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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.


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    University of Michigan

    An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD)

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Course Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Multimedia, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Design, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Professional Development, Brainstorming, Needs Assessment, Content Creation, Motivational Skills, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, User Centered Design, Prototyping, Design Strategies, Creative Thinking

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    Niel Asher Education

    Upper Body Specialist: Advanced Assessments and Treatments

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Rehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, Mobility Assistance, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Clinical Assessment, Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Health Assessment, Human Musculoskeletal System, Pain Management, Respiration, Respiratory Therapy, Education and Training, Anatomy, Health And Wellness Coaching

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Interview Research and Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Adaptability, Communication, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Language Learning

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    University of Houston

    American Deaf Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Social Justice, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Communication Disorders, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Special Education, Education and Training, Non-Verbal Communication, Civil Law

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Research Data Management and Sharing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Data Management, Data Storage, File Management, Data Security, Information Management, Data Strategy, Metadata Management, Records Management, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Data Literacy, Information Privacy, Version Control

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Diseño y Creación de un Emprendimiento Social

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Design Thinking, Ideation, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Project Design, New Business Development, Sustainable Business, Case Studies, Value Propositions

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Making Math Click: Understand Math Without Fear

    Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Differentiated Instruction, Willingness To Learn, Persistence, Learning Theory, Problem Solving

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    The State University of New York

    Home-Based Child Care

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Child Development, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Business Planning, Accident Prevention, Teaching, Family Support, Emotional Intelligence, Emergency Response, Parent Communication, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Training, Business, Small Business Accounting, Tax Management, Policy Development, Creativity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Fundamentals of Gua Sha

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Pain Management, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Practices, Exercise Therapy, Patient Positioning, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Treatment Planning, Physiology, Contraindication, Mental Health Therapies, Anatomy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Designing Learning Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Instructional Design, Educational Materials, Innovation, Learning Theory, Learning Strategies, Creativity, Planning, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils

    Skills you'll gain: Contraindication, Pain Management, Nursing Practices, Clinical Practices, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Regulatory Compliance, Science and Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Structure and Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Writing, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Concision, Time Management, Storytelling, Content Creation, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Critical Thinking, Creativity

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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

  • An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD): University of Michigan
  • Upper Body Specialist: Advanced Assessments and Treatments: Niel Asher Education
  • Interview Research and Preparation: University of Maryland, College Park
  • American Deaf Culture: University of Houston
  • Research Data Management and Sharing: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Diseño y Creación de un Emprendimiento Social: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Making Math Click: Understand Math Without Fear: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Home-Based Child Care: The State University of New York
  • Fundamentals of Gua Sha: Niel Asher Education
  • Designing Learning Innovation: Politecnico di Milano

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