Center for Technology in Education - CTE

LIMITLESS was the perfect theme for this year’s Arc Maryland Conference! CTE’s Linda Z. Carling, Ed.D. and Andrea Harkins-Brown, Ed. D. had a great time talking with caregivers, providers, and self-advocates about AI, exploring ways to use these tools safely and meaningfully to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

"I think striving for innovation is the core strength that keeps CTE moving forward," Research Faculty Rachel Hur explains in her interview on CTE turning 40. Find out how she and her team plan to take our center into the next 40 years. https://zurl.co/qPCXG

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Congratulations class of 2026! 🎇

In 1990, CTE and IBM collaborated to create the Principal’s Assistant, a guide that helped school leaders use technology for instructional decision making. More than 10,000 copies were distributed nationally.

Calling Maryland special educators and related service providers!

Researchers at the JHU Center for Technology in Education are conducting a study on AI integration within the Maryland Online IEP (MOIEP) system. We are looking for educators who use MOIEP and plan to use the new AI-assisted features.

Your participation will help inform future research on AI-assisted IEP development. Participation is voluntary and fully remote.

Interested? Contact Dr. Andrea Harkins-Brown at [email protected].

Learn more:

2026-0501-Recruitment Flyer Content.pdf

Nearly 60 early intervention providers from across Maryland attended CTE’s Caregiver Reflective Coaching Institute. This three-day training focused on building skills to support families in understanding and responding to their child’s development.

Today is National Provider Appreciation Day! Thank you to the incredible child care providers and educators who work tirelessly to create safe, nurturing, and supportive environments where children can learn and grow. We celebrate you today and every day.

In 1990, the Technology Demonstration Center opened in Maryland, allowing individuals with disabilities, families, and educators to test a wide range of assistive technologies. It became a statewide resource for accessibility and independence.