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Core77 Guides/The Best Online Learning Platforms for Industrial Design
The Best Online Learning Platforms for Industrial Design
With so many online learning platforms out there, it can be hard as a designer to decipher where to go when you want to learn more about CAD, project management, and other technical skills that require at-length learning. Consider this list a resource for finding out which online learning platforms cater to designers, platforms that are most appropriate for the type of education you're looking for and the pros and cons of each.
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Offsite — Advanced Design
Submitted by: Michael DiTullo
A 12 week online course taught by some of the industry's most well respected professionals: Kat Reiser, Spencer Nugent, Kelly Custer, Michael DiTullo, Rebecca Gosling, Hector Silva, Kelly Custer, Tyler Anderson, and more!
Students get 12 hours of real time instruction per week, 6 office hour opportunities with professional instructors per week, an assigned industry mentor based on mutual interests, a closed slack community for students, alumni, mentors, and instructors to communicate and a "studio" video chat for students to work in. The focus of the course is on leveling up your skills and bridging the gap between the academic and professional worlds. Perfect for juniors and seniors in design school looking to get that first job or young professionals looking for that first promotion.A 12 week online course taught by some of the industry's most well respected professionals: Kat Reiser, Spencer Nugent, Kelly Custer, Michael DiTullo, Rebecca Gosling, Hector Silva, Kelly Custer, Tyler Anderson, and more!
Students get 12 hours of real time instruction per week, 6 office hour opportunities with professional instructors per week, an assigned industry mentor based on mutual interests, a closed slack community for students, alumni, mentors, and instructors to communicate and a "studio" video chat for students to work in. The focus of the course is on leveling up your skills and bridging the gap between the academic and professional worlds. Perfect for juniors and seniors in design school looking to get that first job or young professionals looking for that first promotion.ZUpvote33 -
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PARK Academy
Submitted by: Stephan Clambaneva
PARK Academy (formerly Grow) Design Leadership programs empower professional designers & design function managers globally. Developed by PARK, the world-leading consultancy in design management & design leadership, and the founder of the LEGO Academy, the programs offer a blended learning approach of experiential, in-person, online and 1:1 coaching. Expert tutors and consultants who work daily with design leaders make the learning real by integrating live work challenges into the learning journey and assignments, from theory through to application using proprietary tools such as the Design Value Canvas or Design Strategy Compass, and real-world case studies picked from the last 25 years of client engagements. Besides programs in partnership with Design Councils across the world including VDID (Germany), IDSA (USA), KCDM (Slovenia), IDI Design Skillnet (Ireland) and EDC (Estonia), the PARK Academy is tailored for bespoke in-company needs as well as across companies and geographies.
PARK Academy (formerly Grow) Design Leadership programs empower professional designers & design function managers globally. Developed by PARK, the world-leading consultancy in design management & design leadership, and the founder of the LEGO Academy, the programs offer a blended learning approach of experiential, in-person, online and 1:1 coaching. Expert tutors and consultants who work daily with design leaders make the learning real by integrating live work challenges into the learning journey and assignments, from theory through to application using proprietary tools such as the Design Value Canvas or Design Strategy Compass, and real-world case studies picked from the last 25 years of client engagements. Besides programs in partnership with Design Councils across the world including VDID (Germany), IDSA (USA), KCDM (Slovenia), IDI Design Skillnet (Ireland) and EDC (Estonia), the PARK Academy is tailored for bespoke in-company needs as well as across companies and geographies.
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IDEO U
Submitted by: Allison Fonder
IDEO U is an online school where leaders can unlock their creative potential and build their problem-solving skills. These courses allow you to get deep into design thinking and theory with one of the industry's leading design consulting firms.
IDEO U is an online school where leaders can unlock their creative potential and build their problem-solving skills. These courses allow you to get deep into design thinking and theory with one of the industry's leading design consulting firms.
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SuperHi
Submitted by: Allison FonderSuperHi appeals to designers who want to see their aesthetic reflected in the material from which they are learning. You can learn code, UX/UI and visual design as well as project management skills on flexible online courses. Students will get to work on projects from the very beginning all the way to the very end so it's very hands on. There is also a very supportive Slack community that you can use as a tool for connecting and getting good design feedback.
Who is this for?
Designers who want to learn to code and beginners in the UX and Visual Design space.SuperHi appeals to designers who want to see their aesthetic reflected in the material from which they are learning. You can learn code, UX/UI and visual design as well as project management skills on flexible online courses. Students will get to work on projects from the very beginning all the way to the very end so it's very hands on. There is also a very supportive Slack community that you can use as a tool for connecting and getting good design feedback.
Who is this for?
