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Adult Education Courses

Courses in adult education can help you learn instructional design, assessment strategies, and effective facilitation techniques. You can build skills in creating engaging learning experiences, understanding diverse learner needs, and applying various teaching methodologies. Many courses introduce tools like learning management systems, assessment software, and collaborative platforms that enhance the educational experience and support ongoing learner engagement.


Popular Adult Education Courses and Certifications


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    Utrecht University

    Professionalism in an era of change

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Professionalism, Professional Development, Organizational Change, Adaptability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Workforce Development, Organizational Structure, Sociology, Psychology, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Personal Development, Leadership Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Introduction to the Pharmaceutical Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Drug Development, Healthcare Ethics, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Pharmacology, Regulatory Affairs, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Emerging Technologies, Good Manufacturing Practices, Pre-Clinical Development, Regulatory Compliance, Precision Medicine, Biotechnology, Pharmacotherapy, Informed Consent

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    59 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Cataract Surgery

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Preparation, Anesthesiology, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Surgery, Patient Evaluation, Perioperative Care, Operating Room (OR), Patient Positioning, Patient Education And Counseling, Informed Consent, Medical Devices, Patient Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    283 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    El rol docente del médico residente

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Clinical Supervision, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Patient Education And Counseling, Leadership, Public Speaking, Medical Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Train The Trainer, Clinical Practices, Communication Strategies, Communication, Learning Strategies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    255 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    Gestión innovadora: transformando instituciones educativas

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Education Software and Technology, Innovation, Curriculum Development, Pedagogy, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Change, Leadership, Learning Styles, Team Building, Continuous Improvement Process

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Sequences and Loops

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Programming Principles, Debugging, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Brainstorming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Marketing Strategy for Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Cold Calling, Customer Analysis, Sales Process, Target Market, Market Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Planning, Business Marketing, Sales, Growth Strategies, Market Research, Sales Prospecting, Business Development, New Business Development, A/B Testing, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    159 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: What is a Socially Just University

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Teaching, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Pedagogy, Higher Education, Diversity Awareness, Student Engagement, Community and Social Work, Cultural Diversity, Research, Social Impact

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expanding SEL

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Empowerment, Emotional Intelligence, Social Justice, Social Skills, Behavior Management, Empathy, School Psychology, Working With Children, Cultural Diversity, Mindfulness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    134 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Learning Experience Design: Theories and Frameworks

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    真格—北大在线创业课堂

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Team Building, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Entrepreneurial Finance, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Marketing Strategies, Business Writing, Business Development, Business Valuation, Proposal Development, Business Strategy, Commercial Laws, Innovation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    181 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    I

    IBM

    Data Engineering Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Technical Communication, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Data Infrastructure, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Professionalism, Data Storage, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    100 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular adult education courses

  • Professionalism in an era of change: Utrecht University
  • Introduction to the Pharmaceutical Industry: University of Glasgow
  • Introduction to Cataract Surgery: University of Michigan
  • El rol docente del médico residente: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Gestión innovadora: transformando instituciones educativas: Universidad Austral
  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Sequences and Loops: University of California San Diego
  • Marketing Strategy for Entrepreneurs: 28DIGITAL
  • Community Awareness: What is a Socially Just University : University of Michigan
  • Expanding SEL: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Learning Experience Design: Theories and Frameworks: University of Michigan

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