Title III grants under the Higher Education Act provide vital support to U.S. institutions that serve high percentages of low-income, first-generation, and underserved students. These funds are intended to enhance academic success, strengthen support services, and improve technology access—goals that align perfectly with the benefits offered by Scanmarker pen readers.
If your institution has received Title III funding, here’s how you can leverage it to equip your classrooms, support centers, and resource rooms with Scanmarker Reader & Air, Scanmarker Pro, and other reading and translation tools.
🎯 Why Scanmarker Pen Readers Qualify for Title III Use
Title III funds are designed to:
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Improve academic achievement
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Enhance learning support
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Increase access to assistive technology
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Support first-generation and ESL/ELL students
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Invest in faculty tools and instructional innovation
Scanmarker pen readers support all of the above by allowing students to:
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Instantly scan printed text to digital devices with Scanmarker Air & Reader models
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Hear text read aloud in real time, aiding students with dyslexia or vision challenges for all the models
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Translate and read between over 100+ languages, ideal for ESL learners
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Take notes, summarize, and store information across platforms (Windows, Mac, iOS, Android) for Scanmarker Air & Reader models
💡 What Can You Purchase with Title III?
Here’s how your school can use Title III funds to implement Scanmarker solutions:
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What Can You Purchase with Title III?
Here’s how your school can use Title III funds to implement Scanmarker solutions:
| Eligible Use of Funds | How Scanmarker Helps |
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| Academic support services | Enable students to access text through TTS (text-to-speech), translation, and digital note-taking |
| Technology-enhanced instruction | Teachers can demonstrate reading strategies and annotation using Scanmarker Pro |
| Assistive technology | Supports students with learning disabilities, visual impairment, and language barriers |
| Improving retention and graduation rates | Students stay engaged and independent in reading-heavy courses |
| Faculty development and instructional resources | Equip resource centers or provide faculty with tools to support differentiated instruction |
Why Choose Scanmarker Pro for Title III-Funded Programs?
The Scanmarker Pro is a standalone digital reader with advanced capabilities:
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No computer required — fully independent operation
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Built-in text-to-speech for reading assistance
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Internal memory, OCR scanning, and note capture
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Ideal for testing accommodations and quiet reading zones with wired earbuds provided in the box or wireless Bluetooth enabled.
Scanmarker Pro is especially useful for:
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Resource rooms
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Disability support services (DSS)
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Testing centers and libraries
🛠️ Implementation Ideas for Schools
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Loaner Program: Use Title III funds to create a lending program for students with IEPs, ESL support, or reading accommodations.
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Faculty Kits: Distribute kits with a Scanmarker Air or Pro, headphones, and training materials to instructors.
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Reader Access Stations: Install Scanmarker readers at computer labs, tutoring centers, or libraries for shared student use.
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Onboarding Support: Use part of the grant for training sessions or onboarding guides for students and faculty.
✅ Next Steps: How to Get Started
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Check Your Eligibility: Ensure your institution is approved for Title III SIP (Strengthening Institutions Program) or similar.
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Request a Quote: Contact Scanmarker for bulk pricing tailored for grant-funded educational purchases.
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Prepare Documentation: Include the purchase in your Title III activity plan under “technology-enhanced learning” or “student support services.”
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Try Before You Buy: Ask about Scanmarker’s 30-day trial program for educators and institutions.
📞 Contact Us
Want help building a Title III–friendly proposal or quote?
Reach out to our Education Partnerships team at schools@scanmarker.com
Empower your students. Support your teachers. Use your Title III grant to bring accessible, multilingual reading tools into every classroom with Scanmarker.
Access our downloadable sample : Grant Proposal for Title III Funding for Scanmarker