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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


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Architecting and Installing the Apigee Hybrid API Platform

    Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Kubernetes, Cloud API, Google Cloud Platform, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment, Software Installation, Verification And Validation, Containerization, Configuration Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    44 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Adobe Illustrator for Beginners: Creative Brand System

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Logo Design, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Style Guides, Project Design, Digital Design, Typography, Layout Design, File Management, Design Elements And Principles, Design Specifications, Color Theory

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • 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

  • P

    Packt

    CCNA v1.1 (200-301) Video Training Series

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Performance Management, Virtual Networking, Network Monitoring, Firewall, Network Planning And Design, Network Protocols, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, Configuration Management, Encryption, System Configuration, Scalability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Diseña imprimibles para cursos en línea usando Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic Design, Design, Marketing Design, Creative Design, Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Marketing Materials

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    INSEAD

    Blockchain Para a Empresa

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Business Transformation, Governance, Cryptography, Financial Inclusion, Business Analysis, Organizational Structure, Strategic Leadership, Emerging Technologies, Solution Design, Entrepreneurship, Financial Systems, Market Opportunities, Business Modeling, Case Studies, Market Analysis, Business Management, New Business Development

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    40 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Aplicaciones musicales con Arduino

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Components, Electronics, Hardware Design, Music, Embedded Systems, System Configuration, Digital Communications, Creative Design, Physics, Computer Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Construction, Materials Management, Procurement, Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Engineering, Systems Thinking, Waste Minimization, Innovation, Health And Safety Standards

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Strategic Communications

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Strategic Communication, Communication, Business Communication, Persuasive Communication, Technical Management, Professional Development, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Active Listening, Organizational Structure, Presentations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Mastering REST APIs with FastAPI

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, API Design, Application Deployment, Authentications, Cloud Deployment, User Accounts, Debugging, Operational Databases, Back-End Web Development, Software Testing, Software Development, Database Development, Continuous Integration

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Prototypes in Figma: Creating an Initial Low Fidelity Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Figma (Design Software), User Interface (UI) Design, User Flows, Prototyping, Web Design, Application Design, User Accounts

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Evaluate Employee Comprehension with Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Instructional Design, Test Tools, Education Software and Technology, Design, Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Architecting and Installing the Apigee Hybrid API Platform: Google Cloud
  • Adobe Illustrator for Beginners: Creative Brand System: Coursera
  • Introduction to Engineering Design : Starweaver
  • CCNA v1.1 (200-301) Video Training Series: Packt
  • Diseña imprimibles para cursos en línea usando Canva: Coursera
  • Blockchain Para a Empresa: INSEAD
  • Aplicaciones musicales con Arduino: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Foundations of Strategic Communications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Mastering REST APIs with FastAPI: Packt

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