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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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    e-Learning Ecologies: Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning for the Digital Age

    Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Digital pedagogy, Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, digital literacy, Emerging Technologies, Innovation

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Supplier Management, Project Schedules, Project Closure, Engineering Management, Milestones (Project Management), Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Scheduling, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Procurement, Quality Management, Team Management, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, Project Scoping, Project Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Communications

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Ancient Philosophy: Plato & His Predecessors

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Mathematics Education, Governance

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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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    University of Michigan

    Good with Words: Writing and Editing

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Writing, Organizational Skills, Proofreading, Storytelling, Productivity, Planning, Detail Oriented, Time Management, Brainstorming, Content Creation, Overcoming Obstacles, Resourcefulness, Lifelong Learning, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Creativity

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Food Design Thinking: Pensar creativamente la alimentación

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Food and Beverage, Consumer Behaviour, Nutrition and Diet, Health Education, Creative Thinking, Culture, Hospitality and Food Services, Human Centered Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Sustainability Standards, Systems Thinking, Social Impact, Empathy

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Negociar con sentido: ¿Competir, colaborar o ceder?

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Game Theory, Communication, Conflict Management, Business Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Decision Making, Cultural Sensitivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

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    Stanford University

    Stories of Infection

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health, Epidemiology, Patient-centered Care, Microbiology, Pathology, Infection Control, Immunology, Preventative Care, Clinical Assessment

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    University of Minnesota

    Herbal Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Contraindication, Pharmacology, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacotherapy, Medication Therapy Management, Nurse Education, Pain Management, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Evaluation, Respiratory Care, Patient Safety, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Chronic Diseases, Gynecology, Health And Safety Standards, Medical Science and Research, Patient Communication, General Science and Research

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    Board Infinity

    Mindfulness at Work: Enhancing Focus and Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Mental Concentration, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Resilience, Communication, Productivity, Professional Development, Organizational Development, Leadership Studies

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Instructional Design Foundations and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional and Curriculum Design, Needs Assessment, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Diversity and Inclusion, Training and Development, Education and Training, Curriculum Development, Analysis

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    LearnQuest

    Leading High-Performance Sales Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Sales Management, Conflict Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Drive Engagement, Emotional Intelligence, Virtual Teams, Recognizing Others, Professional Development, Management Training And Development, Coaching, Team Management, Cultural Diversity, Communication, Active Listening, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Leadership, Employee Performance Management, Intercultural Competence, Performance Analysis

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

  • e-Learning Ecologies: Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning for the Digital Age: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Project Management: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Ancient Philosophy: Plato & His Predecessors: University of Pennsylvania
  • Business English for Non-Native Speakers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Good with Words: Writing and Editing: University of Michigan
  • Food Design Thinking: Pensar creativamente la alimentación: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Negociar con sentido: ¿Competir, colaborar o ceder?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Stories of Infection: Stanford University
  • Herbal Medicine: University of Minnesota
  • Mindfulness at Work: Enhancing Focus and Well-Being: Board Infinity

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