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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.


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Popular Adult Education Courses and Certifications


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    Tufts University

    Building a Healthy Plate

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Meal Planning And Preparation, Health Education

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    164 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning Capstone: The Reflective Practitioner

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Growth Mindedness, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Personal Development, Empathy, Goal Setting, Adaptability

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique

    Comprendre la France, Advanced French Language & Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Writing, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar, Culture, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Art History, World History, Science and Research, Social Sciences, Cinematography

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    153 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Innovar tu enseñanza con design thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Student-Centred Learning, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Human Centered Design, Curriculum Development, Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Empathy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    237 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Melbourne

    Global Adolescent Health

    Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Health Education, Health Promotion, Public Health, Socioeconomics, Human Development, Community Health, Mental Health, Child Health, Injury Prevention, Chronic Diseases, Nutrition and Diet

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    126 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Create a High-Performing Team

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Team Leadership, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, People Development, Professional Development, Relationship Management, Leadership, Culture Transformation, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Willingness To Learn, Lifelong Learning, AI Enablement, Constructive Feedback

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    208 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    People and Soft Skills Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Presentations, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Social Skills, Agile Project Management, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Solution Delivery, Composure

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    310 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Leadership for Public Health Crises

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Emergency Response, Conflict Management, Patient Communication, Crisis Intervention, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Interviewing Skills, Safety and Security, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Risk Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Health

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    287 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Compassion, Community Development, Community Outreach, Social Impact, Needs Assessment, Train The Trainer, Program Evaluation, Sustainable Development, Education and Training, Data Mapping, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Curriculum Planning, Working With Children, Collaboration, Planning, Environmental Issue

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    153 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Program Evaluation, Community Outreach, Education and Training, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Classroom Management, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, K-12 pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Public Policies, Student-Centred Learning, Pedagogy, Planning, Social Justice, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Initiative and Leadership

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    550 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Teaching, Liberal Arts, Instructing, Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, Instructional Strategies, Art History, Student Engagement, Classroom Management, Self-Awareness, Curriculum Planning, Lesson Planning, Research, Learning Styles, Empathy, Social Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    527 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Diseño de Actividades con PhET para la Educación STEM

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematics Education, Interactive Design, Experimentation, Chemistry, Graphing, Physics, Biology, Algebra, Geometry

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    142 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Building a Healthy Plate: Tufts University
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning Capstone: The Reflective Practitioner: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Comprendre la France, Advanced French Language & Culture : École Polytechnique
  • Innovar tu enseñanza con design thinking: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Global Adolescent Health: The University of Melbourne
  • Create a High-Performing Team: Google
  • People and Soft Skills Assessment : IBM
  • Leadership for Public Health Crises: The State University of New York
  • Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales: Universidad Austral

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