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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


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    The University of Sydney

    مهارات التفكير النقدي لتحقيق النجاح في الجامعة

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Systems Thinking, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Investigation, Self-Awareness, Communication

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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Conditional Loops and If Statements

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Program Development, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Digital pedagogy, Computer Programming, Computer Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Effective Corporate Communication: Principles & Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Stakeholder Communications, Business Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Intercultural Competence, Public Relations, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Crisis Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Digital Communications, Employee Engagement, Branding

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    University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

    Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 2: A Soft Skills Course

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Team Building, Relationship Building, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Willingness To Learn, Quick Learning, Cognitive flexibility

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Support for Visual Processing with Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Microsoft Office

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    Goldman Sachs

    Expanda Seus Negócios com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs

    Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Business Planning, Market Opportunities, Growth Strategies, Business Development, Business Strategies, Entrepreneurship, Peer Review, Business Acumen, Business Analysis, Goal Setting

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    University of California, Davis

    Digital Innovation: How to Build Digital Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Digital Transformation, Digital Communications, Business Transformation, Data Storage, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Social Impact, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Media Strategy, Information Privacy, Machine Learning

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Empresas familiares

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Case Studies, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources Management and Planning, New Product Development, Market Share, Marketing Strategies, Business Development, Business Analysis, Business Management, Business, Small Business Accounting, Organizational Structure, Recruitment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Frontend Development and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, React Redux, Full-Stack Web Development, React.js, Authentications, Node.JS, Front-End Web Development, Authorization (Computing), User Accounts, User Interface (UI), GitHub, Command-Line Interface

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    10 reviews

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    Kennesaw State University

    Managing Customer Expectations with Jagdish Sheth

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Expectation Management, Brand Loyalty, Customer Relationship Management, Human Resource Strategy, Diversity Marketing, Customer Analysis, Target Market, Customer Insights, Market Share, Consumer Behaviour

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentos de la Planificación Financiera con Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Cash Management, Cash Flows, Financial Forecasting, Business Planning, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategies, Financial Planning, Strategic Decision-Making

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Managing Professional Work Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Building, Teamwork, Staff Management, Collaboration, Team Motivation, Professional Development, Leadership, Accountability, Conflict Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Safety Culture

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • مهارات التفكير النقدي لتحقيق النجاح في الجامعة: The University of Sydney
  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Conditional Loops and If Statements: University of California San Diego
  • Effective Corporate Communication: Principles & Evolution: Starweaver
  • Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 2: A Soft Skills Course: University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
  • Support for Visual Processing with Microsoft Word: Coursera
  • Expanda Seus Negócios com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs
  • Digital Innovation: How to Build Digital Processes: University of California, Davis
  • Empresas familiares: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Advanced Frontend Development and Deployment: Packt
  • Managing Customer Expectations with Jagdish Sheth: Kennesaw State University

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