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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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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    الإدارة الفعالة للوقت | Effective Time Management

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Planning, Productivity, Organizational Skills, Prioritization, Scheduling, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Professional Development, Strong Work Ethic, Decision Making

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    405 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Developing Relationships

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Parent Communication, Cultural Diversity, Relationship Building, Working With Children, Classroom Management, Teaching, Community Outreach, Student Engagement, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Vanderbilt University

    The Future of Education with AI: Exploring Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Generative AI

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tsinghua University

    MOOC and Blended Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Innovation, Virtual Environment

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations for Active Learning in STEM Courses

    Skills you'll gain: Cooperation, Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Learning Theory, Teaching, Student-Centred Learning, Collaboration, Teamwork, Blended Learning, Drive Engagement, Classroom Management, Mathematics Education, Learning Management Systems, Creative Problem-Solving, Professional Development, Problem Solving, Technology Solutions

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leading Oneself with Self-Knowledge

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Development, Productivity, Time Management, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Empathy, Curiosity, Adaptability, Psychology

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Being a Professional

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Professional Development, Lifelong Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Professionalism, Personal Development, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Willingness To Learn, Instructing, Working With Children, Collaboration, Leadership

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    216 reviews

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Excellence in Online Teaching

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Adult Education, Higher Education, Instructional Design, Motivational Skills, Diversity Awareness, Relationship Building, Technology Strategies, Professional Development, Collaboration, Cultural Responsiveness, Constructive Feedback

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Lund University

    Transforming higher education with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Higher Education, Responsible AI, Education Software and Technology, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cape Town

    Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Family Support, Disabilities, Working With Children, Caregiving, Training Programs, Human Learning, Patient Education and Support, Special Education, Child Development, Advocacy, Curriculum Planning, Care Coordination, Instructional Strategies

    4.8
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    192 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Computational Thinking, Design Thinking, Ideation, Artificial Intelligence, Education Software and Technology, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Machine Learning, Data Quality, Analysis, Data Processing, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    University Studies for Student Veterans

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Time Management, Learning Strategies, Student Support and Services, Writing, Growth Mindedness, Higher Education, Organizational Skills, Critical Thinking, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • الإدارة الفعالة للوقت | Effective Time Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Developing Relationships: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • The Future of Education with AI: Exploring Perspectives: Vanderbilt University
  • MOOC and Blended Learning: Tsinghua University
  • Foundations for Active Learning in STEM Courses: Johns Hopkins University
  • Leading Oneself with Self-Knowledge: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Being a Professional: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Excellence in Online Teaching: Johns Hopkins University
  • Transforming higher education with Generative AI: Lund University
  • Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education: University of Cape Town

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