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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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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Innovation Career Lessons from a Master

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Building, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Visionary, Initiative and Leadership, New Product Development, Design and Product, Strategic Planning, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles, Analysis

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Science and Research, Research Design, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Sociology, Political Sciences, Experimentation, Anthropology, Economics

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    University of California, Irvine

    Personnel & Third-Party Security

    Skills you'll gain: Vendor Management, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Threat Management, Security Controls, Human Factors (Security), Asset Protection, Cyber Risk, People Management, Due Diligence

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Digital Health Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Telehealth, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Medicaid, Medical Terminology, Health Policy, Entrepreneurship, Payment Systems, Medicare, Social Determinants Of Health, Value-Based Care, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Building the Business Model for Corporate Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Customer Analysis, Financial Modeling, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Customer Insights, Value Propositions, Target Market, Customer Relationship Management, Product Development, Innovation, Interviewing Skills

    4.6
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    Michigan State University

    The Emergence of Oncofertility (Past, Present & Future)

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Informed Consent, Treatment Planning, Patient-centered Care, Urology, Epidemiology, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Practices

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Goodwill Industries International

    Goodwill® Digital Navigator Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Outreach, Training Programs, Relationship Building, Active Listening, Course Development, Cultural Diversity, Computer Literacy, Disabilities, Workforce Development, Community Development, Research, Workplace inclusivity, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Diversity Awareness, Curriculum Planning, Needs Assessment, Digital Communications, Rapport Building

    4.7
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    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Funding, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Business Development, Business Strategies, Entrepreneurship, Financial Planning, Financial Management, Proposal Development, Financial Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Loans, Fundraising, Business Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Analyzing Market Attractiveness Using Creately

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Market Research, New Product Development, Innovation

    4.6
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    Fundação Lemann

    Aprenda a ensinar programação com o Programaê!

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Algorithms

    4.7
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    125 reviews

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Alimentación y dietética para una vuelta al mundo a vela

    Skills you'll gain: Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Food and Beverage, Nutrition Education, Sports Medicine, Athletic Training, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Physiology

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Child Care as a Business

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Working With Children, Business, Small Business Accounting, Tax Management, Policy Development, Parent Communication, Contract Management, Revenue Management, Budgeting, Insurance, Cost Estimation, Payment Processing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Innovation Career Lessons from a Master: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Personnel & Third-Party Security: University of California, Irvine
  • Introduction to Digital Health Entrepreneurship: Johns Hopkins University
  • Building the Business Model for Corporate Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
  • The Emergence of Oncofertility (Past, Present & Future): Michigan State University
  • Goodwill® Digital Navigator Certificate: Goodwill Industries International
  • Fundamentals of Funding, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
  • Analyzing Market Attractiveness Using Creately: Coursera
  • Aprenda a ensinar programação com o Programaê!: Fundação Lemann

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