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Special Education Courses

Special Education courses can help you learn individualized education plans (IEPs), behavior management strategies, inclusive classroom practices, and assessment techniques tailored for diverse learners. You can build skills in adapting curriculum, fostering communication with families, and implementing interventions that support students with varying needs. Many courses introduce tools like assistive technology, data tracking software, and collaborative platforms that enhance teaching effectiveness and promote student engagement.


Popular Special Education Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Irvine

    Essential English for Business Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Entrepreneurship, Business Communication, Sales, Interpersonal Communications, Sustainable Business, Project Management, Business Leadership, Communication Strategies, Productivity Software, Crisis Management, Marketing, Language Competency, Business, Vocabulary, Telecommuting

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    New Learning: Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Formal Learning, Digital pedagogy, Education and Training, Teaching, Human Learning, Adult Education, Higher Education, Instructional Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Lifelong Learning, Curriculum Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Applied Digital Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, digital literacy, Infographics, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Digital Publishing, Creative Design, Visual Design, Brainstorming, Planning, Information Management, Research, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, Investigation, Critical Thinking, Multimedia, Open Source Technology, Intellectual Property, Document Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Intel

    Leader of Learning Experiences

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Lesson Planning, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Education and Training, Instructional Strategies, Teamwork, Collaboration, Classroom Management, Virtual Environment, Curriculum Planning, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Collaboration, Stress Management, Technology Strategies, Technology Roadmaps, Social Impact, Patient Communication, digital literacy, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Chile

    Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Health Equity, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Disparities, Special Education, Social Work, Social Justice, Diversity Training, Education and Training, Health Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Diversity Awareness, Community and Social Work, Health Care, Community Health, Dignity in Care, Design Strategies, Empowerment, Data Collection

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

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Critical Thinking, Classroom Management, Stress Management, Teaching, Student Engagement, Differentiated Instruction, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Human Learning, Special Education, Behavioral Management, Learning Strategies, Disabilities, Learning Theory, Habit Formation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Fundamentos de la Neuroeducación

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Theory, Human Learning, Education and Training, Neurology, Pedagogy, Anatomy, Cognitive flexibility, Learning Strategies, Life Sciences, Mental Concentration, Psychology, Adaptability, Cell Biology, Biology, Physiology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Interactive Learning, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, General Networking, Blockchain, Digital pedagogy, Algorithms, Data Security, Teaching, digital literacy, Cryptography, Spatial Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Diversity Awareness, Digital Transformation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computational Thinking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Stanford University

    Understanding Einstein: The Special Theory of Relativity

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, European History, Verification And Validation, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, electromagnetics, Experimentation, Mechanics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Differentiated Instruction, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Blended Learning, Special Education, Pedagogy, Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Social Justice

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Global Perspectives of DEI in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Intercultural Competence, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Programs, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Employee Retention, Leadership Studies, Talent Recruitment, Human Resources, Self-Awareness, Workforce Development, Organizational Leadership, Human Resource Strategy

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Handicap visuel : comprendre et agir pour l'inclusion

    Skills you'll gain: Visual Impairment Education, Disabilities, Diversity Awareness, Developmental Disabilities, Empathy, Sensory Systems Analysis, Adaptive Equipment, Community and Social Work, Social Skills, Mobility Assistance, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Child Development, Emotional Intelligence, Childhood Education and Development, Literacy, Education Software and Technology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Essential English for Business Professionals: University of California, Irvine
  • New Learning: Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Applied Digital Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Leader of Learning Experiences: Intel
  • Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.: Universidad de Chile
  • Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Fundamentos de la Neuroeducación: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
  • Understanding Einstein: The Special Theory of Relativity: Stanford University
  • Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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