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Theses/dissertations from 2024 2024.

Beliefs of Male Elementary School Special Education and General Education Teachers Regarding Full Inclusion for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Saudi Arabia , Sultan Alanazi

The Integration of Assistive Technology by Female In-Service Teachers of Students with Learning Disabilities in Saudi Arabia: A Qualitative Interview Study , Badriah Alotaiby

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Saudi Parents as Advocates for Their Young Children with Disabilities: Reflections on The Journey , Sadeem A. Alolayan

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Graduate Teaching Assistants’ Knowledge and Attitudes Toward Students with Disabilities in Higher Education , Yanlys De La Caridad Palacios

The Specifics of Specific Learning Disability: An Analysis of State-Level Eligibility Criteria and Response to Intervention Practices , Lora M. Williams

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Barriers to Reducing the Assistive Technology use for Students with Autism as Perceived by Special Education Teachers in Saudi Arabia , Othman Ahmed Alasmari

Saudi Teachers’ Perspectives on Implementing Evidence-Based Practices Specifically Designed for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Ahmad Saad Alghamdi

Perceptions of Preservice Teachers of Students with Intellectual Disabilities About their Preparation for Inclusive Education , Abdullah Aljudaya

Experiences of Saudi Arabian Mothers of Young Children with Disabilities: An Exploratory Study , Samirah Bahkali

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Perceptions of Preservice Teachers of Students with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities in their Teacher Preparation Programs in Saudi Arabia , Salman Almughyiri

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

The Use of Assistive Technology with Students with Severe Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Saudi Arabia: Teachers’ Perspectives , Khalid Mohammed Abu Alghayth

Saudi Special Education Preservice Teachers’ Perspective towards Inclusion , Sarah Binmahfooz

The Teacher Evaluation Conundrum: Examining the Perceptions of Special Education Teachers , Gordon Brobbey

Autism and Inclusion in England’s Multi Academy Trust: A Case Study of a Senior Leadership Team , Danielle Lane

Threats to Teaching: An Investigation Into the Constructs of Compassion Fatigue in the Classroom , April M. Steen

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

General Education Teachers’ Perceptions of Response to Intervention Implementation: A Qualitative Interview Study , Adhwaa Alahmari

Deaf Lesbian Identity , Noël E. Cherasaro

Beyond Replicative Technology: The Digital Practices of Students with Literacy-Related Learning Difficulties Engaged in Productive Technologies , Aimee Frier

Learning in the Margins: The Educational Experiences of an African American Male with Disabilities , Aisha Holmes

Including children with learning differences: Experiences of independent school teachers , Lisa M. Lockhart

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Perceptions of Arab American Mothers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Exploratory Study , Haifa Alsayyari

It’s Not All Sunflowers and Roses at Home: A Narrative Inquiry of At-Risk Girls and Their Perceptions of Their Educational Experiences , Jessica Aggeles Curtis

Improving Reading Comprehension of Children with ASD: Implication of Anaphoric Reference Support with Computer Programming , Seda Karayazi Ozsayin

Collaboration with Families: Perceptions of Special Education Preservice Teachers and Teacher Preparation , Mehmet Emin Ozturk

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

The Role of Prep Schools in the Middle to High School Transition of Students in Southeastern Turkey , Mucahit Kocak

Use of a Game-Based App as a Learning Tool for Students with Mathematics Learning Disabilities to Increase Fraction Knowledge/Skill , Orhan Simsek

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Examining Experiences of Early Intervention Providers Serving Culturally Diverse Families: A Multiple Case Study Analysis , Wendy Lea Bradshaw

Restricted and Repetitive Behaviors as Strengths, not Weaknesses: Evaluating the Use of Social Stories that Embed Restricted Interests on the Social Skills of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Maya Nasr

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

The Fight Within: Experiences of School District Employees Who Advocate for the Rights of Their Own Children with Disabilities Inside the Districts Where They Work, a Heuristic Case Study , Keri Haley

Constructing an "Appropriate" Education in Florida Special Education Due Process Final Orders , Michelle Henry

Interagency Collaboration for the Provision of Services to Migrant Children with Disabilities: An Exploratory Study , Georgina Rivera-Singletary

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Reading Assessment Practices of Elementary General Education Teachers: A Descriptive Study , Sarah Mirlenbrink Bombly

Making a Difference in the Lives of Students: Successful Teachers of Students of Color with Disabilities or who are At-Risk of Identification of Disabilities at a High-Performing High-Poverty School , Tristan L. Glenn

Teacher Perspectives on the Instructional Impact of the Florida Alternate Assessment , Katherine Hawley

Blending Worlds, Reforming Practice?: An Instrumental Case Study Of Collaborative Early Childhood Teacher Education , Ann Marie Mickelson

The Perspectives of Graduate Students with Visual Disabilities: A Heuristic Case Study , Luis Perez

Connective Capacity: The Importance and Influence of Dispositions in Special Education Teacher Education , Scot Mcgregor Rademaker

Examining School Capacity for Inclusion Using a Multi-Dimensional Framework: A Case Study , Amy Lenee-Monnier Toson

Becoming a Teacher in Multiple Voices: An Exploration of Teacher Identity Formation Among Teachers of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Mary E. Wilt

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

A Multi-Perspective Exploration of a Cross-Age Tutoring Initiative: An Analysis of the Responses of All Students , Ann Elizabeth Gillies

Examining Teacher Identity and Prospective Efficacy Beliefs Among Students Enrolled in a Precollegiate Urban Teaching Academy (UTA) , Marsha Simon

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Preservice Teachers' Perceptions of their Perspective Transformations: A Case Study , Victoria Caruana

The Development of The Personal Strengths Intervention (PSI) to Improve Self-Determination and Social-Emotional Levels in Postsecondary Students with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD: A Multiple Baseline Study , Jennie L. Farmer

Kujichagalia! Self-Determination in Young African American Women With Disabilities during the Transition Process , La Tonya L. Gillis

Perspectives of Teachers of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders Regarding the Factors Related to Their Intent to Remain in the Profession , Glenda Esther Koshy

High Stakes Play: Early Childhood Special Educators' Perspectives of Play in Pre-Kindergarten Classrooms , Joanne Scandling Manwaring

School-Wide PBS: The Link Between Action Planning and Outcomes , Stephanie Angelique Martinez

Guided by the Spirit: Understanding Student Behavior and Theological Philosophy Through the Lens of Secondary Catholic School Teachers , Angela Marie Mucci

It Takes More Than a Whistle: Perceived Characteristics of Effective School Based Coaches , Jenna Nicole Sage

Examining the Experiences of a Select Group of First Year Special Education Teachers: A Multiple Case Study Analysis , Roseanne Kaiser Vallice

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

A Canine Audience: The Effect of Animal-Assisted Therapy on Reading Progress Among Students Identified with Learning Disabilities , Julie Omodio Griess

The Lived School Experiences of a Select Group of Female Adolescents Labeled Emotionally/Behaviorally Disordered , Anna Robic

Theses/Dissertations from 2009 2009

Lived Experience: Diverse Perspectives on Raising a Child with Autism , Heather J. Brace

An examination of the implementation of the Second step program in a public school system , Lynn Pedraza

Portraits of Online Teaching and Learning: The Experiences of an Instructor and Six Graduate Students in a Course Entitled Educating Students with Autism , Sarah R. Semon

Striving and Surviving: The Phenomenology of the First-Year Teaching Experience , Michael D. Smith

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

Transition Experiences of Selected Emerging Adults With Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties in Higher Education , Kathleen M. Fowler

A Qualitative Analysis of a Teacher Support Program for Educating Students with Emotional Disturbance in an Inclusive Setting , Crystal Williams Harmon

Evaluating the Efficacy of the Developing Algebraic Literacy Model: Preparing Special Educators to Implement Effective Mathematics Practices , Sharon N. E. Ray

Theses/Dissertations from 2007 2007

The Effects of Mentoring on the Elementary Special Education Mentor , Maria Angeliadis

Prevalence of Language Disorders Among Children with Severe Behavioral Problems Referred for a Psychiatric Evaluation by a Large Urban School District , Brenda J. Curtwright

Implementing differentiated instruction in urban, Title I schools:: Effects of facilitated support groups and program fidelity on student achievement , Deborah W. Hellman

Key stakeholder perceptions of the expulsion process for high school students identified as emotionally disturbed , Suzanne R. O'Neill

Theses/Dissertations from 2006 2006

An examination of the experiences of five African American male students with regard to school discipline practices , Simon Yohann Earle

Examining the characteristics of teachers in a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program in varying exceptionalities: Responding to the "highly qualified" teacher mandate , Erica Djuan McCray

Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

"I've Got the Power!": Investigating Pre-service Special Educators' Perceptions and Abilities to Teach Reading to Students with Disabilities" , Tandria Milango Callins

Evaluating Positive Behavior Support Plan Implementation In The Home Environment Of Young Children With Challenging Behavior , Michelle A. Duda

Asperger Syndrome: A Case Study on One Family’s Understanding , Ben Graffam

An Examination Of The Relationship Between Urbanicity and Children With Emotional Disturbances Served In Restructuring Public Schools , Karen Monk Harris

Voices From a Marginalized Population: Life Histories of Individuals With Physical Impairments , James Peter Marsh

The Effects of Hand Fidgets on the On-Task Behaviors of A Middle School Student With Disabilities in an Inclusive Academic Setting , Karen S. Voytecki

Theses/Dissertations from 2004 2004

Speech-Language Pathologists’ Professional Efficacy Beliefs about Assessing the Language Skills of Bilingual/Bicultural/Bidialectal Students , Karen Patricia Harris

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Special Education Theses and Dissertations

Theses from 2024 2024.

