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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


  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Understanding Food Labels and Portion Sizes

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Food and Beverage, Patient Education And Counseling

    4.8 stars, 45 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (45) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Diseño de Actividades con PhET para la Educación STEM

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Mathematics Education, Design Reviews, Simulation and Simulation Software, Digital pedagogy, Interactive Design, User Feedback, Conceptual Design, Research and Design, Chemistry, Physics, Biology

    4.9 stars, 153 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (153) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Neuroscience of Personal Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Persistence, Personal Development, Resilience, Habit Formation, Overcoming Obstacles, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Stress Management, Leadership, Neurology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Psychology, Anatomy, Business, Physiology

    4.7 stars, 83 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (83) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • D

    Duke University

    Understanding 9/11: Why 9/11 Happened & How Terrorism Affects Our World Today

    Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Studies, Culture, Diplomacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Policy Development, World History

    4.7 stars, 136 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (136) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Language Arts Confidence with Storybird

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Digital Publishing, Visual Storytelling, Content Creation, Writing, Literacy, Creativity

    4.6 stars, 77 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (77) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Departure and Personal Statement for Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Interviewing Skills, Writing, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Business Writing, Communication

    4.5 stars, 133 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (133) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Multilevel Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Data Preprocessing, Mathematical Modeling, Model Evaluation

    3.8 stars, 22 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (22) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Motivación de equipos: gestión del talento humano

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Team Building, Team Management, Recognizing Others, Drive Engagement, Teamwork, People Development, Team Leadership, Team Collaboration, Cooperation, Talent Management, Collaboration, Motivational Skills, Creativity, Human Learning, Communication Strategies, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Training Programs

    4.5 stars, 153 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (153) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Preparing for Graduate Study in the U.S.: A course for international students

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Verbal Communication Skills, Student Support and Services, Advocacy, Professional Development, English Language, Research, Professionalism, Higher Education, Communication, Adaptability, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Writing

    4.3 stars, 59 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management and the Art of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, User Story, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Management, Persuasive Communication, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Team Performance Management, Communication Planning, Influencing, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Strategic Communication, Data Management, Negotiation, Rapport Building, Data Presentation, Product Requirements

    4.7 stars, 150 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (150) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Entrepreneurship Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Business Planning, Sales Strategy, Sales Pipelines, Customer Insights, Entrepreneurship, Proposal Development, Market Analysis, Innovation, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Market Research, Product Development, User Research, New Business Development, Process Validation, Business Strategies, Value Propositions, Business Modeling, Finance

    4.7 stars, 282 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (282) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Customer Centricity with Professor Jagdish Sheth

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Trustworthiness, Loyalty Programs, Social Impact, Expectation Management, Brand Loyalty, Customer Advocacy, Corporate Sustainability, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, Sustainable Development, Customer Success Management, Customer Analysis, Sustainable Business, Customer Relationship Building, Business Strategy, Business, Marketing

    4.7 stars, 119 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (119) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular adult education courses

  • Understanding Food Labels and Portion Sizes: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Diseño de Actividades con PhET para la Educación STEM: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Neuroscience of Personal Excellence: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Understanding 9/11: Why 9/11 Happened & How Terrorism Affects Our World Today: Duke University
  • Language Arts Confidence with Storybird: Coursera
  • Create a Departure and Personal Statement for Interviews: Coursera
  • Multilevel Modeling: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Motivación de equipos: gestión del talento humano: Universidad de Palermo
  • Preparing for Graduate Study in the U.S.: A course for international students: University of Michigan
  • Program Management and the Art of Communication: University of Maryland, College Park

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