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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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    Imperial College London

    Global Disease Masterclass: Non-communicable Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Cardiology, Public Health, Chronic Diseases, Health Policy, Health Education, Medical Science and Research, Oncology, Neurology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Escritura académica. Estilos de citación y referenciación.

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Learning Styles, Writing, Writing and Editing, Style Guides

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Empresas Familiares

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Ideation, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurship, New Product Development, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Business Modeling, Leadership and Management, Governance, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Succession Planning, Innovation, Business Management, New Business Development, Business Administration, Business Development, Business Strategies

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    University of Michigan

    Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Cooperation, Decision Making, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Teamwork, Peer Review, Team Management, Independent Thinking, Personal Development, Empathy, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Rapport Building, Critical Thinking, Mentorship, Communication Strategies, People Management, Leadership Development, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Medical Management, Preventative Care, Care Management, Practice Management, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Case Management, Utilization Management, Interoperability, Primary Care, Health Informatics, Patient-centered Care, Chronic Diseases, Public Health, Electronic Medical Record, Data Management, Health Education

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Food and Wine Pairing

    Skills you'll gain: Bartending, Cooking, Hospitality, Planning, Meal Planning And Preparation, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Strategic Planning

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

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expanding SEL

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Empowerment, Emotional Intelligence, Social Justice, Social Skills, Behavior Management, Empathy, School Psychology, Working With Children, Cultural Diversity, Mindfulness

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    Duke University

    Healthcare Leadership for Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Design Thinking, Professional Development, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Advocacy, Community Organizing, Leadership, Sustainable Systems, Leadership Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Personal Development, Health Education, Climate Change Mitigation, Environment, Sustainable Development, Physical Science, Environmental Science

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Supporting Families and Caregivers

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Parent Communication, Family Support, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Pain Management, Pediatrics, Patient Advocacy, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient-centered Care, Medical Social Work, Working With Children, Family Therapy, Psychosocial Assessments, Child Health, Patient Communication, Child Development, Social Work, Clinical Assessment, Stress Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Hacer negocios con multinacionales y empresas en América Latina

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, International Finance, Global Marketing, Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Strategic Partnership, New Business Development, Economic Development, Business Strategy, Sustainable Business, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Strategy, Business Economics, Competitive Analysis, Growth Strategies, Economics, Market Share, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Growing Great Writers with Writable

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Education Software and Technology, Literacy, Train The Trainer

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Beyond Silicon Valley: Growing Entrepreneurship in Transitioning Economies

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Entrepreneurship, Global Marketing, Entrepreneurial Finance, Innovation, New Business Development, Community Development, Economic Development, Commercialization, Mentorship, Governance, Case Studies, Public Policies, Program Evaluation

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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

  • Global Disease Masterclass: Non-communicable Diseases: Imperial College London
  • Escritura académica. Estilos de citación y referenciación.: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Empresas Familiares: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Feedback Loops: How to Give & Receive High-Quality Feedback: University of Michigan
  • Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes: University of Houston
  • Food and Wine Pairing: The State University of New York
  • Expanding SEL: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Healthcare Leadership for Climate Change: Duke University
  • Supporting Families and Caregivers: Stanford University
  • Hacer negocios con multinacionales y empresas en América Latina: Universidad de los Andes

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