Early Reading Instruction Methods: An Analysis on the Outcomes of Whole Language Instruction and Phonics Instruction , Kaitlin E. Nims-Fournier (Thesis)

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Improving Peer-to-Peer Learning for Students with Extensive Support Needs in Inclusive Classrooms , Zachary Michael Deets (Dissertation)

Behavior Training for Educators: What Training do Educators Need to Support Students with Challenging Behaviors? , Michelle R. Milburn (Dissertation)

Beyond First Thoughts: Understanding the Essence of Equitable Decision-Making, A Phenomenological Study, White Practitioners as Equitable Educational Decision-Makers , Zinnia Un (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

An Examination of Educator Perspectives on Career and College Pathways for Black, Indigenous, and Students of Color with Disabilities , Rachel Anne Herrick (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

"It's Not by Accident": Examining Leadership Efforts to Disrupt Oregon's Segregated K-12 Education System , Michael Eric Salitore (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Inclusion for Speech-Language Pathology Minority Graduate Students , Teresa Michelle Roberts (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Early Intervention Referral Outcomes for Children at Increased Risk of Experiencing Developmental Delays , Kristi Laurine Atkins (Dissertation)

Impact of Professional Development on Accessible Early Literacy Content for Preschool Children with Disabilities in Public Library Storytime , Melissa Pebly (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

The Impact of Online Professional Development on the Assessment Efficacy of Novice Itinerant Teachers of Students with Multiple Disabilities Including Visual Impairments , Jacqulyn Anne Donnenwirth Daniels (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

A Phenomenological Study of the Lived Experiences of Parents of Young Children with Autism Receiving Special Education Services , Donna Marie Barrow (Dissertation)

A Brief Intervention to Increase the Use of Precorrection and Praise by Elementary School Teachers , Dustin Bindreiff (Dissertation)

The Voices of Special Educators: How Do Special Educators Teach English Language Learners Who are Receiving Special Education Services? , Elizabeth Ann DuBois (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

An Investigation of School-Based Specific Learning Disability Identification , Bonnie Heather Bartos (Dissertation)

Desirable Conversations: Sexuality and Women with Intellectual Disabilities , Neera Malhotra (Dissertation)

An Examination of School Readiness: How Is the Construct Defined for Children Who Are Blind? , Lisa Joann McConachie (Dissertation)

The Efficacy and Feasibility of a Context-Specific Autism Behavior Rating Tool with Real Time Data Collection Methods from the Perspectives of Clinicians, Educators, and Parents , Kathleen Marie Panaccione (Dissertation)

Exploring the Impact of an LD Diagnosis on the Self-Determination of Women in Poverty , Cynthia Jakes Stadel (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Adjustment to College among Lower Division Students with Disabilities: An Exploratory Study , Kristy Lee Ann McNulty (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

The Effect of Teacher-Identified Classroom Management , Monica Rose Root (Thesis)

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Early Childhood Inclusion: Teacher Perception of the Supports Needed to Fully Include Children with Special Needs , Meredith Villines (Thesis)

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

The Use and Interpretation of the Batería III With U.S. Bilinguals , Julie Esparza Brown (Dissertation)

Theses/Dissertations from 1979 1979

An Evaluation of a Data-Based Sex Education Training Program for Mentally Retarded Adults , Patricia Ann Riley (Thesis)

Theses/Dissertations from 1972 1972

The Effects of Perceptual-Motor Training on the Perceptual-Motor Skills of Emotionally Disturbed Children , Karen R. Brown (Thesis)

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Special Education Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

Understanding Being a Special Education Teacher in the Era of COVID-19: Teacher Perceptions Two Years In , Amanda N. Walkup

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Identifying Factors that Increase Sustainability of SWPBIS in US Middle Schools , Heather L. Hoffert

Teachers’ Perceptions of Causes of Academic Difficulties Experienced by Students who are Culturally and Linguistically Diverse , Courtney D. Miller

Choosing Not to Participate: Cyber Truancy and Special Education , Elizabeth A. Popielarcheck

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Computer-Assisted Instruction Compared to Traditional Instruction on Letter Recognition for Preschoolers with Special Needs , Jamie Nicole Harvey

Effects of Teacher Training in Trial-Based Functional Analysis via Video Modeling , Mary Haspel

Technology Use By Teachers Of Deaf And Hard-Of-Hearing Students , Nichole K. Zirzow

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Beyond the classroom: The need for support for parents with a child diagnosed with autism, ID, and behavioral problems , Erica Curington

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Development of the Dynamic Evaluation Model to Significantly Advance Autism Research , Dana Cihelkova

Application Activities Designed to Prepare Preservice Special Education Teachers for Response and Prevention of Bullying Behaviors , Crystal Smith

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

Instructional Leadership for Middle School Students with Disabilities in the General Education Classroom: The Role of the Principal , Jeremy M. Lynch

Using the Concrete-Representational-Abstract Sequence to Connect Manipulatives, Problem Solving Schemas, and Equations in Word Problems with Fractions , Julie L. Reneau

Expanding training opportunities for parents of children with autism , Jennifer Lee Suppo

Stakeholders' Perceptions of Special Educator Induction Programs in a Low Attrition District , Jeremy Vittek

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Diversity as an Influence on the Choice of Teaching Positions by Pre-service Students in Special Education , Tara A. Brooks

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

Use of direct instruction to teach reading to students with significant cognitive impairments: Student outcomes and teacher perceptions , Philip Michael Kanfush III

Literacy knowledge among teachers: Considerations for implementation of the RtI initiative , Amy F. Conner Love

Theses/Dissertations from 2009 2009

The principal's role in creating a school culture that fosters achievement of students with high incidence disabilities: A study of one school , Shelby B. Haines

Life stories of selected adults with learning disabilities: How they come to understand and choose to reveal their disabilities , Christine M. Sampson

Mathematics professional development needs of general education and special education teachers , Kathryn L. Servilio

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

Analysis of elementary teachers' self-reports of variables influencing teacher decisions during the special education referral process , Bernard Charles Jones

Theses/Dissertations from 2006 2006

Perspectives of key stakeholders with regard to extended school year programs , Billie E. Bonnett

Field perceptions of the Vision Initiative for Children's preschool vision screening training model , P. Kay Nottingham Chaplin

Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

An exploration of interdisciplinary collaboration when serving students with moderate and severe disabilities at the middle and high school levels: A current snapshot of perceived barriers and opportunities , Sara A. Brannan

Theses/Dissertations from 2004 2004

Preservice general education teachers' perceptions of special education training needs , Kalie Renee Kossar

Theses/Dissertations from 2002 2002

Participants' beliefs about educational risk and resilience in Energy Express, a summer intervention program for West Virginia's elementary schoolchildren , Lynn G. McMullen

Perceptions of moral agency among some preschool special needs teachers , Stephen Keith Pavlovic

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Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

Understanding Administrative Support from the Perspective of Special Educators , Morgan M. Glasson

Efficacy and Outcome Beliefs of General and Special Education Teachers Working with Culturally Linguistically Diverse Students with Disabilities , Jennifer L. Hastings

Transition Planning and the School to Prison Pipeline: a Phenomenological Study Investigating the Lived Experiences of Alternatively Placed High School Black Males with High Incidence Disabilities , Brandon Garrett Thornton

Training Caregivers of Young Children Who Are Deaf / Hard of Hearing To Implement Communication Facilitation Strategies , Rachel Lynn Wells

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Factors Associated with Parent Involvement for African American Youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Findings from the Nlts-2012 , LaTonya J. Harris

Special Education Preservice Teachers Culturally Responsive Teaching Self-Efficacy: a Mixed Methods Study , Krystal Lewis-Pratl

Exploring African American Vernacular English and Disproportionality in Special Education , Camille O'Quin

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Factors That Influence Parent Communication Decisions for Their Deaf or Hard of Hearing Child in Illinois , Karla A. Giese

