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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


  • M

    McMaster University

    Mindshift: Transforma tu mente para superar obstáculos en el aprendizaje y descubrir tu potencial oculto.

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Mentorship, Willingness To Learn, Adaptability, Professional Development, Personal Development, Growth Mindedness, Learning Strategies, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Blended Learning, Prioritization

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of New Mexico

    Administración Estratégica y Emprendedora

    Skills you'll gain: Business Management, Business Metrics, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Performance Measurement, Resource Management, Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Market Dynamics, Market Intelligence, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Innovation, Resource Allocation, Market Trend, Marketing

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • I

    IBM

    People and Soft Skills Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Teamwork, Team Oriented, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Agile Product Development, Professional Development, Social Skills, Agile Project Management, Professionalism, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Solution Delivery

    ★ 4.7 (351) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The University of Melbourne

    Foundations of International Psychiatry

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Status Examination, Psychiatry, Medical History Documentation, Psychiatric Assessments, Healthcare Ethics, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cultural Responsiveness, Psychosocial Assessments, Intercultural Competence, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Communication, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health Counseling, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Patient Evaluation, Mental Health, Culture, Interpersonal Communications

    ★ 4.7 (201) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • O

    OpenAI

    ChatGPT Foundations for Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering Tools, AI literacy, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Digital pedagogy, AI Integrations, LLM Application, Educational Materials, AI Personalization, Canva (Software), Instructional Design, Communication, Data Security

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • S

    Stanford University

    Giving 2.0: The MOOC

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Resource Utilization, Social Impact, Program Evaluation, Lifelong Learning, Collaboration, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Planning, Entrepreneurship, Research

    ★ 4.6 (217) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leading People and Teams Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Consolidation, Professional Development, Team Building, Recruitment, Team Management, Lifelong Learning, Talent Management, Coaching

    ★ 4.8 (600) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • S

    Stanford University

    Essentials of Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Cultural Responsiveness, Direct Patient Care, Intercultural Competence, Communication, Empathy, Stress Management, Family Support, Needs Assessment

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

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    Universidad Austral

    La enseñanza de las Ciencias Naturales en la escuela primaria

    Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Student Engagement, Drive Engagement, Investigation, Student-Centred Learning, Teaching, General Science and Research, Education and Training, Learning Strategies, Interactive Learning, Pedagogy, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Instructing, K-12 pedagogy, Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies, Childhood Education and Development, Experimentation, Diversity and Inclusion

    ★ 4.8 (130) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Telehealth, Interoperability, Clinical Informatics, Informatics, Electronic Medical Record, Health Information Management, Community Health, Healthcare Ethics, Data Sharing, Dental Informatics, Public Health, Data Ethics, Data Visualization, Medical Terminology, Graph Theory

    ★ 4.4 (314) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Aprendizaje de las matemáticas de primaria

    Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Mathematics Education, Geometry, Systems Of Measurement, Applied Mathematics, General Mathematics

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

  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition Education, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient Education And Counseling, Nutritional Assessment, Health And Wellness Coaching, Exercise Science, Meal Planning And Preparation, Physiology, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.6 (60) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Mindshift: Transforma tu mente para superar obstáculos en el aprendizaje y descubrir tu potencial oculto.: McMaster University
  • Administración Estratégica y Emprendedora: University of New Mexico
  • People and Soft Skills Assessment: IBM
  • Foundations of International Psychiatry: The University of Melbourne
  • ChatGPT Foundations for Teachers: OpenAI
  • Giving 2.0: The MOOC: Stanford University
  • Leading People and Teams Capstone: University of Michigan
  • Essentials of Palliative Care: Stanford University
  • La enseñanza de las Ciencias Naturales en la escuela primaria: Universidad Austral
  • Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics: University of Minnesota

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