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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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Popular Adult Education Courses and Certifications


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    Universidad de los Andes

    Lectura crítica: proceso, niveles y herramientas

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Critical Thinking, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Analysis, Learning Strategies, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Communication

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    538 reviews

    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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    174 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tsinghua University

    Just Reading and Writing English 2

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, English Language, Literacy, Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Grammar, Vocabulary

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Effective Sales – An Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Sales, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Relationship Building, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    285 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    大学生瑜伽

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Mental Concentration, Mental Health, Stress Management, Physical Stamina, Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, Higher Education, Anatomy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Education, Persistence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Leadership for the future

    Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Business Transformation, Employee Engagement, Delegation Skills, Stakeholder Communications, Corporate Communications, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Internal Communications, Professional Development, Mentorship, Leadership, Business Process, Lifelong Learning, Organizational Change, Communication, Digital Transformation, Business Leadership, Influencing, Team Leadership

    4.8
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    286 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Medical Management, Preventative Care, Care Management, Practice Management, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Case Management, Utilization Management, Interoperability, Primary Care, Health Informatics, Patient-centered Care, Chronic Diseases, Public Health, Electronic Medical Record, Data Management, Health Education

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Ethics, Culture, and Global Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Brand Management, Culture, Global Marketing, Branding, Brand Strategy, Corporate Sustainability, Intercultural Competence, Decision Making, Stakeholder Management, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    219 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    149 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Building Students Math Skills with iKnowit

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Education Software and Technology, User Accounts

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Proyecto de diseño instruccional para el aprendizaje activo en ambientes digitales

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Quality Assurance, Systems Analysis, Solution Design, User Centered Design, Technical Documentation, System Implementation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    208 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Lectura crítica: proceso, niveles y herramientas: Universidad de los Andes
  • The Power of Team Culture: University of Pennsylvania
  • Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
  • Just Reading and Writing English 2: Tsinghua University
  • Effective Sales – An Overview: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • 大学生瑜伽: Peking University
  • Leadership for the future: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes: University of Houston
  • Ethics, Culture, and Global Perspectives: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Building and Managing Superior Skills: The State University of New York

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