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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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    University of Glasgow

    Generative AI in the Classroom for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, digital literacy, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Instructional Design, Case Studies, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Social Impact

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Acupressure Essentials: Pressure Point Techniques for Symptom Management and Self-Care

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Mindfulness, Manual Therapy, Treatment Planning, Nursing and Patient Care, Clinical Practices, Mental Health, Patient Communication

    4.8
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    40 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Utilizing Engaging Assessment with Boom Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy

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    The State University of New York

    Basic Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Brainstorming, Planning, Data Ethics, Information Management, Research, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    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

    3D Printing Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Intellectual Property, Conceptual Design, 3D Modeling, Solution Design, Innovation, Prototyping, Social Impact, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Entrepreneurship

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Understanding the Music Business: What is Music Worth?

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music Performance, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Intellectual Property, Performing Arts, Digital Transformation, Marketing, Innovation, Business Modeling, Revenue Management, Business Ethics, Live Streaming, Media Production

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

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Mining Foundations and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Anomaly Detection, Unsupervised Learning, Data Warehousing, Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Data Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Data Science, Data Integration, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Big Data, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis

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    Arizona State University

    Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Empathy, Professional Development, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Team Management, Resilience, Relationship Building, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Public Health in Humanitarian Crises 2

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Epidemiology, Public Health, Crisis Intervention, Infectious Diseases, Surveys, Community Health, Sanitation, Emergency Response, Mental Health, Infant Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Nutrition Education

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    119 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    La alfabetización temprana en contextos rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, Literacy, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Writing, Vocabulary, Learning Strategies, Family Support, Storytelling, Language Learning, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Cinematic Health

    Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant

    Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, De-escalation Techniques, Patient Positioning, Patient Education And Counseling, Caregiving, Trauma Care, Infection Control, Cultural Diversity, Disabilities, Professionalism, Mental and Behavioral Health, Geriatrics, Patient Communication, Nursing Homes, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Nursing Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Safety, Healthcare Ethics, Professional Development

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Brilliant, Passionate You

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Empowerment, Community Development, Positivity, Lifelong Learning, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Cultural Diversity

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

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

  • Generative AI in the Classroom for Educators: University of Glasgow
  • Acupressure Essentials: Pressure Point Techniques for Symptom Management and Self-Care: University of Minnesota
  • Utilizing Engaging Assessment with Boom Learning: Coursera
  • Basic Information Literacy: The State University of New York
  • 3D Printing Applications: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Understanding the Music Business: What is Music Worth?: Vanderbilt University
  • Data Mining Foundations and Practice: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Emotional Intelligence: Arizona State University
  • Public Health in Humanitarian Crises 2: Johns Hopkins University
  • La alfabetización temprana en contextos rurales : Universidad Austral

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