OSERS: OSEP: National Center to Improve Faculty Capacity to Use Educational Technology in Special Education Personnel and Leadership Preparation Programs; Assistance Listing Number 84.327F
ID: 359809Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359809

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-06-25/pdf/2025-11612.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education is inviting applications for a federal grant titled "National Center to Improve Faculty Capacity to Use Educational Technology in Special Education Personnel and Leadership Preparation Programs," under Assistance Listing Number 84.327F. This cooperative agreement aims to enhance the integration of educational technology in special education programs, focusing on improving faculty capacity and promoting the use of assistive technologies and evidence-based practices. The initiative is crucial for advancing educational outcomes for children with disabilities by ensuring timely access to accessible educational materials and supporting professional learning networks. The estimated total program funding is $700,000, with applications due by July 25, 2025. Interested applicants can contact Tina Diamond at the U.S. Department of Education via email at christina.diamond@ed.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    christina.diamond@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2024-30488.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Education has issued revised common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grant funding, following a prior update in December 2022. This centralized document replaces the previous instructions to streamline the application process and will be referenced in Notices Inviting Applications (NIAs). Key updates include clearer guidance for application content and formatting requirements, as well as new directives on the use of Artificial Intelligence in grant applications. Applicants must possess a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to submit applications electronically through Grants.gov. Important submission details include deadlines strictly enforced by Grants.gov, the need for timely electronic submission, and specific file type requirements. Additionally, the potential use of AI in applications prompts applicants to adhere to responsible usage principles outlined in recent governmental frameworks to mitigate risks such as bias and inaccuracy. The Department encourages applicants to consult resources and guidance on these matters to support effective grant proposal development and execution, ensuring compliance with all application requirements.
    2025-11612.pdf
    This document presents two notices from the Department of Defense and the Department of Education related to funding opportunities for educational programs. The first notice pertains to the correction of information regarding the Department of Defense Voluntary Education Partnership Memorandum of Understanding, which includes an updated title, associated form, and OMB control number effective June 25, 2025. The second notice invites applications for new awards for fiscal year 2025 focused on enhancing the use of educational technology in special education programs. This initiative aims to improve faculty capacity in integrating technology into special education personnel and leadership preparation programs. Key points include an emphasis on utilizing assistive technologies and promoting the incorporation of current research and evidence-based practices. Applications are due by July 25, 2025, with a focus on creating a national center to improve faculty knowledge and sustain professional learning networks. The estimated funding for this initiative is $700,000, available for a project period of up to 60 months. Eligible applicants include state educational agencies, local educational agencies, and nonprofit organizations, among others.
    2025-327F.bin
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