience strategy (CX), Storytelling, Branding, Customer experience improvement, Content Marketing, Brand Management, Content Creation, Brand Awareness, Driving engagement, Logo Design, Drive Engagement, Journey Mapping, Journalism, Campaign Management, Creativity, Target Audience, Marketing Operations, Communication

    ★ 4.6 (1.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    AutoCAD For Dummies

    Skills you'll gain: AutoCAD, Autodesk, Technical Drawing, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Drawings, 3D Modeling, Architectural Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design Software, Engineering Documentation, Plot (Graphics), Technical Documentation, Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Data Import/Export, Digital Design, Design and Product, Design Elements And Principles

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI for Educators & Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, ChatGPT, Ideation, Verification And Validation, AI literacy, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Risking, AI Personalization, Image Analysis, LLM Application, Innovation, Brainstorming, Game Design, Organizational Skills, Lesson Planning

    ★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Blender 3D Fundamentals & Character Design

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Network Model, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Software Installation, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Control Panels, User Interface (UI), Graphical Tools, UI Components, Aesthetics, Editing, Dataflow, Animations, Scalability, Debugging

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Virtual Teacher

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Instructional Design, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Education Software and Technology, Drive Engagement, Instructing, Parent Communication, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Learning Management Systems, Student Support and Services, Course Development, Collaborative Software, Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Teaching, AI Personalization, Data Management, Collaboration, Planning

    ★ 4.6 (2.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Network Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, OSI Models, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Communication Systems, Routing Protocols, Telecommunications, Network Routing, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, General Networking, Computer Networking, System Programming, Data Validation, Data Integrity

    ★ 4.6 (2.4K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Computers and Operating Systems and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storage Technologies, Operating Systems, Data Loss Prevention, Generative Model Architectures, Data Maintenance, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Management, IT Infrastructure, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Email Security, Productivity Software, Cybersecurity, AI literacy, Computer Architecture, Computing Platforms, Cloud Computing

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google

    AI for Research and Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Google Workspace

    ★ 4.7 (762) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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