Special education is a field of education that focuses on meeting the unique needs of students with disabilities or special needs. This includes providing individualized instruction, accommodations, and support to help these students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Special education teachers work with students who have a range of disabilities, such as learning disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, and emotional or behavioral disorders. The goal of special education is to ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities or challenges, have access to a quality education and the support they need to reach their full potential.