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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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    Starweaver

    Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Public Speaking, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Self-Awareness

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    85 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    Jugar y Aprender Matemática en aulas heterogéneas

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Childhood Education and Development, Teaching, Geometry, Arithmetic, Pedagogy, Learning Theory, Discussion Facilitation

    4.9
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    176 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Beyond Silicon Valley: Growing Entrepreneurship in Transitioning Economies

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Entrepreneurship, Global Marketing, Entrepreneurial Finance, Innovation, New Business Development, Community Development, Economic Development, Commercialization, Mentorship, Governance, Case Studies, Public Policies, Program Evaluation

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    128 reviews

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    University of Toronto

    Learn Interpersonal Psychotherapy

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Interpersonal Communications, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Rapport Building, Interactive Learning, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Case Studies, Mental Health, Clinical Practices

    4.8
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    106 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Houston

    Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Web 2.0 Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Collaboration, Learning Management Systems, Teaching, digital literacy, Communication, Technology Strategies, Web Applications, Communication Systems, Digital Communications

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    189 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ISC2

    Access Control Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Cyber Security Policies, Identity and Access Management, Data Access, Security Awareness, Authentications

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    168 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Data Science, Analysis, Big Data, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    533 reviews

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    Stanford University

    Health Across the Gender Spectrum

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Pediatrics, Working With Children, Cultural Diversity, Family Support, Mental Health, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Child Development, Parent Communication, Child Health, Medical Support, Public Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Astro 101: Black Holes

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Storytelling, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Simulations, Systems Of Measurement, Scientific Visualization

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create a Virtual Classroom using Google Slides

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Virtual Environment, Teaching, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Google Workspace

    4.8
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    236 reviews

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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Power of Team Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Team Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Team Motivation, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Organizational Development, Performance Analysis, Leadership

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    542 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Lemann

    Fundamentos do Google para o Ensino

    Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Learning Management Systems, Gmail, Collaboration, Document Management, Data Sharing, Cloud Storage, Spreadsheet Software

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    225 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Verbal Communications and Presentation Skills: Starweaver
  • Jugar y Aprender Matemática en aulas heterogéneas: Universidad Austral
  • Beyond Silicon Valley: Growing Entrepreneurship in Transitioning Economies: Case Western Reserve University
  • Learn Interpersonal Psychotherapy: University of Toronto
  • Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Web 2.0 Tools: University of Houston
  • Access Control Concepts: ISC2
  • Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Health Across the Gender Spectrum: Stanford University
  • Astro 101: Black Holes: University of Alberta
  • Create a Virtual Classroom using Google Slides: Coursera

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