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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding and Strengthening Health Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Community Health, Primary Care, Health Care, Public Health, Systems Thinking, Governance, Training Programs, Case Studies, Education and Training

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    Imperial College London

    Health Coaching Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Communication, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Health Promotion, Coaching, Goal Setting, Health Care, Active Listening, Empowerment, Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    116 reviews

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    IE Business School

    Legal Tech & Startups

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Law Practice Management Software, Growth Strategies, Technology Strategies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Market Trend, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Emerging Technologies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Comprendiendo a la discapacidad en entornos universitarios

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Student Support and Services, Educational Materials, Special Education, Instructional Design, Diversity Awareness, Higher Education, Interpersonal Communications, Student Engagement, Case Studies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    93 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    La alfabetización temprana en contextos rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, Literacy, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Writing, Vocabulary, Parent Communication, Learning Strategies, Family Support, Storytelling, Language Learning, Teaching, Instructional Strategies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Public Art and Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Pedagogy, Art History, Digital pedagogy, Social Sciences, Blended Learning, Aesthetics, Creativity, Political Sciences, Community Development, Social Impact, Case Studies, Photography

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    128 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    La escuela rural y su comunidad: herramientas para la acción

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Community Outreach, Education and Training, Community Development, Teaching, Curriculum Planning, Mentorship, Student Support and Services, Family Support, Cultural Responsiveness

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Interpersonal Communication for Engineering Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Business Communication, Crisis Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Cultural Diversity, Global Marketing, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Branding, Active Listening

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    204 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Empathy, Professional Development, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Team Management, Resilience, Relationship Building, Decision Making

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Basic Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Brainstorming, Planning, Data Ethics, Information Management, Research, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    175 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Strategies for Social Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Sustainable Business, Return On Investment, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategies, Business Leadership, Case Studies, Decision Making, Community Development, Business Ethics, Entrepreneurship, Investments

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    English in the Workplace: Soft skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Conflict Management, Meeting Facilitation, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Delegation Skills, English Language, Language Competency, Grammar, Professional Development, Vocabulary

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    123 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Understanding and Strengthening Health Systems: Johns Hopkins University
  • Health Coaching Conversations: Imperial College London
  • Legal Tech & Startups : IE Business School
  • Comprendiendo a la discapacidad en entornos universitarios: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • La alfabetización temprana en contextos rurales : Universidad Austral
  • ART of the MOOC: Public Art and Pedagogy: Duke University
  • La escuela rural y su comunidad: herramientas para la acción: Universidad Austral
  • Interpersonal Communication for Engineering Leaders: Rice University
  • Emotional Intelligence: Arizona State University
  • Basic Information Literacy: The State University of New York

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