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Special Education Research Grants is sponsored by Institute of Education Sciences (IES), National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER). These grants support research to improve special education and early intervention services, programs, and policies for infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities.
Specific areas of interest include developing and evaluating interventions for students with autism who demonstrate challenging behavior, and social, emotional, and behavioral risk screeners.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants include a variety of entities, often including state and local education agencies, and other public or private organizations. Projects focus on research in special education. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Special Education Research Grants is funded by Institute of Education Sciences (IES), National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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