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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Applicant Tracking Systems, Content Optimization, Web Presence, Social Media, Editing

    ★ 4.6 (271) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : interventions

    Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Student Support and Services, Family Support, Special Education, School Psychology, Parent Communication, Family Law, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Working With Children, Speech Language Pathology, Speech Therapy, Positive Behavior Support, Communication Disorders, Child Development, Applied Behavior Analysis, Research, Group Therapy, Non-Verbal Communication, Behavior Management, Program Evaluation

    ★ 4.8 (203) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Negotiation, Mediation, and Conflict Resolution - Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies, Analysis, Value Propositions, Peer Review, Process Design

    ★ 4.8 (287) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Create video, audio and infographics for online learning

    Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Canva (Software), Podcasting, Video Production, Instructional Design, Multimedia, Content Creation, Adult Learning Principles, Presentations, Visual Storytelling, Digital pedagogy, Graphic Design, Digital Content, Videography, Visual Design, Storyboarding, Creative Design, Learning Strategies, Electronic Media, Communication Strategies

    ★ 4.8 (109) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Comprendre la France, Advanced French Language & Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Language Competency, Persuasive Communication, Motion Arguments, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Culture, Political Sciences, Multilingualism, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, European History, Art History, World History, Science and Research, Social Sciences

    ★ 4.8 (159) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Learn to Teach Java

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, Teaching, Programming Principles, Program Development, Pedagogy, Computer Programming, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Cultural Responsiveness, Digital pedagogy, Test Case, Computational Logic, Algorithms, Data Structures

    ★ 4.7 (57) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Online teaching: Using Zoom to connect with learners

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Interactive Learning, Pedagogy, Driving engagement, Instructional Strategies, Digital pedagogy, Blended Learning, Collaborative Software, Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, digital literacy, Information Privacy

    ★ 4.8 (77) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Local Economic Development

    Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Community Development, Entrepreneurship, Economics, Project Design, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Competitive Analysis, New Business Development, Case Studies, Social Studies, Innovation, Policy Development, Governance, Natural Resource Management

    ★ 4.8 (407) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Community Organizing for Social Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Community Development, Community and Social Work, Diversity Awareness, Social Work, Discussion Facilitation, Community Outreach, Intercultural Competence, Social Impact, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Program Evaluation, Persuasive Communication

    ★ 4.8 (327) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Peer Review, Collaborative Software, Diagram Design, Collaboration, Information Architecture, Community Development, Team Collaboration, Constructive Feedback

    ★ 4.9 (412) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Criação de Startups: Como desenvolver negócios inovadores

    Skills you'll gain: Market Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Market Research, User Feedback, Business Modeling, User Research, New Product Development, Marketing, Product Development, Business Planning, Digital Marketing, New Business Development, Innovation, Business Development, Business Strategies, Ideation, Scalability, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Strategy

    ★ 4.8 (614) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción al mundo de las negociaciones

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Overcoming Objections, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Relationship Building, Conflict Management, International Relations, Business Ethics, Intercultural Competence, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.8 (763) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular adult education courses

  • Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search: Coursera
  • Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : interventions: University of Geneva
  • Negotiation, Mediation, and Conflict Resolution - Capstone Project: ESSEC Business School
  • Create video, audio and infographics for online learning: Macquarie University
  • Comprendre la France, Advanced French Language & Culture: École Polytechnique
  • Learn to Teach Java: University of California San Diego
  • Online teaching: Using Zoom to connect with learners: Macquarie University
  • Local Economic Development: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Community Organizing for Social Justice: University of Michigan
  • Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar: Universidade de São Paulo

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