About this Course
As with other fields, generative AI is reshaping the landscape of education and training. For educators and instructional designers, AI offers powerful opportunities to enhance learning design — if you know how to use it effectively and responsibly.
In this course, you'll explore how to thoughtfully integrate generative AI into your instructional design process. Through hands-on experimentation with industry-leading AI tools, you’ll learn to create multimedia learning materials, design AI-assisted assessments, and build personalized learning experiences that serve diverse learner populations.
Taught by an expert instructional designer and AI practitioner, this hands-on course guides you from basic AI literacy to advanced AI integration strategies. You’ll walk away with a comprehensive digital portfolio that showcases your ability to apply AI throughout the instructional design process while maintaining educational quality and integrity.
▸ Watch: Instructors Ronnie Ashline and Matt Saaverda explore how AI is reshaping learning and develoopment.
DESIGNED FOR
Educators, instructional designers and other learning professionals who want to integrate AI into their practice or lead organizational AI initiatives.
See Requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To apply, you must have:
- A basic understanding of instructional design principles, such as through completion of an e-learning course or program such as the Certificate in E-Learning Instructional Design
- Basic computer proficiency — an ability to use software such as Microsoft 365, an internet browser and a media player
No technical background or experience using AI is required.
TIME COMMITMENT
Including time in class, you should expect to spend about eight to ten hours per week on coursework.
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have at least intermediate English skills to enroll. To see if you qualify, make sure you are at the B2 level on the CEFR self-assessment grid. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Noncredit Programs.
International Students
Because this offering is 100% online, no visa is required and international students are welcome to apply. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.
Technology Requirements
You must have access to a computer, and we recommend a high-speed internet connection.
Completing the Course
To successfully complete this course, you must fulfill the requirements outlined by your instructor.
▸ Explore More: Looking to build foundational skills in instructional design? Check out the Certificate in E-Learning Instructional Design.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- How to distinguish AI, machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI, and evaluate their applications in instructional design and educational technology
- Techniques for using and evaluating a wide range of AI tools for content creation, assessment, personalization and multimedia development
- How to engineer effective, multistep AI prompts and workflows that enhance instructional quality and learner engagement
- Approaches for implementing AI ethically and responsibly, with a focus on transparency, accessibility and support for diverse learner needs
- Organizational change management strategies for successful AI adoption, including stakeholder communication, experimental implementation and sustainable scaling approaches
GET HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
- Learn prompt engineering frameworks with ChatGPT, Claude and AI tools (DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, H5P) to create educational content and assessments
- Build AI-enhanced training experiences, including personalized learning pathways, adaptive assessments and bias-free content for diverse learner populations
- Complete a comprehensive capstone portfolio showcasing AI-integrated instructional design work, ethical frameworks and implementation roadmaps
Career Stats
18%
Projected growth in U.S. demand for generative AI skills (2025-27)
5.9%
Projected growth in U.S. demand for prompt engineering skills (2025-27)
EARN A DIGITAL BADGE
After successfully completing this course, you can claim a digital achievement badge that can be shared on LinkedIn and other social media sites. Learn more about digital badges.
This program is intended for professional development and is not designed to meet educational requirements for professional licensure or certification.