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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.


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    Rice University

    Introduction to Teaching English Learners

    Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Diversity Awareness, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, digital literacy, Instructional Strategies, Culture, Education Software and Technology, Special Education, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Teaching, Instructing, Curriculum Planning, English Language, Learning Management Systems, Lifelong Learning, Student Engagement, Lesson Planning, Language Learning

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    Michigan State University

    Planning: Principled, Proposing, Proofing, and Practicing to a Success Plan

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Business Planning, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Verification And Validation, Business Development, Business Strategy, Product Development, Financial Forecasting, New Business Development, Financial Analysis, Customer Analysis, Innovation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Traditional herbal medicine in supportive cancer care: From alternative to integrative

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Drug Interaction, Patient Education and Support, Treatment Planning, Pain Management, Medical History Documentation, Care Management, Clinical Research, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Mentalidad Emprendedora

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategy, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Lean Methodologies, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Product Development, Trend Analysis, Customer Insights

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Power of Team Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Team Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Team Motivation, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Organizational Development, Performance Analysis, Leadership

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Research, Education and Training, General Medicine, Teaching, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biotechnology, Medical Privacy, Biology, Food and Beverage

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Johns Hopkins University

    International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Diversity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Stress Management, Safety Training, Preventative Care, Injury Prevention, Occupational Health, Public Health, Safety and Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Adaptability, Infectious Diseases, Emergency Response, Mental Health, Planning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Big Data, Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Computer Architecture

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Building and Managing Superior Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Peer Review, Professional Development, Goal Setting, Employee Training, AI Enablement, Personal Development, Performance Appraisal, Job Analysis, Talent Acquisition, Self-Awareness, Coaching, Recruitment Strategies, Test Tools, Constructive Feedback, Benchmarking, Portfolio Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Educación sobre cambio climático: entornos sostenibles

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Water Resources, Sustainable Development, Health Education, Land Management, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Science, Teaching, Interactive Learning, Climate Change Mitigation, Community Organizing, Storytelling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Modes of Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Education and Training, Storytelling, Human Learning, Instructional Strategies, Community Outreach, Science and Research, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Liberal Arts, Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Driving engagement, Creativity, Psychology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Compreendendo o Zika e doenças emergentes

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Public Health, Maternal Health, Biology, Health Education, Immunology, Sanitation, Child Health, Community Health, Preventative Care, Neurology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Teaching English Learners: Rice University
  • Planning: Principled, Proposing, Proofing, and Practicing to a Success Plan: Michigan State University
  • Traditional herbal medicine in supportive cancer care: From alternative to integrative: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Mentalidad Emprendedora: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • The Power of Team Culture: University of Pennsylvania
  • Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
  • International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Building and Managing Superior Skills: The State University of New York
  • Educación sobre cambio climático: entornos sostenibles: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

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