Orientation and Mobility Service Decisions: What Is Guiding Them if It Is Not Assessment? , Lauralyn Kay Randles

Being Black while Leading: a Mixed Methods Study of Black Administrators' Experiences in U.s. Public Schools , Latasha Marie Schraeder

Special Education Pre-service Teachers’ Perceptions of Cooperating Teachers’ Co-teaching Relationships: a Qualitative Study , Christianna N. Vehlow

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Knowledge, Concerns, and Interventions Related to D / Deaf English Learners , Molly Beth Turner

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Communication between Home and School for Parents of Children with Chronic Illness , Keri Edwards

Deaf / Hard of Hearing Preschool Students’ Acquisition of Language through Dyadic and Triadic Communication Contexts , Molly S. Herman

Teaching Students with Developmental Disabilities To Sequence Academic Content Using Video Modeling and Constant Time Delay via an Ipad Application , Allison Marie Kroesch

Young Adults with Visual Impairments and Driver's Education: Journeys of Self-Efficacy, Identity, and Transition to Adulthood , Molly Pasley

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Caregivers' and Professionals' Perceptions on Collaboration in Early Intervention , Sara J. Edwards

Teachers' Perceptions of Addressing Leisure in Curriculum for Students with Severe Disabilities , Kara Klepp

A Qualitative Investigation of Secondary General Education Teachers' Perspectives on Their Involvement in Transition Services , Stephen M. Kwiatek

Computer-Mediated Communication Usage and Perceptions amongst Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Laura A. Massier

Measuring the Longitudinal Communication Growth of Learners Who Are Deafblind , Kristi M. Probst

Investigating Trust Relationships between Special Education Teachers and Their Principals and Special Education Directors , William D. Roseland

The Effects of Text-to-Speech on Reading Comprehension of Students with Learning Disabilities , Mary Cece Young

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Social Positioning: Positioning Adults with Severe and Multiple Disabilities and Complex Communication Needs for Social Interaction , Dena Bonnike

Understanding the Self-Efficacy Beliefs of Preservice Learning and Behavioral Specialists during Their Practicum, Field-Based, and Student Teaching Semesters , Alice S. Cahill

Educators' Perceptions of the Importance and Intensity of Supports in the General Education Classroom for Students with Individualized Education Plans , Stephanie N. DeSpain

Parent-Implemented Intervention Using an Ipad To Enhance Expressive Language in Young Children , Yvette Renee Evans

Effects of a Self-Advocacy Intervention on the Ability of High School Students with High Incidence Disabilities To Advocate for Academic Accommodations , Nancy J. Lopez

Elementary General Education Teachers' Perspectives towards the Inclusion of Students with Emotional Disturbances , Leona E. O'Dear

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Delivering the Parent-Implemented Communication Strategies ( Pics ) Intervention Using Distance Training and Coaching with a Father and His Child Who Is Hard of Hearing , Marc Daczewitz

Effects of Explicit Reading Comprehension Strategy Instruction for English Learners with Specific Learning Disabilities , Sara Lynn Jozwik

Rural High School Special Education Teachers' Perceptions Related to Structured Work Experiences , Abigail Meghan Christina Lies

Perceptions of the Roles of Paraprofessionals and Other Support Strategies To Assist Students with Disabilities in the General Education Classroom , Chrystyna Eliashevsky Sroka

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Evaluating Factors That Influence Treatment Integrity during Peer Consultation , Jennifer Ann Arms

The Effect of Metalinguistic Strategy Instruction on the Oral and Written Expression of School-Aged Children , Karen Lara Dudek

Exploratory Study of the Perspectives of Midlife Adults with Intellectual Disability, Their Parents, and Case Managers Regarding Quality of Life and Needed Supports and Services , Jane L. Lurquin

The Effect of Self-Monitoring on Academic Engagement of Students with Emotional Disturbance , Clayton Theisinger

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

An Examination of Student Perceptions of Regional Safe School and Public School Services , Elizabeth Degruy

Leadership for Equity in Education: Perceptions of Disability Studies Concepts by Directors of Special Education , Andrea P. Dinaro

Understanding the Support Needs of People with Intellectual and Related Developmental Disabilities through Cluster Analysis and Factor Analysis of Statewide Data , Yuwadee Viriyangkura

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Theses/dissertations from 2024 2024.

The Benefits of Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies and Interventions for Students , Ryan J. Abrahamson Over the years, schools have faced an uphill battle when discussing trauma in students. As the research continues to improve and the more it is studied, more schools are able to talk about it and learn about it. This can become a big weight...

How Play-Based Learning Impacts Students With Specific Learning and Social-emotional Needs , Michaela MT Duncan The study of play-based learning has unique implications for educational settings, children, and families.,In recent years play-based learning in education, especially for students with specific learning and social-emotional needs, has had ...

Strategies Teachers in the United States Can Use to Support English Language Learners With Special Needs , Jacqueline G. Ozuna Supporting English language learners (ELL) with special needs is critical due to the increased number of ELL students in the United States. The National Education Association (2020) predicted that by 2025, one in four students in general ed...

The Effects Poverty Has on Literacy , Rachael E. Petersen This literature review examines the effects poverty has on early literacy acquisition and reading progress through middle school years. Poverty and the environment it creates are complex issues that affect the growth and development of a yo...

Barriers and Strategies for Inclusion of Students with Severe Disabilities in General Education , Laura Ramberg The topic of educating students with severe disabilities in the general education setting is not a new idea. Inclusion of these students into the mainstream educational setting is supported by the Individuals with Disabilities Act and throu...

Alternative Educational Service Delivery Models for Students Receiving Special Education Services , Nikolas S. Sell The landscape of educational models to service students receiving special education services is changing rapidly. Districts, schools, and individual teachers are welcoming a more diverse set of students and families into their classrooms. I...

Brain Development and Intervention for Students Who Experienced Trauma , Alicia Teeter There has been a growing recognition of the profound impact of trauma on students' academic achievement, behavior, and overall well-being. Schools play a critical role in supporting students affected by trauma, and implementing a trauma-inf...

How Students Benefit from Trauma Informed Instruction and Strategies , John Michael Webb Trauma-informed teaching is a life changing undertaking that recognizes the important impact of trauma on students’ lives and learning experiences. This thesis provides a concise overview of the key principles and benefits of trauma-informe...

Children’s Access to Free Play in Nature in Relation to Mental Health and Overall Well-Being , Paige Olivia Wildenauer Children of the current generation are spending less time outdoors than ever before. Facing issues like excessive screen time, safety concerns, overscheduling, poor urban planning and inaccessible parks, children today are losing their abil...

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Primary Causes of Burnout in Special Education Teachers and Strategies to Help Cope with and Deal with the Challenges of Burnout , Marissa L. Auer Special education teachers encounter a variety of challenges throughout the academic school year. Burnout among special education teachers has proven to be a complex issue, with many factors playing a role. This thesis explored the primary ...

The Impact of Trauma on the Learning and Development of Students Receiving Special Education Services , Mikayla M. Bebeau Childhood trauma is known as a health crisis in America. Trauma can be defined in multiple different ways, can be displayed in different behaviors, and can be supported within school if done so appropriately. Within this literature review t...

Culture of Encounter: A Post-intentional Phenomenological Exploration of How Responses to Problematic Student Behavior Come to Be for Elementary Catholic School Educators , Caroline Becker “Phenomenological research has, as its ultimate aim, the fulfillment of our human nature: to become more fully who we are (van Manen, 1997, p. 12).” Rooted in van Manen’s purpose, this study was a post-intentional phenomenological explorati...

Trauma-informed Instruction and How it Influences Mental Health Outcomes in Students With Disabilities , Jeffery Phillip Bishop A growing body of research has shown that mental health needs among school-age children exceed the number of mental health professionals available to address those needs. Since students spend a lot of their time at school, much of the respo...

Responding to Disruptive Behaviors in Educational Environments , Kelsey A. Black Disruptive behaviors are a key factor in classroom management and student progress. Current research focuses on identifying the antecedents for such behavior in order to determine the style of intervention that will best support the student...

Beyond Resilience: Arming Special Education Teachers With “Hope Theory” in the Fight Against Burnout , Eden E. Buchwald-McGlennon Teachers have been forced to face many new workplace challenges since the COVID-19 pandemic emerged in March 2020; this has resulted in increased job-related stress. Pre-pandemic, teacher stress levels were already much higher than other oc...

Bullying: Who is at-risk, what are the effects, and what can we do to stop it? , Samantha Nicole Buckley The act of bullying is prevalent in today’s society. The average student in the United States experiences bullying in some form at least once throughout their academic career. Bullying can be defined as any act defined by the victim that is...

