Instructional Design

Instructional Design is the practice of creating educational experiences and materials in a manner that results in the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills. Coursera's Instructional Design catalogue equips you with the ability to design, develop, and deliver effective instructional materials. You'll learn about learning theories, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques that enhance the learning experience. You'll also acquire skills to design instructional materials for different learning environments, be it traditional classrooms, online learning platforms, or blended learning scenarios. By the end of your learning journey, you'll be able to create engaging and effective instructional content that caters to diverse learning needs and styles.
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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional and Curriculum Design, Needs Assessment, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Diversity and Inclusion, Training and Development, Education and Training, Curriculum Development, Analysis

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    821 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Multimedia, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, User Experience Design, Learning Management Systems, Design Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Professional Development, Brainstorming, Needs Assessment, Content Creation, Motivational Skills, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, User Centered Design, Prototyping, Design Strategies, Student-Centred Learning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    95 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Education Software and Technology, ChatGPT, Instructional Design, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Brainstorming, Data Ethics, Design Strategies, Content Creation, Emerging Technologies, Persona Development, Professional Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    66 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Infographics, Course Development, Multimedia, Peer Review, Discussion Facilitation, Content Creation, Constructive Feedback, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Design Thinking, Pedagogy, Media Production, Learning Management Systems, Teaching, Design, Collaborative Software, Planning, Virtual Environment, End User Training and Support

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    398 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Needs Assessment, Motivational Skills, Prototyping, Student-Centred Learning, Creativity, Analysis, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Learning Theory, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Professional Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, User Centered Design, Collaboration, Emerging Technologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    64 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Learning Management Systems, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Curriculum Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Content, Learning Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Content Management, User Centered Design, Cultural Diversity, Technical Writing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    217 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Multimedia, Instructional Design, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Professional Development, Content Creation, Design Strategies, Quality Assurance, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Education Software and Technology, Prompt Engineering, Instructional Design, Artificial Intelligence, Design Strategies, Content Creation, Emerging Technologies, Professional Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Hong Kong

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Pedagogy, Teaching, Syllabus Development, Course Development, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education and Training, Adaptive Equipment, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Instructional Design, Visual Impairment Education, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Microsoft Office, Advocacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    243 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Skills you'll gain: Parent Communication, Student Engagement, Student Support and Services, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Pedagogy, Learning Management Systems, Community Development, Instructional Design, Classroom Management, Virtual Teams, Education Software and Technology, Motivational Skills, Differentiated Instruction, Blended Learning, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Content Creation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    579 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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