Grants Available: Tech Training for Special Ed Faculty
Published Date: 6/25/2025
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Summary
The Department of Education is offering new grants in 2025 to help teachers learn how to use technology better for students with disabilities. This program aims to boost special education training and leadership by improving how faculty use educational tech. Schools and educators can apply soon to get funding and support to make learning more accessible and fun for all students.
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FY2025 Grants for Special Ed Faculty
The Department of Education is inviting applications for fiscal year (FY) 2025 grants to improve faculty capacity to use educational technology in special education personnel and leadership preparation programs. Schools and educators can apply for funding to get training and support to help faculty use technology better for students with disabilities.
Better Tech Support for Students with Disabilities
The program aims to help teachers use technology better for students with disabilities, and to boost special education training and leadership. If you are a student with a disability or a parent of such a student, this work is intended to make learning more accessible and engaging.
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