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    Instructional design courses can help you learn how to create effective learning experiences using educational theory, technology, and learner-centered strategies.

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      Packt

      Applied Generative AI & NLP with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, OpenAI, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Open Source Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining, Databases, Database Management, API Design, Feature Engineering, Python Programming, Data Processing

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      LearnKartS

      AWS Tools and Services for AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Data Store

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Data Warehousing Essentials for Analytics and AI Support

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Data Warehousing, Data Modeling, Business Intelligence, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Mart, Relational Databases, Star Schema, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Analysis, Databases, Data Integrity, Data Mining, SQL, Query Languages

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Strategic Leadership: Visionary Skills for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Change, Employee Engagement, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Change Management, Communication Strategies, Communication, Visionary, Organizational Strategy, Empathy, Negotiation, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Culture

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Use Data Canvas to Visualize and Design Queries

      Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Query Languages, Data Integration, Data Analysis

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Northeastern University

      Mastering UX & Business App Development with OOP

      Skills you'll gain: Java, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Application Development, User Interface (UI), Development Environment, Software Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Software Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      برمجة Java: إنشاء نظام ترشيح

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Software Design, Algorithms, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Management, Persona (User Experience), Application Development, Computer Programming, Data Analysis Software

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Getting Started with Teradata

      Skills you'll gain: Teradata SQL, Database Design, Database Management, Data Architecture, Data Modeling, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Administration, Data Warehousing, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, Databases, Extract, Transform, Load, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, SQL, Data Import/Export, Data Processing, Performance Tuning, Software Installation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Configuring Vector Search in Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL

      Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Google Cloud Platform, Database Development, SQL, Database Design, Database Systems, Generative AI

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Design corporate presentations with Piktochart

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentation, Data Visualization, Corporate Communications, Business Communication, Storytelling, Marketing Communications

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      SAE Institute México

      Bulletproof 2. Networking Autopsy

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Resilience, Overcoming Obstacles, Empathy, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Communication

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Managing Databases - End to End Web Development

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Database Management, Database Design, MySQL, Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Databases, Relational Databases, SQL, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, Authentications, MongoDB, Authorization (Computing), Software Installation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Applied Generative AI & NLP with Python: Packt
    • AWS Tools and Services for AI: LearnKartS
    • Data Warehousing Essentials for Analytics and AI Support: Northeastern University
    • Strategic Leadership: Visionary Skills for Success: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Use Data Canvas to Visualize and Design Queries: Google Cloud
    • Mastering UX & Business App Development with OOP: Northeastern University
    • برمجة Java: إنشاء نظام ترشيح: Duke University
    • Getting Started with Teradata: LearnQuest
    • Configuring Vector Search in Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL: Google Cloud
    • Design corporate presentations with Piktochart: 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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