8 Online Short courses offered by universities in Canada

Dalhousie University's Adult Education programme helps you build confidence. You’ll sharpen your teaching skills and expand your career opportunities.

Working the groups can be both exhilarating and extremely challenging. Frequently, despite the best-laid plans of adult educators, the unexpected happens during the session. Sessions can rise and fall based on the ability of the facilitator’s understanding of group dynamics.  We will present a basic introduction to theories, strategies, skills and tools that can be helpful in dealing with them.

Dalhousie University's Theories of Adult Learning programme is designed to introduce you to the foundational theories and principles of adult learning. You will explore the ways in which theory connects to practice, how to utilize the principles of Universal Design for Learning, and how to foster engagement in adult learning experiences. 

Dalhousie University's Online Design and Delivery (ODD) programme is an 8-hour online course designed to help educators move teaching content online or develop new online courses.

Work more effectively with older adults to support their learning. Enhance your understanding of how aging affects learning, and how to design and provide learning experiences for older adults with the first Facilitating Older Adult Learning micro-certificate of its kind in Canada at the University of Manitoba. 

This Using Technology for Teaching and Learning with Older Adults course from University of Manitoba explores how technology can be used to support the effective teaching of older adults and how to select and implement appropriate learning technologies.

The Role of the Student and Student Needs at the University of Manitoba will serve as a primer in viewing students and student success from a wider perspective, which includes student development and understanding the needs of a diverse group of students.

Become a better educator with this online Program Development for Adult Learners program at the University of Manitoba. Learn to develop and deliver effective training.