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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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    Wesleyan University

    Creating Behavioral Change

    Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Behavior Management, Behavioral Management, Health Promotion, Experimentation, Health Education, Learning Theory

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    204 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Improving Classroom Management with Class Dojo

    Skills you'll gain: Classroom Management, Education Software and Technology, Real Time Data, Data Management, Record Keeping

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    156 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Leadership for the future

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

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    299 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Hong Kong

    Making Sense of the News: News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, digital literacy, Media and Communications, Research, Digital Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    238 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    STARWEAVER

    Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Public Speaking, Constructive Feedback, Professionalism, Professional Development, Self-Awareness

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    96 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ISC2

    Security Concepts and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Security Awareness, Change Control, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Information Assurance, Data Security, Safety and Security, Cyber Security Policies, Enterprise Security, Data Ethics, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Security Assessment, Data Integrity, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    112 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Big Interview

    The Art of the Job Interview

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Networking, Recruitment, Verbal Communication Skills, Job Analysis, Communication, Professional Development, Negotiation, Rapport Building, Oral Expression, Storytelling, Professionalism, Personal Attributes, Writing

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    93 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    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
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    109 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Developing Training Materials, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Education Software and Technology, Teaching, Classroom Management, Digital pedagogy, Cultural Responsiveness, Active Listening, Creativity, Empowerment, Collaboration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    104 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    271 reviews

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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, Quality Assurance, Solution Design, Technical Documentation, Continuous Monitoring, Technical Writing, System Implementation

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    219 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    From Idea to Startup

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Value Propositions, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Business Strategy, New Product Development, Commercialization, Risk Management, Product Development, Innovation, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Sales Presentations, Feasibility Studies, Verification And Validation, Decision Making, Interviewing Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    783 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Creating Behavioral Change: Wesleyan University
  • Improving Classroom Management with Class Dojo: Coursera
  • Leadership for the future: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Making Sense of the News: News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens: The University of Hong Kong
  • Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills: STARWEAVER
  • Security Concepts and Practices: ISC2
  • The Art of the Job Interview: Big Interview
  • Create video, audio and infographics for online learning: Macquarie University
  • Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom: Berklee
  • Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search: Coursera

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