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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


  • U

    University of Cape Town

    How Entrepreneurs in Emerging Markets can master the Blockchain Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, FinTech, Cryptographic Protocols, Emerging Technologies, Machine Learning Methods, Encryption, Ledgers (Accounting), Bookkeeping, Machine Learning, Financial Data, AI Enablement, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Financial Systems, Supervised Learning, Data Structures, Information Privacy, Entrepreneurship

    4.6 stars, 49 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (49) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    AI CERTs

    AI in Government

    Skills you'll gain: Public Administration, Automation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Digital Transformation, Fraud detection

    4.7 stars, 46 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (46) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    SkillUp

    Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Coding, Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Terminology, CPT Coding, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Compliance

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Mi nueva empresa: los siguientes pasos

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, New Business Development, Communication, Business Development, Teamwork, Team Management, Presentations, Business Strategies, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Performance Analysis, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Business Analysis, Business Metrics, Competitive Analysis, Sustainable Business, Value Propositions

    4.8 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (44) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Engage and Assess Students with Quizizz

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Test Tools, User Accounts

    4.7 stars, 59 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (59) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Empathy, Self-Motivation, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Professionalism, Team Collaboration, Communication, Employee Engagement, Teamwork, Personal Development, Organizational Leadership, Relationship Building, Self-Discipline, Resilience

    4.6 stars, 43 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Evaluating Student Understanding with Socrative

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Real Time Data

    4.8 stars, 37 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.8 (37) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • R

    Rice University

    The Role of Culture in Teaching English Learners

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Culture, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Teaching, Instructing, Curriculum Planning, Mathematics Education, Cultural Sensitivity, English Language, Language Learning, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Lesson Planning

    4.7 stars, 22 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Creative Essay Writing: Explore the Personal & Powerful

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Writing, Storytelling, Honesty, Journalism, Blogs, Content Creation, Personal Development, Meditation & Breathwork, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Investigation, Self-Motivation, Self-Discipline, Creativity, Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Editing, Goal Setting, Peer Review

    4.4 stars, 20 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (20) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Emergency Response, Nursing Homes, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Personal protective equipment, Public Health, Community Health, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Sanitation, Geriatrics, Mental Health, Infectious Diseases, Community Mental Health Services, Health And Safety Standards, Patient Education and Support, Policy Development, Media and Communications

    4.8 stars, 154 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (154) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • V

    Voxy

    Low Intermediate English: Personal Growth & Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Goal Setting, Nutrition and Diet, English Language, Professional Development, Personal Development, Language Competency, Nutrition Education, Language Learning, Relationship Building, Grammar, Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication

    4.4 stars, 13 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (13) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Applied Sustainability Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Business, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Product Engineering, Initiative and Leadership, Electrical Power, Environmental Engineering, Waste Minimization, Packaging and Labeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Electric Power Systems, Emerging Technologies

    4.5 stars, 55 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (55) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular adult education courses

  • How Entrepreneurs in Emerging Markets can master the Blockchain Technology: University of Cape Town
  • AI in Government: AI CERTs
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Exam Preparation: SkillUp
  • Mi nueva empresa: los siguientes pasos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Engage and Assess Students with Quizizz: Coursera
  • Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace: LearnKartS
  • Evaluating Student Understanding with Socrative: Coursera
  • The Role of Culture in Teaching English Learners: Rice University
  • Creative Essay Writing: Explore the Personal & Powerful: Skillshare
  • Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University

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