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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.


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Popular Special Education Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado System

    Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, World History, Intercultural Competence, European History, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Research, Research Methodologies, Governance

    4.6
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    138 reviews

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    University of Michigan

    Teaching and Assessing Clinical Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Clinical Supervision, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Practices, Adult Education, Patient-centered Care, Trustworthiness, Empowerment

    4.7
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    809 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Education Software and Technology, Music Theory, World Music, Teaching, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Active Listening, Creativity, Collaboration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    104 reviews

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: enfoque cuantitativo

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Program Evaluation, Education Software and Technology, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Teaching, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Qualitative Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    143 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Escritura académica. Estilos de citación y referenciación.

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Learning Styles, Writing, Writing and Editing, Style Guides

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    196 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Science of Diet and Exercise

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Sports Medicine, Nutrition Education, Physiology, Kinesiology, Endocrinology, Health And Wellness Coaching, Vital Signs, Stress Management, Biochemistry, Systems Of Measurement, Biology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    277 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Health Care IT: Challenges and Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Care Administration, Health Information Management, Telehealth, Medical Devices, Electronic Medical Record, Computerized Physician Order Entry, Clinical Documentation, Interoperability, Patient-centered Care, Emerging Technologies, Innovation

    4.6
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    495 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Electric Utilities Fundamentals and Future

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Safety, Customer experience strategy (CX), Financial Regulation, Customer Engagement, Regulatory Affairs, Sustainable Systems, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Environmental Issue, Analysis

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Global Health Innovations

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Development, Intellectual Property, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Health Systems, Presentations, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Commercialization, Ideation, Organizational Structure, Persuasive Communication, Healthcare Project Management, Strategic Communication, Organizational Change, Health Technology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Entrepreneurship, Public Health

    4.7
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    295 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    New York University

    Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Peer Review, Music Performance, World History, Intercultural Competence, Culture, Music, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Anthropology, Storytelling, Media and Communications, Electronic Media

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    COVID Vaccine Ambassador Training: How to Talk to Parents

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Immunology, Patient Education And Counseling, Parent Communication, Pediatrics, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Research, Persuasive Communication, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Health, Clinical Trials, Public Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Presentations, Data Science, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Recruitment, Writing, Business Research, Portfolio Management, Data Analysis, Job Analysis, Problem Solving, Communication, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    370 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims: University of Colorado System
  • Teaching and Assessing Clinical Skills: University of Michigan
  • Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom: Berklee
  • Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: enfoque cuantitativo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Escritura académica. Estilos de citación y referenciación.: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Science of Diet and Exercise: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Health Care IT: Challenges and Opportunities: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Electric Utilities Fundamentals and Future: University of Colorado System
  • Global Health Innovations: Imperial College London
  • Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies : New York University

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