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.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Scientific Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Presentation, Color Theory, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Visualization, Tree Maps, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Plot (Graphics), Data Literacy, Heat Maps, Computer Displays, Exploratory Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Mapping, Display Devices
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Project Management, Storytelling, Intercultural Competence, Communication Strategies, Professional Development, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Professional Networking, Cultural Diversity, Strategic Planning, Collaboration, Public Speaking, Smart Goals, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Planning, Leadership, Time Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Experimentation, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Scientific Methods, Program Evaluation, Statistical Methods, Sample Size Determination, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Communication, Leadership, Virtual Teams, Presentations, Professional Development, Team Building, Business Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Negotiation, Digital Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Information Technology, Operating Systems, Web Applications, Collaborative Software, Computer Literacy, Python Programming, Application Development, Microsoft Office, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Backlogs, Product Roadmaps, Sprint Planning, User Research, Product Planning, Agile Methodology, Prioritization, Product Development, Product Strategy
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Writing and Editing, Software Documentation, Proofreading, Writing, Report Writing, Usability, Target Audience, Prompt Engineering, Style Guides, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Design, User Experience, Document Management, Quality Assurance, User Research, Research Methodologies
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Javascript, Software Design Patterns, Data Management, Data Structures, Prototyping, Web Development, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Creation, Social Media Content, Social Media, Instagram, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Organizational Skills, Facebook, Video Production
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, Prompt Engineering, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Data Visualization Software, Analysis, Data Manipulation, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Persona (User Experience), User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Usability, User Research, Design Research, Prototyping, Miro AI, User Flows, Mockups, Ideation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Wireframing, User Experience Design, User Experience, Usability, User Interface (UI), Prototyping, Information Architecture, Mockups, Web Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours