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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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    Kennesaw State University

    Career Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Mentorship, Social Media, Rapport Building, Social Media Strategy, Relationship Building, Professionalism, Business Writing, Writing, People Development, Job Analysis, Planning, Business Correspondence, Relationship Management, Strategic Communication, Communication, Leadership

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Plan a Successful Freelancing Business

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Peer Review, Market Research, Entrepreneurship, Service Design, Constructive Feedback, Goal Setting, Needs Assessment

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Giving 2.0: The MOOC

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Resource Utilization, Social Impact, Program Evaluation, Lifelong Learning, Collaboration, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Planning, Entrepreneurship, Research

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Scalability, Distributed Computing, Shell Script, Computer Systems, Big Data, Linux Commands, Hardware Architecture, Operating Systems, File Systems, Computing Platforms, Linux, Performance Testing, Scripting, Performance Tuning, Memory Management, Programming Principles, Capacity Management, File Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Needs Assessment, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Business, Community Development, Business Planning, New Business Development, Innovation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Entrepreneurship, Systems Thinking, Personal Development, Feasibility Studies, Ideation, Social Justice, Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Self-Awareness, Community Development, Case Studies, Empathy, Resilience

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Foundations of Trauma Informed Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Working With Children, Trauma Care, Childhood Education and Development, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, K-12 pedagogy, Disabilities, Advocacy, Social Justice, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Student Support and Services, Self-Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Responsiveness

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Policy Development, Primary Care, Health Care, Public Health, Health Administration, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Community Organizing, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Policy Analysis, Governance, Training Programs, Pharmaceuticals, Education and Training

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

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Respiration, Physiology, Neurology, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    High Tech High Graduate School of Education

    How To Teach Us

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Interactive Learning, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Collaboration, Curriculum Planning, Scheduling, Learning Theory, Drive Engagement, Human Learning, Project Design, Discussion Facilitation, Presentations

    4.3
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    Coursera

    Create a Profile and Network on LinkedIn

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Web Presence, Relationship Building, Professional Development, General Networking, Professionalism

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California, Irvine

    Intercultural Communication and Conflict Resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Communication Planning, Culture, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Communication, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Career Discovery: Kennesaw State University
  • Plan a Successful Freelancing Business : California Institute of the Arts
  • Giving 2.0: The MOOC: Stanford University
  • Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • L'entrepreneuriat social : de l'envie au projet: ESSEC Business School
  • Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started: University of Michigan
  • Foundations of Trauma Informed Pedagogy: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Understanding and Strengthening Health Systems: Johns Hopkins University
  • Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • How To Teach Us: High Tech High Graduate School of Education

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