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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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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Action-Driven Business Plan: From the ‘Classroom’ to the World

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Market Research, New Business Development, Plan Execution, Market Analysis, Financial Modeling, Proposal Writing, Business Development, Video Production, Strategic Thinking, Project Planning, Product Development, Professional Networking, Presentations, Operating Budget, Cash Flow Forecasting, Ideation, Risk Analysis, Timelines

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    Coursera

    Improving Math Engagement with Prodigy

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education

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    Duke University

    Healthcare Leadership for Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Design Thinking, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Initiative and Leadership, Advocacy, Community Organizing, Leadership, Sustainable Systems, Leadership Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Personal Development, Health Education, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Communication as a Technical Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Studies, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Empathy, Trustworthiness, Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, Engineering Management, Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Non-Verbal Communication, Supervision, Personal Integrity, Coaching

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Equitable Stage Makeup and Hair

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Color Matching, Performing Arts, Storytelling, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Aesthetics, Cultural Sensitivity, Creativity, Adaptability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    UBITS

    Técnicas para un aprendizaje efectivo

    Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Learning Strategies, Quick Learning, Learning Theory, Lifelong Learning, Productivity, Scientific Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    170 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    High Tech High Graduate School of Education

    Learning Mindsets & Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Growth Mindedness, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Student Engagement, Experimentation, Learning Strategies, Discussion Facilitation, Media and Communications

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Las estrategias y habilidades para las negociaciones

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Strategic Partnership, Cultural Diversity, Overcoming Objections, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Planning, Goal Setting, Influencing, Strategic Thinking, Analysis

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    291 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Building and Managing Superior Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Peer Review, Training Programs, Professional Development, Goal Setting, AI literacy, Personal Development, Job Analysis, Quality Assessment, Self-Awareness, Coaching, Recruitment Strategies, Program Standards, Branding, Constructive Feedback, Benchmarking, Portfolio Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    Gestión innovadora: transformando instituciones educativas

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Planning, Student-Centred Learning, Education Software and Technology, Innovation, Curriculum Development, Pedagogy, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Digital pedagogy, Organizational Development, Management Training And Development, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Change, Leadership, Learning Styles, Team Building, Team Collaboration

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Personal Leadership Development Planning and Leading High Performing Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Team Motivation, Motivational Skills, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Goal Setting, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership, People Development, Personal Development, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Gap Analysis, Prioritization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Niños y Adolescentes en la cultura audiovisual y digital

    Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Electronic Media, Multimedia, Digital pedagogy, digital literacy, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Content Creation, Mediation, Child Development, Teaching, Digital Communications, Cyber Risk

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    115 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Action-Driven Business Plan: From the ‘Classroom’ to the World: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Improving Math Engagement with Prodigy: Coursera
  • Healthcare Leadership for Climate Change: Duke University
  • Communication as a Technical Leader: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Equitable Stage Makeup and Hair: University of Michigan
  • Técnicas para un aprendizaje efectivo: UBITS
  • Learning Mindsets & Skills: High Tech High Graduate School of Education
  • Las estrategias y habilidades para las negociaciones: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Building and Managing Superior Skills: The State University of New York
  • Gestión innovadora: transformando instituciones educativas: Universidad Austral

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