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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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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Negociar con sentido: ¿Competir, colaborar o ceder?

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Game Theory, Conflict Management, Communication, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Prompt Engineering, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Simulations, Digital pedagogy, Simulation and Simulation Software, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Feedback, Experimentation, Research, Peer Review, Interactive Design, Design Strategies, Design, Display Devices, Physics, Chemistry

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    Coursera

    Healthcare Career Explorer Nurse Practitioner (NP)

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Professional Development, Nursing Administration, Nursing Process, Care Coordination, Nursing, Clinical Nursing, Nursing Care, Nursing and Patient Care, Nursing Practices, Clinical Leadership, Direct Patient Care, Patient Advocacy, Patient-centered Care, Leadership, Health Administration, Initiative and Leadership, Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Business English for Non-Native Speakers

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Sales Presentation, Business Correspondence, Interviewing Skills, Business Communication, Case Studies, Business Ethics, Data Visualization, Oral Expression, Presentations, Target Audience, Report Writing, Writing, English Language, Business Analysis, Analysis, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Intercultural Competence, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Communication in the 21st Century Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Business Communication, Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Professional Development, Telecommuting, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Demography

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    The DIY Musician

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Brand Strategy, Professional Networking, Social Media, Branding, Music Performance, Sustainable Business, Leadership, Performing Arts, Media Production, Campaign Management, Instrumental Music, Automation, Marketing, Relationship Building, Entrepreneurship, File Management

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    Alex Genadinik

    Fiverr Freelancing: Strategies To Become a Top-1% Freelancer

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Sales Strategy, Upselling, Customer Acquisition Management, Revenue Management, Telecommuting, Growth Strategies, Entrepreneurship, Search Engine Optimization, Self-Starter, Copywriting, Branding

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDHEC Business School

    Introduction to EdTech

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Emerging Technologies, New Business Development, Innovation, Digital Transformation, New Product Development, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Strategic Decision-Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Sexualidad y educación

    Skills you'll gain: Health Education, Education and Training, Patient Education And Counseling, Advocacy, Social Justice, Family Support, Social and Human Services, Media and Communications, Working With Children, School Counseling, Community Development, Human Development, Curriculum Development, Childhood Education and Development, Cultural Diversity, Child Development, Discussion Facilitation, Social Network Analysis

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    Creo Incubator

    Entrepreneuriat : Idéation et exploration des fondamentaux

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Value Propositions, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Lean Methodologies, Adaptability, Innovation, Problem Solving, New Product Development, Customer Analysis, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leadership in the Water Sector

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, Professional Development, Decision Making

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Topics of Medical Spanish II: Connecting with your Patients

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Spanish Language, Vocabulary, Medical Terminology, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Patient Education And Counseling, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Health Assessment, Medical Office Procedures, Grammar, Anatomy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Negociar con sentido: ¿Competir, colaborar o ceder?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Healthcare Career Explorer Nurse Practitioner (NP): Coursera
  • Business English for Non-Native Speakers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Communication in the 21st Century Workplace: University of California, Irvine
  • The DIY Musician: Berklee
  • Fiverr Freelancing: Strategies To Become a Top-1% Freelancer: Alex Genadinik
  • Introduction to EdTech: EDHEC Business School
  • Sexualidad y educación : Universidad de los Andes
  • Entrepreneuriat : Idéation et exploration des fondamentaux: Creo Incubator

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