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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 University of Edinburgh

    How to Create Video for Online Courses

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Videography, Post-Production, Video Editing, Course Development, Storyboarding, Media Production, Cinematography, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Content Creation, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Editing, Writing

    4.7 stars, 239 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (239) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    The New Nordic Diet - from Gastronomy to Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Cooking, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Health Education, Food and Beverage, Preventative Care, Health Promotion, Meal Planning And Preparation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Clinical Nutrition, Public Health, Adaptability, Community Health, Mental Concentration, Environment, Child Health, Clinical Trials

    4.6 stars, 779 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (779) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Performance Assessment in the Virtual Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Data Management, Learning Management Systems, Virtual Environment, Digital pedagogy, Test Tools, Authentications, Technology Strategies, Test Planning

    4.7 stars, 513 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (513) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • H

    HEC Paris

    Entrepreneurship Strategy: From Ideation to Exit

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Entrepreneurial Finance, Creativity, Sales Strategy, Commercialization, B2B Sales, Sales, Business Planning, Product Planning, Business Strategy, Business Development, New Business Development, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Global Marketing, Human Resources Management and Planning

    4.7 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Eating, Sleep, Trauma, and Somatic Symptom Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Advocacy, Patient Communication, Trauma Care, Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Nutrition and Diet, Psychiatric Assessments, Community Health, Mental Health Therapies, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Psychotherapy, Health Education, Psychological Evaluations, Clinical Research, Physiology

    4.8 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (36) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Western Australia

    Blood Film Morphology - A Practical Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Hematology, Pathology, Laboratory Testing, Medical Laboratory, Clinical Laboratory Science, Specimen Preparation, Analytical Testing, Diagnostic Tests, Image Analysis, Maternal Health, Infectious Diseases, Pediatrics

    4.8 stars, 118 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (118) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Exploring Generative AI for Learning Design

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, AI powered creativity, Education Software and Technology, AI literacy, Instructional Design, AI Integrations, Design Strategies, Content Creation, Emerging Technologies, Professional Development

    4.5 stars, 55 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (55) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Multimodal Literacies: Communication and Learning in the Era of Digital Media

    Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Oral Comprehension, Education and Training, Digital pedagogy, Literacy, Oral Expression, Pedagogy, digital literacy, Learning Styles, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Higher Education, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Writing, Diversity Awareness

    4.7 stars, 183 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (183) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Language Competency, English Language, Curriculum Planning, Pedagogy, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Language Learning, Student Engagement, Multilingualism, Learning Theory, Grammar, Vocabulary

    4.7 stars, 203 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (203) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Conflict Management, Presentations, Teamwork, Technical Communication, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Target Audience, Oral Expression, Leadership Studies, Team Collaboration, Strategic Thinking

    4.8 stars, 86 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (86) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dassault Systèmes

    SOLIDWORKS Foundations: Sketching and Extrusion

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Engineering

    4.7 stars, 149 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (149) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Water Sustainability, Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Nutrition Education, Public Health, Environmental Issue, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Environment and Resource Management, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.8 stars, 194 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (194) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • How to Create Video for Online Courses: The University of Edinburgh
  • The New Nordic Diet - from Gastronomy to Health: University of Copenhagen
  • Performance Assessment in the Virtual Classroom: University of California, Irvine
  • Entrepreneurship Strategy: From Ideation to Exit: HEC Paris
  • Eating, Sleep, Trauma, and Somatic Symptom Disorders: American Psychological Association
  • Blood Film Morphology - A Practical Guide: University of Western Australia
  • Exploring Generative AI for Learning Design: University of Michigan
  • Multimodal Literacies: Communication and Learning in the Era of Digital Media: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind: Arizona State University
  • Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations: Johns Hopkins University

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