Short on resources, special educators are using AI – with little knowledge of the effects

As AI spreads in special education, the question remains: Can these tools uphold the individualized, legally protected services students with disabilities need?

By: Seth King, University of Iowa, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: January 30, 2026

Words: 1,384

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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By Seth King, University of Iowa

In special education in the U.S., funding is scarce and personnel shortages are pervasive, leaving many school districts struggling to hire qualified and willing practitioners.

Amid these long-standing challenges, there is rising interest in using artificial intelligence tools to help close some of the gaps that districts currently face and lower labor costs.

Over 7 million children receive federally funded entitlements under the Individuals with …

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