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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to PicsArt for Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Content, Photo Editing, Marketing, Graphics Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Entrepreneurship, Business

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    86 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Instructional Planning with Genially

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    Universidad Austral

    Enseñar, aprender y evaluar en Escuelas Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Cultural Diversity, Classroom Management, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Program Evaluation, K-12 pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    212 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Fundamentos del Modelo de Negocio Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Target Market, Strategic Partnership, Business Analysis, Business Continuity, Business Development, Case Studies, Customer Relationship Management, Cost Accounting, Resource Management, Revenue Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    245 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    E

    Emory University

    From Freedom Rides to Ferguson: Narratives of Nonviolence in the American Civil Rights Movement

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Impact, Social Studies, Advocacy, Conflict Management, Education and Training, Civil Law, Cultural Diversity, Discussion Facilitation, Media and Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    318 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Leadership and Disruption

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Lifelong Learning, Leadership, Digital Transformation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Business Transformation, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Telecommuting, Constructive Feedback, Organizational Leadership, Drive Engagement, Innovation, Professional Development, Strategic Leadership, Storytelling, Adaptability, Team Motivation, Strategic Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    277 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
    Free
    S

    Sciences Po

    A la recherche du Grand Paris

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Cultural Diversity, Demography, Culture, Economics, Public Policies, Education and Training, Governance

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    107 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Applied Sustainability Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Business, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Product Engineering, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Engineering, Waste Minimization, Packaging and Labeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Emerging Technologies

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Actúa ante el dolor crónico

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Goal Setting, Patient Education And Counseling, Resilience, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Personal Care, Emotional Intelligence, Chronic Diseases, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Management, Self-Awareness, Physical Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Communication, Nutrition and Diet

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    292 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Understand Best Practices with Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Learning Management Systems, Information Architecture, Content Management, Design

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    e

    emlyon business school

    Effectuation : l'entrepreneuriat pour tous

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Dealing With Ambiguity, Business, Stakeholder Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Business Strategies, Business Risk Management, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    231 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    Duke University

    Raising Impact Investment Capital

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurial Finance, Due Diligence, Financial Forecasting, Capital Budgeting, Social Impact, Investments, Contract Negotiation, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Investment Management, Fundraising, Negotiation, Business Modeling, Finance, Strategic Partnership, Capital Markets, Performance Measurement, Business Strategy, Growth Strategies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to PicsArt for Social Media Marketing: Coursera
  • Instructional Planning with Genially: Coursera
  • Enseñar, aprender y evaluar en Escuelas Rurales: Universidad Austral
  • Fundamentos del Modelo de Negocio Canvas: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • From Freedom Rides to Ferguson: Narratives of Nonviolence in the American Civil Rights Movement: Emory University
  • Leadership and Disruption: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • A la recherche du Grand Paris: Sciences Po
  • Applied Sustainability Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Actúa ante el dolor crónico: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Understand Best Practices with Canvas: Coursera

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