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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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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Climate change education

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Programs, Water Resources, Environment, Hydrology, Climate Change Adaptation, Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Water Sustainability, Land Management, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Systems, Health Disparities, Sustainable Development, Education and Training, Environment Health And Safety, Biology, Teaching

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación educativa

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Program Evaluation, Qualitative Research, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Formal Learning, Education and Training, Teaching, Health Assessment, Pedagogy, Psychological Evaluations, Educational Materials, Test Tools, Survey Creation, Data Collection, Instructional Design, Data Analysis Software, Student-Centred Learning, Analysis, Education Software and Technology, Systems Thinking

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    889 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Smart Teaching and Learning with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Pedagogy, Large Language Modeling, Teaching, Digital pedagogy, LLM Application, Instructional Design, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Student Engagement, Learning Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Interactive Learning, Lesson Planning, Educational Materials, AI Personalization, Innovation, Student-Centred Learning, Curriculum Planning, Differentiated Instruction, Artificial Intelligence

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    898 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    AI for Education (Advanced)

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, AI literacy, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, Digital pedagogy, Generative AI

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford Online

    Understanding Einstein: The Special Theory of Relativity

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, European History, Verification And Validation, Scientific Methods, electromagnetics, Research, Experimentation, Mechanics, Global Positioning Systems

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 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

    3.9
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    7 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 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, Education and Training, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Digital pedagogy, Special Education, Human Learning, Teaching, Pedagogy, Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Social Justice, Socioeconomics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 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

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    7 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Educación Social: Ámbitos de acción y reflexión

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Social Work, Community Outreach, Social Sciences, Education and Training, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Social Impact, Childhood Education and Development, Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Sustainable Development, Adult Learning Principles, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, digital literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    96 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Teaching English Learners

    Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Diversity Awareness, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, digital literacy, Instructional Strategies, Learning Strategies, Culture, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Collaborative Software, Cultural Diversity, Teaching, Instructing, Curriculum Planning, English Language, Mathematics Education, Lesson Planning, Language Competency

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : interventions

    Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Student Support and Services, Family Support, Special Education, School Psychology, Parent Communication, Family Law, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Working With Children, Speech Language Pathology, Positive Behavior Support, Speech Therapy, Communication Disorders, Child Development, Applied Behavior Analysis, Research, Group Therapy, Non-Verbal Communication, Behavior Management, Program Evaluation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    203 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Awareness

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Interactive Learning, Labor Compliance, Workplace inclusivity, Labor Law, Diversity and Inclusion, Compliance Training, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Verbal Communication Skills

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Climate change education:Ā Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Evaluación educativa:Ā Universidad Nacional Autónoma de MĆ©xico
  • Smart Teaching and Learning with AI:Ā Politecnico di Milano
  • AI for Education (Advanced):Ā Kennesaw State University
  • Understanding Einstein: The Special Theory of Relativity:Ā Stanford Online
  • Leader of Learning Experiences:Ā Intel
  • Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning:Ā University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Global Perspectives of DEI in the Workplace:Ā University of Colorado Boulder
  • Educación Social: Ɓmbitos de acción y reflexión:Ā Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Introduction to Teaching English Learners:Ā Rice University

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