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    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Ética, cultura y perspectivas globales

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Decision Making, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Global Marketing, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Management, Intercultural Competence, Brand Management, Consumer Behaviour

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Resilient Teaching Through Times of Crisis and Change

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Educational Materials, Systems Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Adaptability, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Constructive Feedback, Innovation, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Applying Systems Engineering to the Design Process

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Management, Design Reviews, Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, User Requirements Documents, Business Requirements, Product Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Systems Integration, Systems Analysis, Leadership, Maintainability, Project Performance, Configuration Management, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing Processes, Analysis

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      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Moving Beyond Basics: Dairy Nutrition and Diet Formulation

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Clinical Nutrition, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Data Management, Mathematical Modeling

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Peking University

      20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century

      Skills you'll gain: Music History, World Music, Classical Music, Music, Music Theory, Music Performance, Musical Composition

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Y

      Yale University

      Planetary Health for Nurses

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Nursing, Infectious Diseases, Nursing Practices, Community Health, Health Equity, Epidemiology, Chronic Diseases, Health Systems, Preventative Care, Environment Health And Safety, Emergency Response

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Be Your Best Creative Self

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creativity, Personal Development, Professional Development, Branding, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Empowerment, Reliability, Productivity, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Departure and Personal Statement for Interviews

      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Interviewing Skills, Personal Attributes, Writing, Professional Networking, Professional Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Driven Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, R Programming, Statistical Inference, Variance Analysis, Sampling (Statistics)

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Houston

      Value-Based Care: Reimbursement Models

      Skills you'll gain: ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Billing and Coding, Revenue Cycle Management, Health Information Management, Payment Systems, Quality Assessment, Strategic Partnership, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medicare, Risk Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      MedCerts

      Medical Administrative Assistants and Office Procedures

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Office Procedures, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Registration, Medical History Documentation, Practice Management Software, Health Informatics, Record Keeping, Hospital Admissions, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Preparation, Records Management, File Management, Information Privacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Niños y Adolescentes en la cultura audiovisual y digital

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Electronic Media, Multimedia, Education Software and Technology, Education and Training, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Content Creation, Parent Communication, Digital Communications, Safety and Security

      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

    • Ética, cultura y perspectivas globales: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Resilient Teaching Through Times of Crisis and Change: University of Michigan
    • Applying Systems Engineering to the Design Process: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Moving Beyond Basics: Dairy Nutrition and Diet Formulation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • 20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century: Peking University
    • Planetary Health for Nurses: Yale University
    • Be Your Best Creative Self: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Create a Departure and Personal Statement for Interviews: Coursera Project Network
    • Data Driven Decision Making: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Value-Based Care: Reimbursement Models: University of Houston

    Frequently Asked Questions about Special Education

    Special Education is the practice of teaching students in a way that addresses their individual differences and special needs. It’s often applied to teaching those with intellectual, mental, emotional, behavioral, cognitive, physical, and learning disabilities. It also applies to teaching students with special talents or abilities.

    In an education climate where just 17 percent of general-education teachers feel “very well prepared” to teach children with issues like ADHD and dyslexia, the need for quality Special Education skills and knowledge is very important. Teachers who focus on Special Education play an important role in advancing the confidence and success of special-needs students.‎

    There are a wide variety of opportunities available for learners interested in Special Education, from teaching to jobs in healthcare and government. Some roles include Special Education Teachers, Special Education Teacher’s Assistant, Special Education Program Coordinator, Speech Pathologist, Audiologist, Early Intervention Special Educator, Lobbyist, and related specializations.‎

    Courses on Special Education offered through Coursera provide learners with fundamental information on how various common disabilities affect areas of learning, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD); hearing, visual, and intellectual disabilities; ADHD and other learning disabilities; and more.

    Lessons in these courses are administered via lectures, readings, quizzes, reflections, and discussions.‎

    An interest in people with physical, emotional, or mental disabilities is the main prerequisite to starting to learn special education. Many people who want to work in special education already have some experience in the field of education, whether they've worked as a teacher, teaching assistant, or daycare worker. You can also gain some experience by volunteering to work with children, particularly children who have special needs. Special education teachers and specialists typically work with children of all ages, ranging from preschool through high school.‎

    People who work in special education need to be patient and even-tempered. Because you'll be working with children or adults with special needs, they may be slower or quicker than average to accomplish tasks. Creativity is also important. Children with special needs may not do well with traditional teaching methods, so you'll need to find unique ways to deliver information. You'll also need to be compassionate and accepting since you'll be working with people who have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities. Like any type of teacher or person who works with children, you'll need to be organized, intuitive, and able to adapt to any situation. It's also important to have a calming presence. Many children, including those with special needs, are overwhelmed by the classroom environment and being away from home. Those who work in a school environment need to be willing to collaborate with a team as well. You'll be working with other teachers, teaching assistants, administrators, and parents to make sure all children receive the best possible education.‎

    Anyone who wants to work with people with special needs and is interested in working in a school setting may be suited to learn about special education. Even if you have a child in your own family with special needs, learning about special education may help you better understand them and even help them advance despite any disabilities. If you've ever thought about becoming an advocate for people with special needs, learning special education and applying it to your career or volunteer work can help you go further. If you're already a teacher or teaching assistant, and you're looking for a way to specialize or advance your career, learning special education can help add new skills to your resume and potentially find more advanced jobs in your field.‎

    Online Special Education courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Special Education skills. Choose from a wide range of Special Education courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Special Education, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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