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    Explore game design principles for creating engaging games. Learn about game mechanics, storytelling, and user experience.

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    • Status: Free Trial
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      University at Buffalo

      Blockchain

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Transaction Processing, Cryptography, Payment Systems, Application Development, Distributed Computing, Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Software Design Documents, Development Environment, Interoperability, FinTech, Cloud Platforms, Software Development Tools, Solution Design, Program Development, Emerging Technologies, Other Programming Languages, Data Integrity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      California Institute of the Arts

      World Design for Video Games

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, 3D Modeling, Creativity, Virtual Environment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Storytelling, Conceptual Design, Creative Design, Color Theory, Aesthetics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      818 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Reinforcement Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, System Design and Implementation, Markov Model, Algorithms, Simulations, Feature Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks, Game Design, Statistical Methods, Virtual Environment, Performance Tuning, Probability Distribution

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Secure Software Design

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design Patterns, Application Security, Software Design, Unit Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Unified Modeling Language, Threat Modeling, Relational Databases, Vulnerability Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Databases, Systems Development Life Cycle, Technical Design, Software Architecture, Software Visualization, Software Testing, Design Software, Functional Design, Security Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      436 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Digital Manufacturing & Design Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Product Lifecycle Management, Programmable Logic Controllers, Peer Review, Cloud Security, Systems Engineering, Control Systems, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Digital Transformation, Process Design, Data Sharing, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Data Collection, Anomaly Detection, Professional Networking, Enterprise Resource Planning, Information Management, Product Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      6.9K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Design Principles: an Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Experimentation, Design Elements And Principles, Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Interaction Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Human Computer Interaction, Prototyping, User Research, Information Architecture, A/B Testing, Typography

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Commonwealth Education Trust

      Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Curriculum

      Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Curriculum Planning, Teaching, Education and Training, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Student-Centred Learning, Pedagogy, Planning, Collaboration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      499 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build your business brand using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Brand Strategy, Branding, Social Media Content, Social Media, Target Audience, Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Content Development and Management, Content Creation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Data Synthesis, Clinical Trials, Qualitative Research, Clinical Research, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis, Research Design, Quantitative Research, Risk Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to HTML5

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Web Content, Usability, Web Servers, Cloud Hosting, Semantic Web, Verification And Validation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      28K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Competitive Strategy and Organization Design

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Mergers & Acquisitions, Game Theory, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Peer Review, Strategic Partnership, Product Strategy, Report Writing, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Consulting, Organizational Change, Growth Strategies, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Marketing, Business Development, Business Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.7K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs

      Skills you'll gain: User Research, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Responsive Web Design, Usability, Web Design, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Human Centered Design, Portfolio Management, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, Mobile Development, Interviewing Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      4.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Blockchain: University at Buffalo
    • World Design for Video Games: California Institute of the Arts
    • Reinforcement Learning: University of Alberta
    • Secure Software Design: University of Colorado System
    • Digital Manufacturing & Design Technology: University at Buffalo
    • Design Principles: an Introduction: University of California San Diego
    • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Curriculum: Commonwealth Education Trust
    • Build your business brand using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis: Johns Hopkins University
    • Introduction to HTML5: University of Michigan

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