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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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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    The Wonders and Challenges of Bible Education

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Pedagogy, Program Evaluation, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Classroom Management, Storytelling, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Student Engagement, Child Development, Working With Children, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Social Studies, Culture, Discussion Facilitation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Climate change education: sustainable environments

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Land Management, Sustainable Development, Environment Health And Safety, Natural Resource Management

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Education on climate change: water and soil

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Environmental Science, Land Management, Sustainable Development, Education and Training, Climate Change Mitigation, Biology, Teaching

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Intercultural Competence, Trustworthiness, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Education and Training, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Higher Education, digital literacy, Communication, Time Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Digital pedagogy, Program Development, Technical Communication, Computer Programming, Education Software and Technology, Event-Driven Programming, Code Review, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Software Documentation, Brainstorming, Data Structures, Student Engagement, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Game Design

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    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Cybersecurity, Pedagogy, Student Engagement, Blockchain, Digital pedagogy, Algorithms, Data Security, Teaching, digital literacy, Cryptography, Technical Communication, Diversity Awareness, K-12 pedagogy, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies, Computer Networking, Digital Transformation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fractions for Primary Education with PhET Simulations

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Simulations, Collaborative Software

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Classroom Management, Teaching, Adaptability, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Adult Education, Student Engagement, Rapport Building, Professional Development, Learning Theory, Collaboration, Curriculum Development, Childhood Education and Development, Planning

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University at Buffalo

    ADHD: Everyday Strategies for Elementary Students

    Skills you'll gain: Classroom Management, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Psychiatric Assessments, Parent Communication, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Working With Children, Clinical Assessment, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Treatment Planning, Diagnostic Tests, Child Development, Planning, Communication

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Assessment in Higher Education: Professional Development for Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Higher Education, Instructional Design, Program Standards, Planning, Reliability, Analytical Skills, Decision Making

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Affirmative Action in Higher Education Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Higher Education, Student Engagement, Social Justice, Community Outreach, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Case Studies, Advocacy, Legal Proceedings

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    User Awareness and Education for Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Security, AI Enablement, End User Training and Support, Human Computer Interaction, Information Privacy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Wonders and Challenges of Bible Education: Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • Climate change education: sustainable environments: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Education on climate change: water and soil: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era: The State University of New York
  • Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
  • Fractions for Primary Education with PhET Simulations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • ADHD: Everyday Strategies for Elementary Students: University at Buffalo
  • Assessment in Higher Education: Professional Development for Teachers: Erasmus University Rotterdam

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