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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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    Princeton University

    Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Program Development, File I/O, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms, Animations, Debugging

    4.7
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    Universidad Austral

    Red de sentidos: Arte, educación y procesos creativos

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Planning, Art History, Teaching, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Pedagogy, Aesthetics, Mathematics Education, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Research, Collaboration, Science and Research

    4.9
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    Macquarie University

    Adapting: Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Personal Development, Time Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Productivity, Cultural Sensitivity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Business Ethics, Business Writing, Leadership Development, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, Communication

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    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    Pluralidades em PortuguĆŖs Brasileiro

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Literacy, Vocabulary, Culture, Language Learning, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Grammar

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    ESSEC Business School

    Diversity and inclusion in the workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Intercultural Competence, Psychology, Sociology, Innovation, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Change

    4.7
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    977 reviews

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    University of Houston

    American Deaf Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Social Justice, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Communication Disorders, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Special Education, Education and Training, Non-Verbal Communication, Civil Law

    4.5
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    392 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Everyday Chinese Medicine 2

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Health Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Promotion, Public Health, Pharmacology, Clinical Practices, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment, Exercise Therapy

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    235 reviews

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    University of California, Davis

    Academic Research Types and Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Research, Higher Education, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Student Engagement, Safety and Security

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Differentiated Instruction, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Blended Learning, Special Education, Pedagogy, Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Social Justice

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    University of Virginia

    Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Integrity, Employee Coaching, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Decision Making, Program Implementation, Action Oriented, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution, Case Studies

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    610 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Startup Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, Business Planning, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Value Propositions, Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, Operations Management, Resourcefulness, Thought Leadership, Problem Solving, Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Initiative and Leadership, Market Research, New Product Development, Business Strategy

    4.7
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    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Zurich

    Teaching Science at University

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Experimentation, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Lecturing, Student Engagement, Research Design, Drive Engagement, Course Development, Scientific Methods, Simulations, Model Evaluation

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

  • Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose:Ā Princeton University
  • Red de sentidos: Arte, educación y procesos creativos:Ā Universidad Austral
  • Adapting: Career Development:Ā Macquarie University
  • Pluralidades em PortuguĆŖs Brasileiro:Ā Universidade Estadual de Campinas
  • Diversity and inclusion in the workplace:Ā ESSEC Business School
  • American Deaf Culture:Ā University of Houston
  • Everyday Chinese Medicine 2:Ā The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Academic Research Types and Methods:Ā University of California, Davis
  • Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning:Ā University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values:Ā University of Virginia

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