special education

noun

: classes or instruction designed for students with special educational needs

Examples of special education in a Sentence

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Their mom is a special education teacher, according to a GoFundMe and media outlets. Paloma Chavez, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2025 Bridgeport isn’t alone in its teachers’ shortage, particularly in special education. Jessika Harkay, Hartford Courant, 23 Jan. 2025 However, challenges may emerge in areas already impacted, such as transportation, food services and special education, which may not see as many rehires. Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2025 Striking a balance between inclusion and special education When Kellen first got to Frontier Elementary two years ago, his reading skills were stagnant. Jonaki Mehta, NPR, 9 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for special education 

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of special education was in 1921

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“Special education.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/special%20education. Accessed 5 Feb. 2025.

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special education

noun
: classes or instruction designed for students with special educational needs

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