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.

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Instructional Strategies, Special Education, Student Engagement, Lesson Planning, Language Learning, Cultural Responsiveness, Vocabulary
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Microsoft Office, Goal Setting, Educational Materials
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Learning Management Systems, Information Architecture, Content Management, Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Experimentation, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Data Ethics, Statistical Modeling, Data Science, A/B Testing, Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Linear Algebra, Calculus
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Machine Learning, Financial Data, Artificial Intelligence, Financial Systems, Supervised Learning, Information Privacy, Entrepreneurship, Technology Strategies, Unsupervised Learning, Data Integrity, Distributed Computing, Data Management, Reinforcement Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Cooperation, Personal Development, Teamwork, Professional Development, Conflict Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Thinking, Communication Strategies, Business Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Requirements Management, Design Reviews, Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, User Requirements Documents, Requirements Analysis, Systems Design, Business Requirements, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Leadership, Engineering Design Process, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing and Production, Coordination, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Making
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Critical Thinking, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Analysis, Learning Strategies, Self-Starter, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Cybersecurity, Pedagogy, Data Security, Cryptography, Information Privacy, Encryption, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Applications, Web Servers, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Research, Research Methodologies, Personal Development, Research Design, Research and Design, Curiosity, Science and Research, Problem Solving, Persistence, Persuasive Communication, Time Management, Student Engagement, Goal Setting, Journals, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Safety and Security
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Hult International Business School
Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Rapport Building, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Sales Presentation, Communication, Prospecting and Qualification, Influencing, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Negotiation, Interviewing Skills, Branding, Time Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks