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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

    Universidad Austral

    Principios esenciales de diseño en Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Target Audience, Aesthetics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Smarter Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Generative AI Agents, Marketing Materials, Ideation, Social Media Content, Content Strategy, Personalized Service, Brainstorming, Search Engine Optimization

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Preparing for the Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer Exam 日本語版

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Processing, Model Deployment, Data Pipelines, Systems Design, Google Cloud Platform, Analytics, Database Development, Data Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, Data Architecture, Data Analysis, Security Controls, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Data Storage Technologies, Scalability, Disaster Recovery

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Sensory Science: Conducting Tests

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Product Testing, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Experience, Case Studies, Research Design, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, Data Collection, Research Reports, Data Analysis, Recruitment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Conceptual Planning of Bridges

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Calculations, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Construction, Conceptual Design, Finite Element Methods, Hydraulics, Materials science, Design

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Negotiation, Team Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, De-escalation Techniques, Root Cause Analysis, Empathy, Discussion Facilitation, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Persistent Memory Technology - Introduction and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Transaction Processing, Data Persistence, Performance Tuning, System Programming, Operating Systems, C++ (Programming Language), System Configuration, Computer Architecture, Data Storage, Computer Hardware, Data Storage Technologies, Application Development

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    71 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Build Your Portfolio Website with Angular JS

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, JavaScript Frameworks, Model View Controller, Javascript, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Software Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Create an Organizational Company Chart with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Design, Organizational Structure, Diagram Design, Marketing Collateral, Graphic Design, Presentations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Using Design to Generate Innovative Business Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Sustainable Business, Business Solutions, Business Modeling, Growth Strategies, Innovation, Design, Value Propositions, User Experience, Sales Process, Prototyping, Customer experience improvement, Consumer Behaviour

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    How to Build an Entrepreneurial AI Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Market Opportunities, Scalability, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, ChatGPT, Business Process Automation, Business Analysis, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Cost Reduction, Generative AI, Innovation, Automation, Customer experience improvement

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Leadership in the Family Business

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Governance, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Talent Management, Organizational Structure, Business Continuity, Entrepreneurship, Conflict Management, Business Economics, Decision Making

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Principios esenciales de diseño en Tableau: Universidad Austral
  • Smarter Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft
  • Preparing for the Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer Exam 日本語版: Google Cloud
  • Sensory Science: Conducting Tests: University of California, Davis
  • Conceptual Planning of Bridges: L&T EduTech
  • Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony: Coursera
  • Persistent Memory Technology - Introduction and Deployment: EDUCBA
  • Build Your Portfolio Website with Angular JS: Coursera
  • Create an Organizational Company Chart with Canva: Coursera
  • Using Design to Generate Innovative Business Solutions: Parsons School of Design, The New School

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