Misidentifying English Language Learners with Learning Disabilities , Suzan Cevheroglu This thesis explores the multifaceted issue of misidentifying English Language Learners (ELLs) with learning disabilities (LDs) in the educational system. The study begins by delving into the complicated reasons underlying such misidentific...

Advantages and Disadvantages of Special Education Students in the Mainstream Classrooms , Nikki L. Evens This systematic review of the literature aimed to understand the advantages of placing special education students in mainstream classrooms and identify barriers to positive experiences among special education students. Findings from seconda...

Community School Programming , Timothy D Gilbert Contemporary educational legislation is pushing a resurgence of historic educational program models to meet historic and contemporary barriers to student and school achievement. School districts, especially in urban centers are faced with i...

A Literature Review: Creating and Maintaining Inclusion , Emily Goodson This literature review examines the different parts that are needed in order to create and maintain an inclusive classroom. The success of students in an inclusive classroom, both special education and general education students, can be aff...

Autism across the globe , Megan N. Haack The purpose of this study was to investigate what autism is like across the globe. Autism is a developmental disorder that is associated with social difficulties, restricted and repetitive behaviors. The prevalence of autism diagnoses had i...

Targeting Post-Secondary Readiness Skills in Students With Disabilities for Successful Transition to Adult Living , Anne M. Helseth This study reviews the literature pertaining to post-school outcomes for students with disabilities in light of the IDEA mandate. It includes research into which skills students need, which are most lacking, and how to transfer these skills...

How do mindfulness-informed practices positively affect students with intellectual disabilities , Hilary Hinrichs Mindfulness-informed interventions have gained greater popularity as interventions for schools for a variety of purposes. There has been an increase in research regarding the effect of these practices on students. Adolescent students with i...

Reducing the use of restraint and seclusion in public education , Kimberly Jean Huls The use of seclusions and restraints in public schools is a controversial topic in education that has gained much media attention in the past few decades. Most scholars, educators, and policy-makers are in agreement that it should be used a...

The Impact of Outdoor Classrooms on Students , Minette Stalheim Johnson The learning environment for students, which has been indoors for decades, has moved outdoors in many locales. As the stakeholders contemplate the use of outdoor space for learning, questions about its benefit(s) for students have been expl...

How the Special Education Service Model Can Be Changed to Support Educator's Individual Strengths , Lisa A. Kermode This thesis focuses on research related to the current state of the special education model and it includes qualitative and quantitative literature, as well as current challenges that exist in the industry today. It will specifically addres...

​​Beyond Words: Fine Arts and Performance Art as Self-Expression for Developmentally Delayed Students , Elizabeth Maureen Ketz This thesis explores the research behind the implementation of special education curriculum in dance and music. Music education and dance have been shown to be effective means of self-expression, a necessary component of child development. ...

Types of anxiety diagnosed in individuals with autism spectrum disorder , Molly Elizabeth Larson This literature review unravels comorbidities that accompany Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), specifically the various types of anxiety observed in children and adolescents at school, in their home lives, and in the community. This review e...

Analyzing the Social Benefits of Inclusion for Students in Special Education , Margo LeMahieu Inclusive education has been on the rise in recent years. Now more than ever, students with and without disabilities are in the same classroom, learning together, and creating positive relationships with each other. Inclusive education has ...

Autism, anxiety and the impact of therapeutic practices and evidence based strategies , Roberta L. Luby This literature review examined research on the prevalence of anxiety disorders in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions for managing anxiety symptoms. Studies consistently demons...

Visual Supports and Autism , Donna L Macoskey Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition that involves persistent challenges in social interaction, speech and nonverbal communication, and restricted/repetitive behaviors. Children on the Autism Spectrum thrive o...

Implementing Positive Behavior Interventions in an Alternative Setting , Brooke L. Maday Historically alternative settings are known for their punitive approaches to behaviors. In the early 2000s, alternative education and juvenile residential settings adopted and adapted a positive approach to behavior intervention called “Pos...

The Benefits of Implementing Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies to Support Students in Special Education , Connor J. Malcolm The number of children experiencing traumatic events is occurring at an alarming rate. According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA), more than two-thirds of children in the United States are going to or hav...

Reading interventions for students with emotional behavioral disorders , Erin O. Maly The focus of this literature review is to determine the efficacy of reading interventions for students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders with comorbid reading disabilities. Students with EBD frequently exhibit reading difficulties which p...

Restorative Practice Outcomes on Exclusionary Behavior in Schools with Consideration of Educator and Student Perspective , Bree D Medin The prevalent use of in-school and out-of-school suspensions persists despite evidence indicating behavior improvement and racial disparities in suspensions. Exclusionary discipline’s lasting negative consequences include poor academic achi...

Supporting the Mental Health Needs of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Rachel E. Nardelli This thesis studies interventions to support the mental health of students with autism spectrum disorder. According to Mazefsky (2019), more than 70% of youth with ASD have mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. According ...

Mental Health and How it Affects Academic Performance in Special Education Students , Jenna L. Newberger Mental health is an important topic about which many people have heard or learned about. It affects all people in various ways and can especially affect careers, schooling and social lives. Because of this, it is imperative to understand ho...

The Importance of Classroom Management in Autism Spectrum Disorder Classrooms , Lindsay C. Nicklason Children that are on the Autism Spectrum thrive on routine, visuals, and calm learning environments. When teaching in an Autism classroom, good classroom management is key to ensuring the students have all the tools they need to succeed. Th...

The Effects of Social Story Interventions Used With Autistic Students , Sarah J Ogren Social-emotional learning is an essential part of everyday learning for students in the classroom. Providing students with evidence-based social-emotional learning practices, such as Social Stories, increases student academics and behavior....

The Effects of Mindfulness on Special Education Students in the General Education Classroom , Jessica Ostendorf Can mindfulness interventions have a positive impact on both special education students and general education students in the classroom? How does mindfulness affect students’ behavior, academic achievement, and over all wellbeing? This lite...

How Does a Four Day Work Week Affect Students' Achievement, Attendance, and Behavior , Joshua David Palmquist This thesis focuses on a four-day school week and the benefits of this approach as it relates to student achievement, attendance and behavior. Over the past two decades, the popularity of a four-day school week has grown, most notably in ru...

Gender Differences in Autism Spectrum Disorder , Charlene Roach Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is characterized by a developmental disorder with multiple variations of severity which are characterized by the difficulties in communication, social interactions, and restricted or repetitive patterns of beh...

Collaborative teaching in the inclusive environment: A review of teaching models, benefits, barriers and preparation , Travis B. Rotegard This literature review explains the definition of collaborative teaching (co-teaching) in the inclusive environment. It explores the co-teaching models, and the opinions of those models through the lens of professionals and students. This r...

The Impact of the Inclusion of Movement and Exercise (Physical Learning) on Students in Educational Settings Receiving Special Education Services , Christopher P. Scanlon There continues to be an increase in child and adolescent obesity. Youth receiving special education services are particularly at risk of being more inactive than their peers. There are numerous benefits to engaging in physical activity, no...

Social Media Influence on Emotional and Behavioral Well-Being of High School Aged Students and Educator Intervention , Kayla M. Schroeder Social media use plays a significant role in the lives of adolescents worldwide. Social media allows for adolescents to build connections, express themselves, seek information, and share or view content. Globally, adolescent mental health d...

How Movement-Based and Sensory-Based Interventions Impact Emotional and Academic Success in Students with Disabilities (Autism/ADHD) , John Skalitzky Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder are two of the most prevalent diagnoses in education today. Each diagnosis is individual to the student. However, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperacti...

The Impact of Autism Spectrum Disorder on Family , Christa R Skitsko As the prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) continuously increases, more individuals and their families are impacted. Parents may be significantly affected by raising a child with an ASD diagnosis due to increased stress from the di...

Implications of Teacher Burnout Related to Being a Special Education Provider , William M Sprouls ABSTRACT The profession of special education instructor has evolved over the years. Special education teachers must often manage lesson plans that make accommodations for all intellectual and disability needs of students. Special education ...

Improving the Perception, Assessment and Diagnosis of Females with Autism , Sydney Anne Steen This literature review examines current biases in perception, assessment, and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for females. Males lead in the number of diagnoses of ASD, however, many of the assessments used to evaluate for ASD a...

A Comparison of Two Approaches Used Within a Multi-tiered System of Supports That Enhance Students' Academic Achievement , Michaella Marie Steinfeldt While students are receiving a high-quality education within the classroom, some students face difficulty performing adequately on assessments. These students typically receive intervention support to assist in increasing their skill defici...

Effective Methods of Teaching Phonological Awareness and Phonics to Individuals With Reading Difficulty , Lydia C. Stevenson Reading struggles have been a constant and pervasive issue for individuals. Reading struggles can be caused by various factors, such as poor reading instruction or, in some cases, a reading disability. Throughout the decades, there have bee...

