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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.


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    Coursera

    Results-Driven Leadership for High-Performing Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Accountability, Organizational Leadership, Drive Engagement, Team Leadership, Dealing With Ambiguity, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Performance Management, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Business Leadership, Employee Engagement, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Stress Management, Productivity, Professional Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Nurturing Entrepreneurial Mindsets

    Skills you'll gain: Needs Assessment, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Community Development, Initiative and Leadership, Social Work, Leadership Studies, Social Impact, Education and Training, Creativity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Agile Process, Project, and Program Controls

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Agile Project Management, Program Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Project Portfolio Management, Negotiation, Agile Methodology, Project Controls, Project Risk Management, Team Leadership, Project Management, Quality Management, Leadership, Scaled Agile Framework, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Continuous Improvement Process, Return On Investment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Culture Matters and Teamwork

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Virtual Teams, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Professional Development, Empathy, Adaptability, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IE Business School

    Scale Up Specialization Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Culture Transformation, Case Studies, Growth Strategies, Process Development, Sales, Business Development, Business Planning, Product Management, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business Research, Marketing, Operations Management, People Management, Business Writing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lecturio

    Psychology and Sociology

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Psychosocial Assessments, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Nursing Care, Social Sciences, Stress Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Psychology, Sociology, Psychological Evaluations, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Responsiveness, Behavioral Health, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Human Learning, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Learning Theory, Neurology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Valuing Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Management, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Team Motivation, Productivity, Collaboration, Professional Development, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Goal Setting, Coaching, Storytelling, Mindfulness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Insper

    Introdução à Ciência da Primeira Infância

    Skills you'll gain: Infant Care, Child Health, Child Welfare, Childhood Education and Development, Socioeconomics, Child Development, Working With Children, Pediatrics, Nutrition and Diet, Human Development, Parent Communication, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Promotion, Care Coordination

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Desenvolvimento do Líder

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, Leadership, Professional Development, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Development, People Management, Behavioral Management, Personal Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Building and Pitching Marketing Campaigns in Tech Industries

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Operations, Operations Management, Technical Management, Marketing Management, Media Planning, Marketing Strategies, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Management, Marketing and Public Relations, Verbal Communication Skills, Supply Chain Management, Branding, Marketing Budgets, Supply Chain, Loyalty Programs, Business Operations, Presentations, Financial Forecasting, Brand Management, Forecasting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Navigating Business Careers: Networks, Teams, Expertise

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Collaboration, Professional Networking, Leadership and Management, Professionalism, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership, Business Leadership, Relationship Building, Branding, Personal Attributes, Goal Setting, Mentorship, Adaptability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Professional Development, Public Speaking, Relationship Building, Smart Goals, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Communication, General Networking, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Stress Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Results-Driven Leadership for High-Performing Teams: Coursera
  • Nurturing Entrepreneurial Mindsets: Duke University
  • Agile Process, Project, and Program Controls: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Culture Matters and Teamwork: University of Colorado System
  • Scale Up Specialization Capstone : IE Business School
  • Psychology and Sociology: Lecturio
  • Valuing Excellence: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Introdução à Ciência da Primeira Infância: Insper
  • Desenvolvimento do Líder: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Building and Pitching Marketing Campaigns in Tech Industries: University of Colorado Boulder

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