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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Description Design for Interactive Learning Resources

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Peer Review, Design Reviews, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Usability, Software Design Patterns, Technical Design, Experience Design, Usability Testing, Technical Documentation, Design Strategies, Technical Writing, Simulations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Negociação e Relações Interculturais

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Intercultural Competence, Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Business Ethics, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Strategic Partnership

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Personal Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Assertiveness, Smart Goals, Time Management, Productivity, Leadership, Professional Development, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Empowerment, Relationship Management, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Growth Mindedness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Compreender as dimensões interculturais na vida cotidiana

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Language Learning, Language Competency, Multilingualism, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Social Justice, Non-Verbal Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kotter

    Kotter's Change Framework: Accelerators 5-8

    Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Culture Transformation, Business Transformation, Overcoming Obstacles, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Structure, Goal Setting, Adaptability, Leadership, Leadership Development, Lifelong Learning, Employee Engagement

    4.5
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Identifying Transferable Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Intercultural Competence, Professional Development, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Adaptability, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Growing Team Members

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, People Development, Leadership Development, Mentorship, Employee Coaching, Professional Development, Team Management, Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Storytelling, Mindfulness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Getting Started with IT-based Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Product Development, New Business Development, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Business Strategies, Information Technology, Legal Risk, Scalability, Value Propositions, Innovation, Team Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Teaching for Justice and Inclusivity In Challenging Times

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Teaching, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Pedagogy, Cultural Responsiveness, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy, Social Justice, Parent Communication, Student Engagement, Family Support, Community Outreach, Curriculum Planning, Rapport Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Smart Working: Lavoro agile e Business English

    Skills you'll gain: Business Correspondence, Stress Management, Telecommuting, Business Communication, Professional Development, Lifelong Learning, English Language, Teamwork, Team Building, Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Communication, Productivity, Meeting Facilitation, Management Training And Development, Adaptability, Digital Transformation, Presentations, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    AI CERTs

    AI Tools, Data, and Experience Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, UI/UX Research, Prototyping, Design Research, User Experience, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona (User Experience), Artificial Intelligence, Experience Design, User Centered Design, Prompt Patterns, User Interface (UI), Design, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, Presentations, Responsible AI, Professional Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Recognizing Team Members

    Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Open Mindset, Storytelling, Mindfulness

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Description Design for Interactive Learning Resources: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Negociação e Relações Interculturais: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Personal Skills: Packt
  • Compreender as dimensões interculturais na vida cotidiana: Universidad de los Andes
  • Kotter's Change Framework: Accelerators 5-8: Kotter
  • Identifying Transferable Skills: University of Minnesota
  • Growing Team Members: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Getting Started with IT-based Entrepreneurship: University of Minnesota
  • Teaching for Justice and Inclusivity In Challenging Times: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Smart Working: Lavoro agile e Business English: Università di Napoli Federico II

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