About CAST

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One mission, many innovations. Learn more about CAST's evolution from a small hospital-based clinic to a international leader in education R&D.

CAST is a nonprofit research and development organization that works to expand learning opportunities for all individuals, especially those with disabilities, through Universal Design for Learning.

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Founded in 1984 as the Center for Applied Special Technology, CAST has earned international recognition for its innovative contributions to educational products, classroom practices, and policies.

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CAST's staff includes specialists in education research and policy, neuropsychology, clinical/school psychology, technology, engineering, curriculum development, K-12 professional development, and more.

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CAST, Partner Districts to Build Up Teacher Capacity in UDL
March 22, 2012

CAST Joins Effort to Improve Portuguese Language Instruction
February 10, 2011

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CAST is located in downtown Wakefield, easily accessible from Route I-95/128 and Route 93. CAST is also just a short walk from the Wakefield stop on the Haverhill/Reading commuter train line.