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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 Colorado Boulder

    Managing the New Product Development Process

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Development, Product Design, Design Thinking, Persona Development, Innovation, Prototyping, Market Research, Ideation, Target Market, Product Requirements, Wireframing, Customer Insights

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Building and Pitching Marketing Campaigns in Tech Industries

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Operations, Operations Management, Technical Management, Marketing Management, Media Planning, Marketing Strategies, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Management, Marketing and Public Relations, Verbal Communication Skills, Supply Chain Management, Branding, Marketing Budgets, Supply Chain, Loyalty Programs, Business Operations, Presentations, Financial Forecasting, Brand Management, Forecasting

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Forming Christ-Shaped Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Innovation, Compassion, Professionalism, Formal Learning, Personal Integrity, Empathy, Creativity, Diversity Awareness, Lifelong Learning, Relationship Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Recognizing Team Members

    Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Open Mindset, Storytelling, Mindfulness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Validating Your Startup Idea with MVP Experiment Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Target Market, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, Performance Measurement, Risk Analysis, Business Modeling, Feasibility Studies, Business Strategy, Product Development, Verification And Validation, Product Management, Case Studies, Innovation, FinTech, Leadership

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Leadership Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Leadership Development, Leadership, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, People Development, Organizational Development, Business Leadership, Management Training And Development, Strategic Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Coaching, Mentorship, Relationship Building, Employee Performance Management, Motivational Skills, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Digital Shield: Cybersecurity for Data and System Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Malware Protection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Controls, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Network Security, Security Awareness, Encryption

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Leading with Power Skills: Emotions & Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Emotional Intelligence, Positivity, Personal Development, Empathy, Social Skills, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Resilience, Conflict Management, Team Building, Stress Management, Team Motivation, Psychology, Leadership, Team Management, Team Leadership, Decision Making, Mindfulness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Mixed Methods Research: Bridging Qualitative & Quantitative

    Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Data Ethics, Quantitative Research, Data Integration, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Research, Report Writing, Surveys, Interactive Data Visualization, Stakeholder Communications, Presentations, Data Analysis, Data Management, Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Career Management

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Professional Development, Mentorship, Influencing, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Management, Storytelling, Coaching, Talent Management, Branding, Personal Development, Strategic Leadership, Adaptability, Lifelong Learning, Collaboration, Self-Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials for Managers and Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Strategy, Culture Transformation, Enterprise Security, Cyber Operations, Communication, Business Risk Management, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Dashboard

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    Skillshare

    Premiere Pro Pt. 2 — Transitions, Graphics & Animation

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Animations, Post-Production, Motion Graphics, Video Production, Graphic and Visual Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Managing the New Product Development Process: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Building and Pitching Marketing Campaigns in Tech Industries: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Forming Christ-Shaped Leaders: Duke University
  • Recognizing Team Members: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Validating Your Startup Idea with MVP Experiment Canvas: Coursera
  • Leadership Essentials: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Digital Shield: Cybersecurity for Data and System Protection: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Leading with Power Skills: Emotions & Emotional Intelligence: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Mixed Methods Research: Bridging Qualitative & Quantitative: Coursera
  • Career Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração

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