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This award recognizes exceptional educators working in some capacity with students who have autism, intellectual disability, or other developmental disabilities. 

Deadline:
July 31, 2026
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Tom E. C. Smith Early Career Award

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Last Updated:  24 June, 2026

This award recognizes exceptional early career teacher educators in the area of education for students with autism, intellectual disability, or other developmental disabilities. DADD membership not required, but preference may be given to DADD members.

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You Did That! Let Data Illustrate Your Effectiveness

It is critical that teachers use evidence-based practices for students with disabilities. With data, teachers can evaluate if their instruction is impactful. Teachers are encouraged to use data-based...
Journal Name:
TEACHING Exceptional Children
Publish date:
08/03/2024

The Next Frontier: AI in Special Education

The past year’s headlines have been dominated by Artificial Intelligence, or AI. Whether it’s new companies, new investments, new applications, or new blunders, there is no denying that AI is making waves and will continue to shape our lives in the years to come. Many fields and industries are examining how AI can be integrated into our workflows to improve processes and outcomes. Education is a field ripe for this innovation. Let’s look at how AI is already shaping special education and what the future may look like.
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