The Impact of School Climate on Student Achievement , Matthew C Straumann This thesis reviews literature linking school climate and academic achievement. There are 30 sources that were reviewed and examined for this thesis. Three main points were found in this review. The link between school climate and bullying,...

Social emotional learning and its needs and benefits for students with down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, and emotional behavioral disorder , Mariah Kay Uphoff Social Emotional Learning (SEL), the lifetime process of developing skills that enable healthy relationships with others and with the self, has continued to grow in importance as educational programs emphasize more and more the value in edu...

Effective Grading Practices Benefit Mainstreamed Students with Intellectual Disabilities , Jessie M. Wick This study reviews the literature pertaining to grading practices and how grades can affect students with intellectual disabilities who are mainstreamed. It includes research into teacher grading practices, messages that grades reflect and ...

The Impact of Teacher Attrition on Equitable Education for Students from Underserved Communities , Marian Alicia Williams ABSTRACT The current teacher shortage has created a looming crisis in education in the United States that most frequently impacts students from underserved communities. Receiving an equitable education in our country should not be assumed b...

Promoting Inclusion for Students Through Service-Learning , Charlene Marie Winter The following literature review explores how service-learning can be used in an inclusive setting. How can schools use service-learning to promote diverse learning by including students of varying abilities? Studies have shown that service-...

Constructive Influence of Music and Acoustics for Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASF) , William Jay Ziesmer Music is one of the oldest building blocks in human civilization and throughout most of human history. It’s played a crucial role in the education system of many students throughout the United States and across the world. Music can provide ...

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Educator Support and Autonomy: Combating the Loss of Self-Efficacy Influencing Educators' Burnout , Chelsea L. Amell Educator trauma-informed teaching practices in education systems are paving the way for schools to meet the needs of students who have experienced trauma and support students from experiencing secondary trauma. Furthermore, exploring the ef...

Strategies to Teach Grit and Perseverance to Students with Special Needs Through the Growth Mindset , Melissa J. Anderson Recently, there has been increased attention on the importance of non-cognitive skills in achieving academic success. Grit and The Growth Mindset are two of the characteristics. Research has established a positive correlation between Grit a...

How Read Alouds Can Promote Higher-Level Thinking Skills in Students with Developmental Disabilities , Jennifer M. Bakken This thesis consists of a literature review of research in the area of read alouds and how they can promote higher-thinking skills in students with developmental disabilities. Historically, read alouds have been used in early elementary sch...

Classroom Management Strategies That Prolong On-Task Behaviors and Increase Success for Special Education Students with ADHD , Renee A. Barstow Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is one of the most common neurological disorders among youth, leading to symptoms of impulsivity, inattention, and cognitive processing differences when compared to same-age typically developing peer...

Impact of a Student’S Culture on Placement in Special Education , Anna Best IDEA requires that schools address the disproportionate amount of minority students in Special Education. This literature review will summarize current research (2010 or later) on the evidence of disproportionality of minority students in S...

Choosing Educational Strategies to Develop Social Studies Knowledge and Encourage Civic and Political Participation Among Students With Special Education Needs , Marc Louis Biermann This research will address three questions: 1) To what extent do people with disabilities participate in the political process, 2) What do studies reveal about social studies education for students with disabilities, and 3) How can teachers...

Disproportionality in Special Education: A Majority of Minority Students in Special Education , Sharon Hubbard Booth Disproportionality in special education has been discussed, written about among scholars, authors, and has been debated in courts for over four decades. Minority groups that are most often referred to in this context are African Americans, ...

Teachers' Union's Collective Bargaining Agreements and Their Impact on School Functions , Chad Jonas Borseth Teachers' unions have a vital role in public education. The collective bargaining agreements negotiated between them and school districts are viewed by many as the de facto rule book for how a school is organized and how it shall operate. D...

The Most Effective Transition Programming For Middle and High School Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) , Matthew Kjell Brunsvold This thesis is a research project focusing on Transition Services for students with autism spectrum disabilities (ASD). Research was completed regarding evidence-based and effective transition practices. The findings were organized specific...

How to Effectively Support Students with Dyscalculia , Robin M. Conley Dyscalculia is a neurodevelopmental disorder, which makes it difficult for some individuals to automatically recognize numbers, estimate, perceive pictures, and order items and procedures correctly. It is similar to dyslexia, a common comor...

Teaching Through a Polyvagal Lens: Using the Science of Safety to Co-Regulate in the Classroom , Anna Isolde Dahlen According to Stephen Porges’ Polyvagal Theory, social responses to environments are mediated by the limbic system either by vagal input or vagal withdrawal (Mulkey & Du Plessis, 2019). The nervous system preconsciously perceives threats thr...

Evidence-Based Interventions to Address Elopement in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Hailey Noelle Ek Elopement is a concerning behavior among autistic children. This thesis focused on evidence-based strategies and interventions used to treat elopement for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Response blocking occurs immediately after a...

Teacher Shortages and Student Learning , Julia M. Elliott Staffing shortages have been a growing area of concern for school districts, which has driven research over the years. This literature review examined the effects that staffing shortages have on student learning and student achievement. Add...

How Does Trauma Informed Teaching Impact Student Learning? , Keith Enstad This literature review will explore the impact of a trauma-informed approach on students' ability to learn. The reader will learn about key terms and definitions that are used throughout the literature. The following literature review explo...

Inclusion Strategies and Perspectives in Special Education , Meghan Filipek This work drives to discover evidence related to the reasoning for varying perspectives in special education- specifically focusing on negative perspectives and what the reasoning is, and supportive strategies to make the shift to more posi...

Trauma-Informed Practices and Students with Disabilities in Elementary School , Kimberly Jane Haney Trauma-informed practices have become more utilized within the education setting, which has led to the need for teachers to be educated in these practices. Educators need to know how trauma impacts their students and appropriate interventio...

Successful Co-Teaching Models in the Secondary Setting , Alexandra L. Hermoza Co-teaching is an educational practice that emerged in the early 1970’s with the creation of the IDEA act. In this inclusive teaching model, a special education and a general education teacher work together to share responsibilities of the ...

Trauma: How the Student Teacher Relationship Impacts Student Success , Eujeana Starr Hinkle High behavioral and academic expectations are exceptionally challenging for students who have experienced trauma. With increasing numbers of students who have experienced significant trauma, it is essential that teachers create trauma-respo...

The Effects of Trauma on Special Education Students Specifically Within Certain Disability Categories Such As Selective Mutism, Autism, and Other Health Disabilities , David R. Johnston Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) have been shown to have life-long consequences. The trail of trauma often associated with negative childhood experiences can impact students as they go through the developmental stages of adolescents all...

Factors Affecting the Academic Self-Concept of K-12 Students with Reading Disabilities , Jamie L. Kaihoi The way students perceive themselves as learners is referred to as their academic self-concept (ASC). ASC is made up of the thoughts and feelings a student has about their experience in the classroom with learning tasks and research has sho...

The Impact of Trauma on Learning and Behaviors in the Classroom and how a Trauma-Informed Classroom Helps , Susanne W. Karris As trauma is becoming more prevalent among our students, it is essential that districts, schools, and staff understand its impacts in the classroom. The American Psychological Association (2021) estimates that more than ⅔ of children experi...

The Impact of Poverty on High School Graduation Rates , Andrew Lanners Kids living in poverty is an issue that can impact students in many ways, especially educationally. This thesis paper goes in depth on how poverty negatively impacts graduation rates. Students living in poverty can be negatively impacted so...

The Influence of Restorative Practice on School Climate , Kay E. Lister The impact of restorative practices on school climate is affirmed as the fostering of teacher-student relationship impacts connection, empathy, and social skills. Bullying decreased, self-advocacy increased, and school communities became bo...

The Effects of Mindfulness Interventions to Enhance Educational Experiences and Sense of Well Being , Madeline Ruth Luoma More recently than ever, teachers are witnessing an uptick in aggressive behaviors and emotional dysregulation and decreased academic engagement within their classroom walls. This can impact the learning environments of all students and hin...

ASD Social Skills Development Using Immersive Virtual Environment Head-Mounted Display Interventions: A Review of Feasibility and Effectiveness , Kasey Lynn This literature review determined the feasibility and effectiveness of Immersive Virtual Environment (IVE) virtual reality head-mounted display (HMD) interventions to develop social skills for children with ASD. Data summarized 11 research ...

The Female Autism Experience: A Literature Review , Megan Elizabeth Maas Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is characterized by communication challenges, difficulties in socialization, and the occurrence of restrictive, repetitive behaviors. Current data in the United States indicates that 1 in 44 children are diagn...

