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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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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    A tanulás tanulása: Hatékony mentális eszközök, melyek segítenek megbirkózni a nehéz tantárgyakkal (Learning How to Learn)

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Willingness To Learn, Time Management, Human Learning, Mental Concentration, Creativity, Growth Mindedness, Persistence, Curiosity, Overcoming Obstacles, Cognitive flexibility, Personal Development, Stress Management, Dealing With Ambiguity

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    University of California San Diego

    User Experience: Research & Prototyping

    Skills you'll gain: Design Research, User Experience Design, User Research, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Persona (User Experience), Interaction Design, Usability Testing, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Creativity, Storyboarding, Interviewing Skills

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Innovation for Entrepreneurs: From Idea to Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Commercialization, Product Planning, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Development, Team Building, Product Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Design Thinking, Product Testing, Customer Insights, Business Strategies, Team Motivation, Market Opportunities, User Research, Market Research, Team Management, Business Modeling, Technology Strategies, Value Propositions

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    University of Geneva

    Violences et religions

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Social Studies, Research, Intercultural Competence, Political Sciences, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Psychology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Coaching Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Management Training And Development, Accountability, Performance Management, Professional Development, People Development, Employee Performance Management, Performance Improvement, Constructive Feedback, Gap Analysis, Communication Strategies

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    University of Michigan

    How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Development, Strategic Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Goal Setting, General Networking, Growth Mindedness, Business

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: enfoque cuantitativo

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Education and Training, Teaching, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Survey Creation, Data Analysis Software, Education Software and Technology, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis

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    University of Arizona

    Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Environment, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods, Microbiology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    The New Nordic Diet - from Gastronomy to Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Food and Beverage, Health Promotion, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Adaptability, Community Health, Child Health, Environmental Issue, Clinical Trials

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Doing Business in China

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Peer Review, Market Opportunities, Business Planning, Innovation, Consumer Behaviour, Business Leadership, Brand Management, Strategic Thinking, Marketing, Business Strategy, Business Development, Global Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Business Consulting, Business Strategies, Digital Media Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Analysis, Go To Market Strategy

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    University of California, Irvine

    Performance Assessment in the Virtual Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Performance Testing, Virtual Environment, Data Analysis Software

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Aprendizaje, primera infancia y desarrollo de habilidades

    Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Child Development, Working With Children, Pedagogy, Teaching, Education and Training, Instructional Strategies, Human Development, Human Learning, Adult Education, Formal Learning, Economic Development, Higher Education, Social Sciences, Family Support, Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, Cognitive flexibility, Public Policies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • A tanulás tanulása: Hatékony mentális eszközök, melyek segítenek megbirkózni a nehéz tantárgyakkal (Learning How to Learn): Deep Teaching Solutions
  • User Experience: Research & Prototyping: University of California San Diego
  • Innovation for Entrepreneurs: From Idea to Marketplace: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Violences et religions: University of Geneva
  • Coaching Practices: University of California, Davis
  • How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others: University of Michigan
  • Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: enfoque cuantitativo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona
  • The New Nordic Diet - from Gastronomy to Health : University of Copenhagen
  • Doing Business in China: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

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