Designers who want to learn to code and beginners in the UX and Visual Design space.ZUpvote3 -
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Udemy
Submitted by: Allison FonderUdemy offers plenty of courses in both soft and hard skills, and it's not hard to find ultra-specific tutorials that dive deep into a particular subject. It's important to note that rather than a subscription service, Udemy users pay per class, but in comparison to other courses online they can be more affordable and just as in-depth.
Udemy offers plenty of courses in both soft and hard skills, and it's not hard to find ultra-specific tutorials that dive deep into a particular subject. It's important to note that rather than a subscription service, Udemy users pay per class, but in comparison to other courses online they can be more affordable and just as in-depth.
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Domestika
Submitted by: Frank Borsboom
Domestika is the largest community for creatives. Learn and share from anywhere with online courses taught by the best professionals in the world of design and creativity.
Domestika is the largest community for creatives. Learn and share from anywhere with online courses taught by the best professionals in the world of design and creativity.
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LinkedIn Learning
Submitted by: Allison FonderJust about anything you could possibly need is available on LinkedIn Learning. For students, this can be a great resource for learning any skills that may not be covered in your design classes. For Professionals, there are detailed courses on teamwork development, industrial design software skill building, and more.
Who is this for?
Designers looking to enhance their technical skills with CAD, 3D printing, or any type of program you can imagine will likely find some educational support through LinkedIn Learning.Just about anything you could possibly need is available on LinkedIn Learning. For students, this can be a great resource for learning any skills that may not be covered in your design classes. For Professionals, there are detailed courses on teamwork development, industrial design software skill building, and more.
Who is this for?
Designers looking to enhance their technical skills with CAD, 3D printing, or any type of program you can imagine will likely find some educational support through LinkedIn Learning.ZUpvote1 -
#8
Skillshare
Submitted by: Allison FonderLooking for an introduction to different skills or crafts? Skillshare is a great resource if you're looking for courses you can learn from but don't take up your entire day. A subscription gains you access to the entire library of Skillshare courses, making it an affordable option.
Who is this for?
Designers who are curious about a new hobby or side hustle that want to get a good introduction into specific subjects.Looking for an introduction to different skills or crafts? Skillshare is a great resource if you're looking for courses you can learn from but don't take up your entire day. A subscription gains you access to the entire library of Skillshare courses, making it an affordable option.
Who is this for?
Designers who are curious about a new hobby or side hustle that want to get a good introduction into specific subjects.ZUpvote1 -
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Coursera
Submitted by: Allison FonderCoursera mimicks the structure of a traditional class because it offers courses from real universities around the world, like Yale, Michigan and Stanford as well as companies like Google and IBM. It's broken up into separate weeks and includes quizzes and homework assignments (while also allowing the option of learning at your own pace if it's desired). For anyone who works well under school rules, this might be the platform for you!
Who is this for?
A designer looking for academic courses and wants the option of earning a course certificate.Coursera mimicks the structure of a traditional class because it offers courses from real universities around the world, like Yale, Michigan and Stanford as well as companies like Google and IBM. It's broken up into separate weeks and includes quizzes and homework assignments (while also allowing the option of learning at your own pace if it's desired). For anyone who works well under school rules, this might be the platform for you!
Who is this for?
A designer looking for academic courses and wants the option of earning a course certificate.ZUpvote1 -
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Kickstarter Masterclass by Launch Studio
Submitted by: Allison FonderKickstarter is potent tool for independent designers that makes it easier to launch products. Even so, running a crowdfunding campaign is nowhere near easy. The Kickstarter Masterclass walks you through how to plan, develop, and run product launch campaigns. It provides powerful tools for applying the strategies and tactics that many crowdfunding experts use, and access to a supportive community of people walking the same path.
Who is this for?
Designers who want to build an independent design practice and are interested in acquiring first-hand experience of all the facets required to bring a product to market.Kickstarter is potent tool for independent designers that makes it easier to launch products. Even so, running a crowdfunding campaign is nowhere near easy. The Kickstarter Masterclass walks you through how to plan, develop, and run product launch campaigns. It provides powerful tools for applying the strategies and tactics that many crowdfunding experts use, and access to a supportive community of people walking the same path.
Who is this for?
Designers who want to build an independent design practice and are interested in acquiring first-hand experience of all the facets required to bring a product to market.ZUpvote1 -
#11
General Assembly
Submitted by: Allison FonderProvides ultra technical, long-term courses for those on a professional development learning journey. Offers individual or company packages.
Who is this for?
Designers who want a highly organized curriculum worth paying for can rely on General Assembly courses, which offer plenty of support to students and are taught by industry professionalsProvides ultra technical, long-term courses for those on a professional development learning journey. Offers individual or company packages.
Who is this for?
Designers who want a highly organized curriculum worth paying for can rely on General Assembly courses, which offer plenty of support to students and are taught by industry professionalsZUpvote
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