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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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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Legal Design: Crafting User-Centric Legal Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Writing, Design Thinking, Design, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Research, Qualitative Research, Surveys

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Description Design for Interactive Learning Resources

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Peer Review, Design Reviews, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Usability, Software Design Patterns, Web Design, Experience Design, Usability Testing, Technical Documentation, Design Strategies, Technical Writing, Simulations

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Xbox

      Interaction Design and UX/UI Principles

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Figma (Design Software), Wireframing, Usability, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Experience, User Centered Design, Web Design, Human Centered Design, Prototyping, Graphic Design

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      User Research and Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, User Experience, User Centered Design, Ideation, User Interface (UI), Qualitative Research, Surveys, User Story, Data Collection, Persona Development, Data Analysis, Interviewing Skills, People Analytics, Statistical Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      468 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp

      UX/UI Design Fundamentals: Usability and Visual Principles

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, User Centered Design, Usability, User Flows, User Interface (UI) Design, Responsive Web Design, Interaction Design, Typography, Prototyping, Persona Development, Color Theory

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Interaction Design Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Interaction Design, Prototyping, A/B Testing, User Experience Design, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Usability, Mockups, Design Research, User Research, Innovation, Creativity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      The Learning Innovation Network

      Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Innovation, Education Software and Technology, Higher Education, Collaboration, Learning Strategies, Adaptability, Planning, General Networking, Communication Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      UI Design using Material Design 3: Designing a Reminder App

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Figma (Design Software), UI Components, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Wireframing, Mobile Development

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Design infographics with Prezi

      Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Presentations, Data Visualization, Graphic and Visual Design, Business Communication

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Design Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Technology Strategies, Data Ethics, Content Creation, Professional Development, Information Privacy

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Understanding User Needs

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, User Research, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Research Methodologies, Needs Assessment, Interviewing Skills, Research, Human Computer Interaction, Data Collection

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      531 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Prototyping, Architectural Drawing, Conceptual Design, Design, Product Design, Aesthetics, Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Needs Assessment, Ideation, Problem Solving

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      342 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Legal Design: Crafting User-Centric Legal Solutions: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Description Design for Interactive Learning Resources: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Interaction Design and UX/UI Principles: Xbox
    • User Research and Design: University of Minnesota
    • UX/UI Design Fundamentals: Usability and Visual Principles: SkillUp
    • Interaction Design Capstone Project: University of California San Diego
    • The Learning Innovation Network: Politecnico di Milano
    • UI Design using Material Design 3: Designing a Reminder App: Coursera Project Network
    • Design infographics with Prezi : Coursera Project Network
    • Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design : University of Michigan

    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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