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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Control Systems, Network Model, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Automation, Real-Time Operating Systems, Differential Equations, Safety Assurance, Verification And Validation
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Application Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Software Design, C++ (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Software Architecture, Application Lifecycle Management, Context Management, System Configuration, Debugging
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, OSI Models, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Network Security, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, Local Area Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Routing, Wide Area Networks, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Firewall
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Slack (Software), Collaborative Software, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Marketing Design, Content Marketing, Corporate Communications, Shared Media, Facebook, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, User Accounts, Marketing Communications, Multimedia, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Java, Java Programming, Functional Design
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Construction, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Services Engineering, HVAC, Transportation Operations, Electrical Systems, Construction Management, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Development, Emerging Technologies, Building Design, Architectural Design, Structural Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

EDUCBA
Skills you'll gain: Process Driven Development, Software Quality Assurance, Process Management, Software Development, Embedded Software, Verification And Validation, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development Life Cycle, Configuration Management, Requirements Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Change Requests, Quality Control, Continuous Monitoring
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Model Deployment, Responsible AI, Application Deployment, Application Development, Hugging Face, Data Ethics, Generative AI, AI Security, Application Security, Continuous Monitoring
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Process Control, Quality Assurance, Semiconductors, Verification And Validation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Product Testing, Test Engineering, Thermal Management, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Reliability, Performance Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Adobe Illustrator, Digital Design, Creativity, Image Quality, Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Architectural Engineering, Construction, Building Design, Engineering Design Process, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Materials science, Mechanics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Design, Creative Design, Branding, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Brand Strategy, Marketing Collateral, Brand Management, Marketing Communications
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours