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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


  • A

    AI CERTs

    Learn AI Agents: Design, Build & Deploy

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Generative AI Agents, AI Enablement, Business Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Workflow Management, LLM Application, Model Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, LangChain, Vector Databases, Agentic systems, Tool Calling, AI Security, AI Personalization, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply ExpressJS for Full-Stack Web Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, Full-Stack Web Development, Node.JS, Web Development, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Server Side, Back-End Web Development, Data Store, Network Routing, Database Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Development Environment, Middleware, User Interface (UI) Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Web Application Technologies and Django

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Linux Commands, Application Deployment, Django (Web Framework), Cloud Deployment, Web Applications, Web Servers, SQL, Database Management, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.9K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Content Design and SEO Performance Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Blogs, Content Creation, Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Optimization, Web Content, Campaign Management, Video Production, Digital Content, Content Management Systems, Keyword Research, Digital Publishing, Digital Marketing, Social Media Content, Copywriting, Performance Analysis, Web Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Improvement, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Qualitative Research Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Interviewing Skills, Social Sciences, Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Surveys, Research Design, Report Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Effective Angular

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Unit Testing, Test Case, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), TypeScript, Front-End Web Development, Software Architecture, Performance Tuning, Application Performance Management, Full-Stack Web Development, Scalability, Web Development, Application Deployment, Software Design Patterns, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Maintainability, Back-End Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Growing the Core Business in a Competitive Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Service Design, Hospitality Services, Service Recovery, Personalized Service, Brand Loyalty, Market Dynamics, Corporate Strategy, Market Analysis, Product Strategy, Growth Strategies, Product Improvement, Market Share, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Management, Market Opportunities, Business Development, Innovation

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Exam Ref SC-100

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Zero Trust Network Access, IT Security Architecture, Data Security, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Microsoft Azure, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Application Security, Cyber Security Policies, API Design, Infrastructure Security, Regulatory Compliance, Security Requirements Analysis, Identity and Access Management, Compliance Management

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Deep Learning & Neural Networks with Keras

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Generative Model Architectures, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Regression Analysis, Network Architecture, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Facebook Content Creator Pro

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Video Production, Writing, Canva (Software), Facebook, Content Creation, Storytelling, Copywriting, Storyboarding, Videography, Social Media Content, Persuasive Communication, Target Audience, Graphic and Visual Design, Persona Development, Photo Editing, Marketing Analytics, Social Media, Content Strategy, ChatGPT

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Uncover AI's Impact on Consumer Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, AI Personalization, User Research, Usability Testing, Customer Insights, Usability, AI Security, Human Factors, Discussion Facilitation, Design Research, Qualitative Research, Psychology, Case Studies, Data Capture, Information Privacy, Record Keeping, Trustworthiness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Google Cloud Spanner: Design, Scale & Operate Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Operational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Data Migration, Google Cloud Platform, Distributed Computing, Disaster Recovery, Performance Tuning, Scalability, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Integrity, Capacity Management, IT Automation, System Monitoring

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Learn AI Agents: Design, Build & Deploy: AI CERTs
  • Apply ExpressJS for Full-Stack Web Application Development: EDUCBA
  • Web Application Technologies and Django: University of Michigan
  • Content Design and SEO Performance Optimization: Coursera
  • Qualitative Research Methods: University of Amsterdam
  • Effective Angular: Packt
  • Growing the Core Business in a Competitive Marketplace: Kennesaw State University
  • Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Exam Ref SC-100: Packt
  • Introduction to Deep Learning & Neural Networks with Keras: IBM
  • Facebook Content Creator Pro: Coursera

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