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      University at Buffalo

      Intelligent Machining

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Machine Controls, Manufacturing Processes, Automation, Software Systems, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Open Source Technology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Austral

      El trabajo por proyectos en escuelas de contextos rurales

      Skills you'll gain: Project Documentation, Differentiated Instruction, Project Design, Program Evaluation, Curriculum Planning, Lesson Planning, Problem Solving, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Teaching, Student Engagement, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Desain UX Google

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Adobe XD, Mockups, Storyboarding, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Usability Testing, Graphic and Visual Design, Figma (Design Software), Design Elements And Principles, UI/UX Research, Design Reviews, Responsive Web Design, Presentations, User Story, Cross Platform Development, User Centered Design, Prototyping, Ideation, Web Design

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      508 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

      Digital Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Design, Manufacturing and Production, Engineering Drawings, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Prototyping, Industrial Design, Product Engineering, Process Development, Robotic Process Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Materials science, Automation, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Standards

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Public Health, Health Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Sustainable Design, Gerontology, Climate Change Adaptation, Demography, Environmental Issue, Pollution Prevention

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      170 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build social awareness content for Instagram with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Instagram, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Video Production, Social Justice

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Pressure, Force, Motion, and Humidity Sensors

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Real Time Data, Machine Controls, Electrical Engineering, Laboratory Equipment, Electronic Components, Laboratory Experience

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      256 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Certified Ethical Hacking (v12)

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Application Security, Firewall, Hardening, Network Monitoring, Exploit development, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Controls, Virtualization, Encryption, Exploitation techniques, Solution Design, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Web Servers, Network Analysis, SQL

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      261 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Get started with Wix

      Skills you'll gain: Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design, Web Design and Development, No-Code Development, Web Development, User Accounts, Graphic Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create an Infographic in Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      SkillUp

      Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Risk Mitigation, Active Listening, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Risk Analysis, Communication, Project Management Software, Stakeholder Communications, Agile Methodology, Conflict Management, Project Documentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      218 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      .Net Full Stack Foundation

      Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Program Development, Development Environment, Microsoft Visual Studio, Back-End Web Development, Software Design Patterns

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      272 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Intelligent Machining: University at Buffalo
    • El trabajo por proyectos en escuelas de contextos rurales: Universidad Austral
    • Desain UX Google: Google
    • Digital Manufacturing: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
    • Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions: University of Copenhagen
    • Build social awareness content for Instagram with Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Pressure, Force, Motion, and Humidity Sensors : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Certified Ethical Hacking (v12): LearnKartS
    • Get started with Wix: Coursera Project Network
    • Create an Infographic in Canva: Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn Instructional Design?

    Instructional design focuses on developing educational content and experiences that help people learn effectively—whether in classrooms, online platforms, or workplace training. It blends learning science, curriculum development, and digital tools to support meaningful outcomes. Learning instructional design can prepare you to create engaging learning solutions across education, business, and nonprofit sectors.

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