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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


  • T

    The State University of New York

    Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Intercultural Competence, Trustworthiness, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Education and Training, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Higher Education, digital literacy, Communication, Time Management

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    882 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Learn to Teach Java

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Teaching, Programming Principles, Program Development, Pedagogy, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Cultural Responsiveness, Digital pedagogy, Test Case, Computational Logic, Pseudocode, Algorithms, Data Structures

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    57 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Study Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Styles, Learning Strategies, Time Management, Personal Integrity, Organizational Skills, Active Listening, Literacy, Communication, Higher Education, Interpersonal Communications, Student Engagement, Blended Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    143 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Social Pedagogy across Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Work, Pedagogy, Community and Social Work, Child Development, Community Development, Childhood Education and Development, Creativity, Education and Training, Cultural Diversity, Working With Children, Family Support, Rapport Building, Case Studies, Discussion Facilitation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    89 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Docs

    Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Collaborative Software, Document Management, Data Sharing, File Management, Version Control, Editing, Cloud Storage

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    409 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introducción a las Simulaciones PhET para la Educación STEM

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Growth Mindedness, Digital pedagogy, Simulations, Interactive Design, User Feedback

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    646 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Investment Strategies and Portfolio Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Performance Measurement, Performance Analysis, Return On Investment, Investments, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Risk Analysis, Benchmarking, Statistical Analysis

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    280 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The State University of New York

    Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Growth Mindedness, digital literacy, Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Professional Development, Computer Literacy, Safety and Security, Creativity, Technology Strategies, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Collaboration, Communication

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    444 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Life, Health and Radiation

    Skills you'll gain: Radiation Protection, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Radiography, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Patient Communication, Mammography, Patient Education And Counseling, Radiation Therapy, Safety Standards, Oncology, Physics, Biology

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    366 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Challenges in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Global Marketing, Virtual Teams, Business Ethics, Diversity Marketing, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Workplace inclusivity, Intercultural Competence, Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Issue, Market Analysis, Solution Design, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Brand Strategy

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    547 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    La solución del conflicto ético

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Clinical Research Ethics, Informed Consent, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Advocacy, Conflict Management, Medical Practices and Procedures, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Research, Medical Privacy, Patient-centered Care, Self-Awareness, Lifelong Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    476 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era: The State University of New York
  • Designing Learning Innovation: Politecnico di Milano
  • Learn to Teach Java: University of California San Diego
  • Study Skills for University Success: University of California, Irvine
  • Social Pedagogy across Europe : Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Google Docs: Google Cloud
  • Introducción a las Simulaciones PhET para la Educación STEM: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Investment Strategies and Portfolio Analysis: Rice University
  • Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success: The State University of New York
  • Life, Health and Radiation: The University of Sydney

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