Teacher Burnout , Michelle L. Miller Every year thousands of teachers across the world leave the classroom due to teacher burnout. Teacher burnout syndrome is the emotional and physical exhaustion originating from excessive job stress. Burnout originates from excessive workloa...

Self-Advocacy and Postsecondary Program Achievement in Students With High-Incidence Disabilities , Alyssa Nelson This literature review examines studies that investigated and evaluated the relationship between self-advocacy and college program completion in postsecondary students with disabilities. Research was reviewed that used school-aged participa...

The Benefits of Co-Teaching Students with Special Education Needs in the General Education Classroom , Stephen R. Nelson This research project has focused on co-teaching students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Co-teaching is synonymous with cooperative teaching and has been increasing in school districts across the United States and int...

The Impact of the Pandemic on Social Emotional Learning , Bryan Kilbourne Norman The COVID-19 pandemic declared in March of 2020 disrupted the landscape of education and presented students and teachers with unforeseen impacts and obstacles. Notably, negative social and emotional issues arose as these changes drove stude...

Facing the Teacher Shortage of America , Cheryl L. Novine With the nationwide shortage of teachers and the decrease in those entering the field of teaching, school districts are suffering the impact and ultimately students will be impacted as well. In one way or another, those impacted by the qual...

The Effects of Poverty on Students' Mental Well-Being , Esther P. Nyagwencha-Nyamweya Poverty is a global problem that has impacted the mental well-being of students. Research shows that in the US, one out of five children under the age of 18 live in poverty. This literature review sought to determine the effects of poverty ...

Best Practices for Elementary Reading Interventions , Kathleen E. Owen Literacy skills are essential for success in school, work, and social life. In spite of years of research and reform, there is still an alarming rate of illiteracy in America today. This literature review, with application emphasis thesis, ...

School-Based Health Centers and Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Students , Jena Parker School-based health centers (SBHCs) improve health equity by increasing access to primary care and eliminating many barriers that underserved students often face. Convenience, confidentiality, and cost are just some of the benefits of this ...

The Role of Inclusion in Creating a Positive Learning Experience and Outcomes for Students with Disabilities , Jacob Rath This paper reviews the current research regarding the inclusion of students with special education services in the general education setting and what steps would be necessary to effectively implement more inclusive approaches in schools tod...

Benefits, Barriers, and Supports in Sports and Activities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities , Stephanie O'Neal Sauer This literature review examines the benefits of inclusion in sports and activities for those with intellectual disabilities, the barriers that exist that inhibit or prohibit the inclusion, and the supports that can be implemented to establi...

Food Waste In Schools , Aimee Beth Schaefer Kueppers This literature review examined the history of the National School Lunch Program from its inception to now. Ongoing questions and concerns related to food waste from school lunches have been explored by many researchers to understand its ef...

How Can Animals Benefit Students with Special Needs in the PreK-12 Academic Setting? , Ruthie L. Schneider Animals and children are often associated together because there is an innate connection between them. That connection is even more compelling concerning children with special needs. In the past few decades studies have increased involving ...

Facilitating augmentative and alternative communication for non-verbal students with developmental disabilities , Michelle (Shelly) L Sieben This literature review with application emphasis examines the history and impact of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) for limited and non-verbal communicators with developmental disabilities. Research targets AAC implementati...

Training and Supporting Paraprofessionals Who Work with Students with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities , Brian P. Solum The roles and responsibilities of paraprofessionals in special education have increased over the years. Just as special education teachers see their caseloads, paperwork, and IEP responsibilities increase, the roles and responsibilities of ...

Educator Burnout Prevention , Anna Sophia Stroebel Burnout is a universal experience that impacts many educators. Within the first five years of teaching, 40% of educators will leave the profession (Mielke, 2019). Teachers of high needs students, including special education teachers, are at...

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Counseling Psychology and Special Education Theses and Dissertations

Theses/dissertations from 2024 2024.

School Psychologist's Tiered Social-Emotional Recommendations in Response to Data Gathered From Social-Emotional Screening , Audrey Anita Andersen

Differences in Presenting Concerns of Anxiety Amongst Students in College Counseling Centers Across The United States , Julia Brim

Effects of Professional Development on Secondary School Teachers’ Self-Efficacy, Knowledge, and Attitudes About ADHD , Rebecca Jeanne Brown

Understanding Student Perceptions of a High School Wellness Center: An Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis Qualitative Study , Devan Audrey Clayton

Factors Surrounding Mental Health Well-Being for Male Adolescent Pacific Islanders , Melia Fonoimoana Garrett

Transition-Based Services and Community Support: Improving Knowledge of Community Resources for Youth with Disabilities in Role Transitions , Ian Christopher Gee

Attitudes, Opinions, and Beliefs of Teachers Toward Dual Immersion Programs in Utah Schools , Amy Lynn Hawks

Teaching Resilience in Pacific Islander Children through Culturally Adapted Stories , Isabel Medina Hull

Identifying Barriers to Sustainability of Dual Language Immersion Programs in Utah Schools , Jennifer Leigh Rowley

Collaboration of Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Special Education Teachers in Transition , Amelia Ruth Spencer

Trauma-Informed Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction to Increase Family Quality of Life for Mothers of Children with Autism: A Pilot Study , Carol May Vaughn

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Religious Commitment, Religious Harm, and Psychological Distress: Course of Treatment Outcomes , Dane Abegg

School Psychologists' Recommendations for Tiered Interventions That Target Social-Emotional Competencies , Brandi Alise Bezzant

Mahu and Native Hawaiian Culture: Experiences of Non-Heteronormativity , Rachel Beth Chapman

Understanding Gender Identification Within Individuals With Autism Using the Bem Sex-Role Inventory , Zackery Alan Cusworth

Mental Health Effects of Applied Mental Health Courses vs. Non-Course Controls on Depressive Symptoms and Psychological Flexibility , Madeline Jane Cope Diopulos

Who is Talking About the Children? A Systematic Literature Review of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Crisis Effects on Children , Angela Marcel Fields

Pivotal Response Treatment to Decrease Challenging Behavior and Increase Functional Communication in Preschool Children With Developmental Delays , Kalie Alexandra Gilmour

Grief in Children With Disabilities and how it is Portrayed in Children's Picture Books , Erjola Gjini

How Female BIPOC Students at a Predominantly White Institution Think About Belonging: A Multiperspective Study , Delirio Juarez

The Effects of a Peer-Mediated Social Skills Intervention on Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder , Shannon Elizabeth McConaghie

The Effectiveness of a Signature Strengths Intervention on Maternal Well-Being Among Mothers of Children with Autism , Tawni Nicole Poole

A Longitudinal Look: How Sleep Impacts Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors in Autism and Social Anxiety , Lindsay Jacalyn Regehr

Invisibility, Confusion, and Adjustment:Exploring the Grief Experience of Grandmothers Supporting their Bereaved Grandchildren , Jordan Robertson

Collaboration Between Special Education Teachers and Board Certified Behavior Analysts , Megan Elizabeth Squires

Barriers and Facilitating Factors of Sleep Assessment/Screening Among School Psychology Practitioners , Tyler Jjay Landon Storey

What Brings BIPOC Preservice Special Educators to the Field of Education? , Charly McAllister Taylor

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Is Teaching Experience a Predictor for School Psychologists' Confidence and Competence in Behavior Intervention Plans? , Misty Dawn Lainé Coplan

Voices From the Field: A Critical Incident Study of Teachers' Perspectives on What Helps and Hinders the Implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans in the Classroom , Emily Anne Cragun

Teaching Social-Emotional Learning to Children With Autism Using Animated Avatar Video Modeling , Emelie Davis

Ethnic-Racial Socialization Experiences of Mexican American Youth , Katherine Donahey

District Leaders' Perception of Multi-Tiered System of Supports Implementation: A Qualitative Study , Julia E. Facer

Females With Autism Traits: A Retrospective Look at Developmental Trajectories , Greer Caroline Willman Finster

Delivering Explicit Math Instruction Through Point-of-View Video Modeling to Elementary Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder , Patsy McCray Gibbs

To What Degree Does Martial Quality Predict Longevity? A Meta-Analysis of Prospective Studies , Rachel E. Jensen

Critical Incidents in Sustaining a Behavior Management Level System With Special Education Students in a Self-Contained School , Stephanie Johnson

A Mixed Method Approach to Understanding Team Members' Perspectives After Receiving Problem-Solving Training and Performance Feedback , Alexander Mark Julian

Needs Assessment of Services Provided in a Rural School District for Students With Autism , Danielle Anne Katterman

Anxiety of Struggling Readers and Excelling Readers During the COVID-19 Pandemic , Chelsey Taylor Lemmon

Exploring the Perceptions of School Teams Implementing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support , Saanya Rajesh Lulla

Comparing the Effects of Online and In-Person Social Skills Training for Adolescents With Autism Using PEERS® , Benjamin Tze Ming Ooi

