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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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    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: What is a Socially Just University

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainable Food Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Nutrition Education, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Issue, Water Sustainability, Economics, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Water Resources, Land Management, Manufacturing and Production, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Consumer Behaviour

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Using Google Forms for Student Success

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Google Workspace, Digital pedagogy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    242 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Fundamentos del Modelo de Negocio Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Target Market, Strategic Partnership, Customer Relationship Building, Business Continuity, Business Development, Case Studies, Market Analysis, Operating Cost, Customer Engagement, Resource Management, Revenue Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    292 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Leading Technical Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Planning, Leadership Studies, Workplace inclusivity, Leadership Development, Leadership, Business Ethics, Business Planning, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Team Building, Professional Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Business Strategy, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Change Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Transformation, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Workplace inclusivity, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Drive Engagement, Creative Problem-Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Change

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    405 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management and the Art of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, User Story, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Management, Persuasive Communication, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Team Performance Management, Communication Planning, Influencing, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Strategic Communication, Data Management, Negotiation, Rapport Building, Data Presentation, Product Requirements

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    148 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad de Chile

    Seguimiento de casos y contactos COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Infection Control, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Health, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Healthcare Ethics, Infectious Diseases, Interpersonal Communications, Interviewing Skills, Health Systems, Rapport Building, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Medical Privacy

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    702 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Leadership: An Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Business Ethics, Creativity, Leadership Studies, Creative Thinking, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Influencing, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Responsible AI, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution, Communication, Artificial Intelligence

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    A Clinician's Guide: Soft Skills for Better Patient Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Education and Support, Constructive Feedback, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Empathy, Employee Engagement, Telehealth, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Communication, Data Analysis, Cultural Sensitivity, Quality Improvement, Leadership and Management, Continuous Improvement Process

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    28DIGITAL

    Innovation & Entrepreneurship - From Basics to Open Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Market Analysis, Innovation, Target Market, Design Thinking, Go To Market Strategy, Product Strategy, Customer Engagement, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Modeling, Business Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    330 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Artificial Intelligence in Finance and Wealth Management

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Responsible AI, Wealth Management, Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Financial Services, Applied Machine Learning, AI Personalization, Data Ethics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Learning Management Systems, Digital pedagogy, Artificial Intelligence, Compliance Training, AI literacy, AI Enablement, Relationship Management, Rapport Building, Financial Planning

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Community Awareness: What is a Socially Just University: University of Michigan
  • Sustainable Food Systems: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Using Google Forms for Student Success: Coursera
  • Fundamentos del Modelo de Negocio Canvas: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • Leading Technical Organizations: Johns Hopkins University
  • Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal: Universidad de Palermo
  • Program Management and the Art of Communication: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Seguimiento de casos y contactos COVID-19: Universidad de Chile
  • Leadership: An Introduction: Johns Hopkins University
  • A Clinician's Guide: Soft Skills for Better Patient Outcomes: Coursera

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