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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.


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    The State University of New York

    Strategic Career Self-Management

    Skills you'll gain: Job Analysis, Adaptability, Professional Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Brand Management, Smart Goals, Gap Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Self-Awareness, Dashboard, Goal Setting

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    304 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Legal Technology, Critical Thinking, Responsible AI, Time Management, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Experimentation, Advocacy, Legal Strategy, AI Workflows, Email Automation, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Creativity, Presentations, Generative AI, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    72 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    E

    ESSEC Business School

    Basics of entrepreneurship: thinking and doing

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Teamwork, Design Thinking, Ideation, Planning, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, New Business Development, Creative Thinking, Decision Making, Open Mindset, Lean Methodologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    130 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Soft skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Assertiveness, Conflict Management, Productivity, Communication, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Time Management, Goal Setting, Stress Management, Resilience, Empowerment, Interpersonal Communications, Prioritization, Active Listening, Mediation, Persuasive Communication, Professional Development, Business Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    220 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Career Support Community and Resources

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Coaching, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Talent Pipelining, Adaptability, Stakeholder Engagement, Workforce Development, Strategic Partnership, Project Implementation, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Relationship Building

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of New Mexico

    Administración Estratégica y Emprendedora

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Business Management, Business Metrics, Organizational Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Performance Measurement, Competitive Analysis, Resource Management, Market Dynamics, Market Trend, Leadership, Marketing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    C

    Copenhagen Business School

    Identifying Social Entrepreneurship Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Community Development, Sustainable Business, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurial Finance, Needs Assessment, Team Building, Team Management, Innovation, Empowerment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    336 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Teacher's Social and Emotional Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Teaching, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Growth Mindedness, Persistence, Relationship Building

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    703 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    職場素養 (Professionalism)

    Skills you'll gain: Professionalism, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Literacy, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Business Communication, Communication Strategies, Personal Attributes, Collaboration, Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communications, Executive Presence, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Non-Verbal Communication, Empathy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    431 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    From Idea to Startup

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Value Propositions, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Business Strategy, New Product Development, Risk Management, Product Development, Innovation, Communication, Business Risk Management, Persuasive Communication, Feasibility Studies, Verification And Validation, Interviewing Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    780 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    I

    IBM

    People and Soft Skills Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Presentations, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Social Skills, Agile Project Management, Solution Delivery

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    327 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    A Business Approach to Sustainable Landscape Restoration

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Business Modeling, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Science, Case Studies, Complex Problem Solving, Cost Benefit Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Partnership

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    98 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Strategic Career Self-Management: The State University of New York
  • AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates: University of Michigan
  • Basics of entrepreneurship: thinking and doing : ESSEC Business School
  • Soft skills: Packt
  • Career Support Community and Resources: Goodwill Industries International
  • Administración Estratégica y Emprendedora: University of New Mexico
  • Identifying Social Entrepreneurship Opportunities: Copenhagen Business School
  • The Teacher's Social and Emotional Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
  • 職場素養 (Professionalism) : National Taiwan University
  • From Idea to Startup: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

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