Autonomic Responses During Animated Avatar Video Modeling Instruction of Social Emotional Learning to Students With ADHD: A Mixed Methods Study , Jesse D. Rhodes

Mental Health and Religious Beliefs About Salvation: Associations and Structural Equation Modeling , Anthony Edward Rose

The Association of Psychotherapist Cultural Humility and Client Experiences and Outcomes in Psychotherapy: A Meta-Analysis , Lisa Michelle Scott

The Effects of Parents' Socialization Goals, Responsiveness, and Psychological Control on Chinese Adolescents' Anxiety , Chunyue Tu

Effects of a High School Yoga Program on Student-Reported Stress, Resilience, and Academic Outcomes , Stephanie Martha Vance

The Role of Social Response to Disclosure in Relgious and Spiritual Coping and Recovery From Sexual Assault , Megan Wolfe

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

An Evaluation of Behavior Intervention Plans: Consideration of the Interventionist and Contextual Fit , Carly Parkinson Atchley

Effects of Parent-Implemented Interventions on Outcomes for Children With Autism: A Meta-Analysis , Wai Man Cheng

Mentor Modeling Mismatch: Power Dynamics in Cooperating Teacher's Modeling for Preservice Teachers , Morgan Christensen

Humor Production and Coping on Distress and Help-Seeking Attitudes Among Polynesian Americans , Augusto D. Gancinia II

PTSD Symptoms Among Parents and Service Providers of Individuals With Significant Disabilities , Bruna Fusco Gonçalves

Discussion Guide for using Data from the Student Risk Screening Scale - Internalizing and Externalizing: A Qualitative Study , Justina Grubb

A Qualitative Analysis of Incidents That Lead to High Quality Implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans From the Perspective of School Psychologists , Leah Hardy

Secularism: A Measure of Explicit Agreement With Assumptions of Secularism (MEAAS) , Conner Douglas Jones

Reframing Past Bullying Experiences Through the Lens of Harry Potter , Haeeun Lee

Fathers as Stay-at-Home Dads: Fathers' and Mothers' Perspectives on Children's School Experiences , Taylor Hubbert Michelsen

Creating Community for Parents: Faith, Trauma, and Online Talk , Erica Ellsworth Miller

Racial Discrimination and the Indirect Effects of Forgiveness on Well-Being Among Emerging Polynesian Americans , Emily E. Tanner

Grace, Legalism, and Life Outlook in LDS Students , Justin Brent Top

Rural Special Educators Teaching Reading: A Case Study , Sheryl Vernon

Stakeholders' Perceptions of Available Services in a Rural Community to Effectively Educate Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder , Candice Walker

Very Young Child Survivors of Parent Suicide: Perspectives on Children's Literature for Bibliotherapy , Cortland L. Watson

Perceptions of Special Education Services Delivered Through Online Learning Environments During COVID-19 , Alex W. Wheatley

Parent Perceptions of Literacy Development for Females Later Diagnosed With Autism Spectrum Disorder , Christine Marie Yaccarino

Psychometric Investigation of the Attachment to God Inventory and its Implications for the Psychology of Religion and Spirituality , Justin Paul Zamora

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Sexual Abuse Prevention for Adolescents with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Parent Perceptions and Program Effectiveness , Katie Lyn Barton

Youth and Staff Perceptions of Modifications Made When Implementing Strong Teens in a Residential Treatment Center , Melissa Rae Bennion

Identifying, Increasing Awareness, and Supporting Military-Connected Adolescents in Public Schools , Amanda Bushman

Retaining School Psychologists: The Role of District Level Administrative Supervisors , Rachel Ruth Butler

Individual Experience, Individualized Help: A Case Study of Three Siblings Whose Father Died by Suicide , Caitlin Cotten

Effects of Performance Feedback on the Technical Adequacy of Behavior Intervention Plans , Rebecca M. Cramer

Success Off The Field: Academic Strategies of High-GPA College Athletes , Ashlynn Erbe

Perceived Benefit of a Special Education Multicultural Class , Hyesuhn Jeanna Evans

Do Patterns of Distress Vary in First-Generation College Students Seeking Psychotherapy? , Candice Gonsalves

An Evidence-based Evaluation of Behavior Management Practices Among Paraprofessionals , Jordan Mark Goodman

The Effects of Telehealth Training on Parents of Children with Autism in Albania , Freskida Griffiths

Interventions and Supports to Ameliorate Math Anxiety in K-12 Schools: A Meta-Analysis of Experimental Group Design Research , Madeline Rose Hardy

An In-Depth Exploration of Clinical Patterns Within Spiritually Integrated Therapy , Russell Neilend Jackson

Forgiveness and Gratitude as Mediators of Religious Commitment and Well-Being Among Polynesian Americans , Davis Kealanohea Kane

Moderation and Mediation Analysis of Religious Commitment, Positive Personality Traits, Ethnic Identity, and Well-Being Among Polynesian Americans , Davis Kealanohea Kane

Coming Out of the Shadows: Understanding Autism in Korean Culture , Yoojin Kim

Stack the Deck: A Self-Monitoring Intervention for Adolescents with Autism for Balancing Participation Levels in Groups , Lauren Elizabeth Lees

Precision Request for Noncompliance in Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders: Examination of the Interventionist , Collette Merrill

Columbine and the Myth of the Juvenile Superpredator , Christopher M. Mosqueda

Social-Emotional Learning in High School: A Mixed-Methods Evaluation of the Strong Teens Program , Oscar Olaya

A Test of the WhyTry Program on Youth Resilience , Travis Guy Price

What are Stakeholders' Perceptions of Rural School District Needs to Effectively Educate Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Kari Lyn Pugh

General Education Teachers' Self-Reported Response to Overt Student Problem Behavior in the Classroom , Ingrid Lewis Shurtleff

Understanding the Administrative Role fo School Psychology District Leaders , Alivia Nicole Smith

iMath - Using Video Modeling Via iPads to Teach Mathematics Skills to Struggling Students , Melissa Steinberg

Assessing the Validity of the Trauma Inventory for Partners of Sex Addicts (TIPSA) , Heidi A Vogeler

Bullying in the Wizarding World: Victim, Peer, and Adult Responses in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone , Casey John Winters

Inclusive Teaching in Faith Communities: Examining the Effects of Brief Video Trainings on Planning Inclusive Teaching for Individuals with Disabilities , Mary Margaret Woodruff

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Emotional and Behavioral Disorders Screening in Utah Schools , Oakley Dean Banks

Jumping Ahead of the Wait List: Pyramidal Parent Training , Rebecca Marie Barton

A Systematic Review of Interventions for Implementation Fidelity for Academic Interventions , Emily Morgan Beecher

The Effect of the Precision Request on Compliance in an Elementary Classroom for Students with Emotional Behavior Disorders , Marcie Carol Calder

The Use of Antecedent-Based Interventions to Increase Compliance Related to Physical Activity in Children with Down Syndrome , Kaylee Nicol Christensen

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Theses and Dissertations--Early Childhood, Special Education, and Counselor Education

The Theses and Dissertations--Early Childhood, Special Education, and Counselor Education collection is formerly known as the Theses and Dissertations--Early Childhood, Special Education, and Rehabilitation Counseling collection.

Theses/Dissertations from 2024 2024

How Important is Parental Involvement and Engagement in Preschool , Emilee M. Dixon

USING NATURALISTIC LANGUAGE INTERVENTIONS TO INCREASE EXPRESSIVE COMMUNICATION OF AAC USERS WITH AUTISM , Kacey Eaton

Effect of Video Modeling and Teacher Praise on Turn-taking Behavior of Preschoolers in an Inclusive Setting , Happiness Efeturi

PIXELS OR PEOPLE: A COMPARISON OF THE DIFFERENITAL EFFECTS OF ANIMATED AND HUMAN VIDEO MODELS ON EXERCISE BEHAVIORS FOR HGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY , Jade Alexis Fulkerson

CHILD LANGUAGE AND HAPPINESS BEHAVIORS: EVALUATING THE EFFECTS OF CAREGIVER COACHING , Ashlen Grubbs

Evaluating a Rapid Coaching Intervention Delivered Remotely: Teaching Naturalistic Language Strategies to a Parent of Child with Down Syndrome , Pallie Gullett

Training Paraprofessionals In The Implementation Of Aided Language Modeling With Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities And CCN , Julianne Hill

COMPARISON OF VIDEO MODELING AND IN-VIVO LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION IN PRESCHOOL , Jessah Marlee Hughes

SUPPORTING CHILDREN’S EATING BEHAVIOR IN A PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM , Olajumoke Leshi

Group vs. Individual Video Modeling for Acquisition of Pilates for Individuals with Disabilities , Brittany Rounce

