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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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    Emory University

    Biohacking Your Brain's Health

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Concentration, Nutrition and Diet, Anatomy, Mental Health, Lifelong Learning, Stress Management, Preventative Care, Neurology, Exercise Science, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Cognitive flexibility, Biology, Physiology

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Data Science, Analysis, Big Data, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

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    The State University of New York

    Launch Your Online Business

    Skills you'll gain: Branding, Marketing and Public Relations, Entrepreneurship, Content Creation, Video Production, Marketing, Copywriting, Business Modeling, Presentations, Customer Engagement, Value Propositions, E-Commerce, Web Design and Development, Photography, Persona Development, Competitive Analysis

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    University of Houston

    American Deaf Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Social Justice, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Communication Disorders, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Special Education, Education and Training, Non-Verbal Communication, Civil Law

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    393 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    What is the Metaverse?

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Virtual Environment, Digital Assets, Healthcare Ethics, Virtual Teams, E-Commerce, Collaborative Software, Blockchain, Diversity and Inclusion, Emerging Technologies, Research and Design, Education and Training, New Product Development, Content Creation, Communication, Economics, Safety and Security

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Diseño Instruccional: Aprendizaje activo y Pedagogía digital

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Instructional Design, Problem Solving, digital literacy, Educational Materials, Emerging Technologies, Learning Management Systems, Innovation, Quality Assurance, Planning, Resourcefulness, Learning Strategies, Systems Analysis, Solution Design, Design Strategies, Creative Thinking, User Centered Design, Technical Documentation, Virtual Environment

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Build Your Professional ePortfolio in English

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Instagram, Writing, Concision, Social Media, Grammar, Business Writing, English Language, Branding, Vocabulary

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Applying to U.S. Universities

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Research, Higher Education, Planning, Student Services, Cultural Diversity

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    A Journey through Western Christianity: from Persecuted Faith to Global Religion (200 - 1650)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, European History, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Higher Education

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    University of California, Irvine

    Essentials of Entrepreneurship: Thinking & Action

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Feasibility Studies, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Innovation, New Business Development, Business Strategies, Ideation, Business Process, Financial Analysis, Business Operations, Marketing

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    University of California, Davis

    Adaptability and Resiliency

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Resilience, Professional Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Plan Execution, Crisis Management, Productivity, Planning, Goal Setting

    4.7
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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Hacia una práctica constructivista en el aula

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Development, Teaching, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Student-Centred Learning, Learning Theory, Peer Review, Student Engagement, Social Sciences, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Biohacking Your Brain's Health: Emory University
  • Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Launch Your Online Business: The State University of New York
  • American Deaf Culture: University of Houston
  • What is the Metaverse?: Meta
  • Diseño Instruccional: Aprendizaje activo y Pedagogía digital: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Build Your Professional ePortfolio in English: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Applying to U.S. Universities: University of Pennsylvania
  • A Journey through Western Christianity: from Persecuted Faith to Global Religion (200 - 1650) : Yale University
  • Essentials of Entrepreneurship: Thinking & Action: University of California, Irvine

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