About

The National Center for Technology Innovation (NCTI) advances learning opportunities for individuals with disabilities by fostering technology innovation. Specifically, we help researchers, product developers, manufacturers and publishers to create and commercialize products of value to students with special needs.

To achieve its goals NCTI offers services to:

• Analyze needs, issues, trends, and promising technology innovations
• Cultivate a collaborative network
• Promote reliable research-based solutions
• Facilitate successful commercialization approaches for the education market

Funded by the U.S. Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), NCTI works with a deep and supportive community of government, nonprofit, and private organizations. Our network of individuals and staff is dedicated not only to the development of powerful assistive technologies but to the commercial success that will make them viable on a large scale. Download the printable NCTI brochure (PDF).

Advisory Board

NCTI is guided by an Advisory Board of industry and educational leaders, who combine an understanding of the special needs of disabled individuals and the demands of moving ideas from the laboratory to the learning environment. Read more about our Advisory Board .

Thought Partners

NCTI works together with a network of Thought Partners. These OSEP-funded centers, leading nonprofits, trade associations, funders and experts in special needs help expand our reach, deliver more extensive services, offer more cohesive solutions and provide mutual support for the challenges we share. Click here to read more about our Thought Partners.

Staff

Housed at the American Institutes for Research in Washington, D.C, NCTI is committed to identifying the most up-to-date information and resources on technology innovation and facilitating opportunities for partners to collaborate with colleagues across the country. Our experienced and dedicated staff brings a diverse set of skills to the Center, as we strive to serve the special needs community with distinction. Click here to read more about our staff.

Web Site

As we are focused on technology innovation, this web site serves as a hub of information and assistance to those we serve, and those who would like to learn more about the Center. To learn more about what you will find here, please visit our help page.  We welcome you to explore, discover, ask questions and share your perspective with us.