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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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    University of Pennsylvania

    Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Resilience, Psychology, Persistence, Personal Development, Mental Health, School Psychology, Gerontology, Growth Mindedness, Creativity, Education and Training, Social Sciences, Relationship Building

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Teaching STEM for Global Sustainability with PhET

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Lesson Planning, Teaching, AI literacy, Education and Training, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Digital pedagogy, Pedagogy, Curriculum Planning, Education Software and Technology, Instructional Strategies, Educational Materials, Intercultural Competence, Interactive Learning, Sustainable Systems, Student-Centred Learning, Student Engagement, Critical Thinking, Content Creation, Learning Strategies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    HRCI

    Workforce Development and Organizational Effectiveness

    Skills you'll gain: Training and Development, Adult Learning Principles, Succession Planning, Performance Improvement, Quality Improvement, Employee Retention, Workforce Development, Organizational Development, Employee Training, Human Resources, Process Improvement, Training Programs, Quality Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Management Training And Development, Human Resource Strategy, Job Analysis, People Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Needs Assessment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Social Justice, Social Impact, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Emerging Technologies, Pollution Prevention, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cambridge

    Learning and memory in the brain: a guide for teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Human Learning, Child Development, Teaching, Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies, K-12 pedagogy, Pedagogy, Learning Strategies, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Special Education, Human Development, Differentiated Instruction, Interactive Learning, Neurology, Diversity Awareness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Journals, Scientific Methods, Research Reports, Research, Proofreading, Research Methodologies, Editing, Document Management, Style Guides, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Stanford Online

    Introduction to Mathematical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Mathematics Education, Deductive Reasoning, General Mathematics, Logical Reasoning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Digital Literacy & Trauma Informed Instruction for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Teaching, Literacy, Working With Children, Human Learning, Pedagogy, Education and Training, Learning Styles, Instructional Strategies, Trauma Care, Instructional Design, K-12 pedagogy, Learning Theory, Disabilities, Classroom Management, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy, Social Justice, Childhood Education and Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Integrated Pelvic Floor Health and Function

    Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Patient Evaluation, Physical Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Assessment, Exercise Therapy, Patient Education and Support, Athletic Training, Respiration, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Meditation & Breathwork, Patient Communication, Mindfulness, Mental Health Therapies

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Integrative Health and Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Meditation & Breathwork, Contraindication, Patient Education And Counseling, Mindfulness, Patient Referral, Pharmacology, Treatment Planning, Pain Management, Manual Therapy, Patient Safety, Health Assessment, Patient Education and Support, Health Systems, Clinical Practices, Nursing Practices, Patient Evaluation, Pharmacotherapy, Nurse Education, Patient-centered Care

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    Yale University

    Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Student Support and Services, Working With Children, Personal Development, Stress Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Empathy, Recognizing Others, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Relationship Building

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Comprehensive Shoulder Rehabilitation

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Positioning, Rehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Exercise Science, Manual Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Contraindication, Patient Education and Support, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, Orthopedics, Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Pain Management, Mobility Assistance, Occupational Therapy, Intravenous Therapy, Physical Science

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science: University of Pennsylvania
  • Teaching STEM for Global Sustainability with PhET: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Workforce Development and Organizational Effectiveness: HRCI
  • Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation: Council on Foreign Relations
  • Learning and memory in the brain: a guide for teachers: University of Cambridge
  • How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper (Project-Centered Course): École Polytechnique
  • Introduction to Mathematical Thinking: Stanford Online
  • Digital Literacy & Trauma Informed Instruction for Educators: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Integrated Pelvic Floor Health and Function: Niel Asher Education
  • Integrative Health and Medicine: University of Minnesota

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