Academy of World Education
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Learning Disabilities: Practical Information for the Special Education Teacher

This course guides current and aspiring special education teachers through the essential tasks required to successfully meet the needs of students with disabilities. Offered through accredited school partners, the course delivers practical, classroom-ready knowledge for teaching in special education environments and supporting inclusive classrooms. Learners explore legal foundations, evidence-based instructional practices, and strategies for managing the many roles and responsibilities of special education professionals

Program highlights

What's included

Information coming soon.

Curriculum

What you will study

Career outcomes

Where this program can lead

  • Recall the key principles of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
  • Identify foundational actions that support effective special education practice
  • List evidence-based instructional practices across multiple content areas
  • Recognize strategies for managing instructional, administrative, and non-teaching responsibilities
  • Identify professional resources that support career development in special education
Certifications

Industry credentials

  • Certificate of completion.
Support & enrollment

Getting started

Our admissions advisors will help you identify career paths, advanced training, and enrollment procedures. Customer & Technical Support is available throughout your course experience via Live Chat, Phone, Email, and Text. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8-5pm CT.

About the academy

Workforce training. Career education. Flexible online learning.

Academy of World Education is a Texas Workforce Commission approved school offering workforce training and teacher professional development. Programs are delivered fully online so learners can study around work, family, and other commitments.

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