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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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    ESSEC Business School

    L'entrepreneuriat social : de l'envie au projet

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, Business Modeling, Sustainable Development, Needs Assessment, Community Development, Business Planning, New Business Development, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Professional Networking, Market Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Conflict Management, Presentations, Technical Communication, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Intercultural Competence, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Team Management, Business Writing, Strategic Communication, Strategic Thinking

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Inteligencia Artificial Generativa para Docentes

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Generative AI, Education Software and Technology, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, digital literacy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Supporting Families and Caregivers

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Parent Communication, Family Support, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Pain Management, Pediatrics, Patient Advocacy, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient-centered Care, Medical Social Work, Working With Children, Family Therapy, Psychosocial Assessments, Child Health, Patient Communication, Child Development, Social Work, Clinical Assessment, Stress Management

    4.5
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    44 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Global Disease Masterclass: Non-communicable Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Cardiology, Public Health, Chronic Diseases, Health Policy, Health Education, Social Determinants Of Health, Internal Medicine, Preventative Care, Medical Science and Research, Oncology, Neurology, Risk Analysis

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

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Aligning Diet and Exercise

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Nutrition and Diet, Sports Medicine, Nutrition Education, Kinesiology, Health And Wellness Coaching

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Coursera

    Utilizing Engaging Assessment with Boom Learning

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

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Innovación y emprendimiento

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Modeling, Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Corporate Strategy, Creative Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Process, Storytelling, Business Strategies, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Team Management, Open Mindset, Value Propositions, Lean Methodologies, Organizational Development, Organizational Strategy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    410 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    El rol docente del médico residente

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Clinical Supervision, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Patient Education And Counseling, Leadership, Public Speaking, Medical Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Train The Trainer, Clinical Practices, Communication Strategies, Communication, Learning Strategies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Glasgow

    Generative AI in the Classroom for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, digital literacy, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Instructional Design, Case Studies, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Social Impact

    4.4
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

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    80 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    New Venture Finance: Startup Funding for Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Sales Presentation, Entrepreneurship, Capital Markets, Finance, Fundraising, Private Equity, Business Valuation, Contract Negotiation, Financial Modeling, Investments, Due Diligence, Business Planning, Cash Flows, Presentations, Storytelling

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • L'entrepreneuriat social : de l'envie au projet: ESSEC Business School
  • Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations: Johns Hopkins University
  • Inteligencia Artificial Generativa para Docentes: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Supporting Families and Caregivers: Stanford University
  • Global Disease Masterclass: Non-communicable Diseases: Imperial College London
  • Aligning Diet and Exercise: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Utilizing Engaging Assessment with Boom Learning: Coursera
  • Innovación y emprendimiento: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • El rol docente del médico residente: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Generative AI in the Classroom for Educators: University of Glasgow

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