BUILDING INDEPENDENCE THROUGH STRUCTURED WORK SYSTEMS FOR STUDENTS WITH MODERATE TO SEVERE DISABILITIES , Maggie Smith

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

EFFECTS OF VIDEO MODELING WITH VOICE-OVER NARRATION VERSUS NO VOICE-OVER NARRATION , Kennedy Carpenter

EVALUATING THE DIFFERENTIAL EFFECTS OF USING A TECHNOLOGY-BASED ANTECEDENT INTERVENTION IN COMPARISON TO A TECHNOLOGY-BASED TREATMENT PACKAGE , Rachel Fosnaught

ESTABLISHING SELF-INSTRUCTION SKILLS BY TEACHING MANDS FOR INFORMATIONAL INQUIRIES WITH INTELLIGENT VOICE ASSISTANTS USING PROGRESSIVE TIME DELAY , Taylor Rae Kelley

Comparing the Efficacy of Interventions Derived from Concurrent Operant Analysis and Indirect Assessment , Lane Marquardt

Comparing Indirect Assessment Results to a Direct Function Focused Preference Assessment to Identify Potential Reinforcers to Increase Task Completion in a School Setting , Kailee Joy Matthews

Self-Advocacy Training for Students with Complex Communication Needs using Time Delay and Generative Learning , Alexis Rai Patterson

ASYNCHRONOUS E-TRAINING AND COACHING TO INDONESIAN PARENTS: NATURALISTIC STRATEGIES TO SUPPORT LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN WITH SOCIAL-COMMUNICATION DELAYS , Ndaru Prapti

EVALUATING A RAPID COACHING INTERVENTION THAT INCLUDES INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION: TEACHING A PARENT NATURALISTIC STRATEGIES , Lauren Reiss

Effects of Peer Training on the Use of Aided Language Modeling and AAC User Communicative Acts , Shelby Smith Sheets

DISABILITY LABEL AND LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENTS: GENERAL ELEMENTARY EDUCATION TEACHERS’ EXPERIENCES AND PERCEPTIONS , Sara Sheffler

A Comparative Analysis of Applied Behavior Analysis and the Montessori Method , Emily Webb

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Coaching and Training Paraprofessionals to Implement Communication Strategies in the Classroom with Students with Disabilities , Andrea Grace Antoniewicz

Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Using a Rapid Coaching Intervention to Teach Parents Naturalistic Strategies to Teach Communication , Rose Campbell

HOW DO PARENTS OF TYPICALLY DEVELOPING CHILDREN PERCEIVE AND INTERACT WITH CHILDREN WITH EXCEPTIONALITIES? , Zurisaday N. Decker

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• A Comparison of Instructive Feedback During High and Low Demand Contexts On Intraverbals For Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder  Zemantic, Patricia ( University of Oregon , 2019-09-18 ) An adapted alternating treatments design was used to evaluate the effect of context on the acquisition of intraverbals for three young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) when utilizing instructive feedback (IF). ...
• A Delphi Survey on the Implementation of Trauma-Informed Care Techniques for Autistic Children  McCafferty, Kali ( University of Oregon , 2022-10-04 ) Autistic youth and youth with intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) are at an increased risk of experiencing potentially traumatic events. As such, they may benefit from extra support across service providers; ...
• A Phenomenological Inquiry Into Culture Based, Community Driven Adaptable Interventions for Native American Youth  Blue, Tracy ( University of Oregon , 2022-10-04 ) Abstract Native American communities work to preserve and enhance traditional culture in urban and rural environments through an emphasis on strengthening sovereignty and self-determination in order to protect and promote ...
• A Phenomenological Study of Transgender Youth With Disabilities High School Experiences  Ingram, Angela ( University of Oregon , 2019-01-11 ) The purpose of this study was to gain an in-depth understanding of the lived experiences of transgender youth with disabilties in high school. Utilizing in-depth phenomenological interviews and photography, this study ...
• A Preliminary Study on the Effects of Behavioral Mimicry on Drinking Behaviors in Older Adult Populations  Nam, Susie ( University of Oregon , 2017-09-06 ) Malnutrition and dehydration are prevalent health risks among older adults in skilled nursing facilities, particularly among those with cognitive impairments. Existing behavioral interventions do not consider social aspects ...
• A Regression Tree Analysis of Factors Impacting Student-Teacher Relationship Quality for Children with Developmental Delay  Cohenour, Jessica ( University of Oregon , 2019-09-18 ) Student-teacher relationships (STRs) link to healthy development across behavioral, social, and emotional domains and promote healthy adjustment to educational environments and healthy attachments to educators. Previous ...
• A Single Case Experimental Design Investigating Collaborative Interpersonal Strategy Building with Audio Reflection (CISBAR) for Improving Social Communication after Acquired Brain Injury  Iwashita, Heidi ( University of Oregon , 2022-10-04 ) Four adults with a history of acquired brain injury (ABI) participated in an intervention study via Zoom with their everyday communication partners. This was the first trial of a new intervention, Collaborative Interpersonal ...
• Adapting and Validating a Parent-Completed Assessment: A Cross-Cultural Study of the Ages & Stages Questionnaires: INVENTORY in China and the United States  Xie, Huichao ( University of Oregon , 2016-11-21 ) The Chinese government has announced the 2013 Guidelines for developing a national system for early detection of disability among children under 6 years of age. However, given limited resources, challenges exist with ...
• Adaptive Behavior, Autism Symptom Severity, and Caregiver Depression in Families with Young Children with Autism  Golya, Nandita ( University of Oregon , 2014-10-17 ) Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) represent a heterogeneous population, with wide variability in adaptive behavior. Understanding sources of variability in adaptive behavior in children with ASD has important ...
• Adverse Childhood Experiences and Parental Warmth: A Mixed Methods Analysis of Adversity and Parenting Behavior With a Community Sample of Mothers  Fisher, Stephanie ( University of Oregon , 2024-01-09 ) Parenting is an important and complex experience that drives a child’s healthy development and well-being as an adult. Parenting has strong implications for child outcomes, and the link between a history of adversity and ...
• An Argument-Based Approach to Early Literacy Curriculum-Based Measure Validation Within Multi-Tiered Systems of Support in Reading: Does Instructional Effectiveness Matter?  Suhr, Marissa ( University of Oregon , 2021-09-13 ) Early literacy curriculum-based measures (CBMs) are widely used as universal screeners within multi-tiered systems of support in reading (MTSS-R) for (1) evaluating the overall effectiveness of the reading system and (2) ...
• An Examination of Factors Impacting Executive Functioning in Children with Developmental Delays  Barton, Hannah ( University of Oregon , 2021-09-13 ) Executive functioning abilities have been associated with important behaviors such as adaptive skills and cognitive abilities in children with and without disabilities. Executive functioning has primarily been measured as ...
• An Examination of the Oregon Kindergarten Assessment  Wilson, Allison ( University of Oregon , 2015-08-18 ) A surge of interest has emerged across the US in high-quality early childhood education programs that prepare children for success in school and later years. In particular, attention has been focused on the kindergarten ...
• An Experimental and Descriptive Analysis of a Multilevel Consultation Model to Support Paraprofessionals in Implementing Behavioral Interventions in an Early Childhood Special Education Setting  Mahon, Jake ( University of Oregon , 2018-09-06 ) Paraprofessionals spend the most time with the neediest students, but receive the least amount of training and support. All target students in the study had developmental disabilities, were between the ages of three and ...
• An Exploratory Approach to Understanding Opioid Treatment of Mothers  Storie, Sloan ( University of Oregon , 2019-09-18 ) A strength-based approach was used to explore how mothers with opioid use disorder have overcome barriers to access supports and services within the community. To understand this issue, an exploratory qualitative study ...
• An analysis of a secondary level intervention for high school students at risk of school failure: The High School Behavior Education Program  Swain-Bradway, Jessica L., 1976- ( University of Oregon , 2009-06 ) The High School Behavior Education Program (HS-BEP) is a secondary level intervention for high school "at risk" students that provides both academic and social supports. Students participating in the HS-BEP attend a 45-minute ...
• An Analysis of the Effects of Using Direct Measures in a Competency Based Professional Education Program: An Example in Nursing  Dean, Diana Hill ( University of Oregon , 1973-08 ) The purpose of this study is to demonstrate the serial relationship between behavioral criteria (competencies) and the measured evidence of the application of the competencies by the learner. Specifically, our task is ...
• Associations Among Maternal Distress, Parenting Behaviors, And Child Self-Regulation In Latina Mother-Child Dyads: Exploring The Role Of Cultural Factors  Onofrietti Magrassi, Antonella ( University of Oregon , 2024-01-09 ) There is extensive evidence on the negative effects of maternal depression and parenting stress on child development. Specifically, there is a robust body of literature suggesting that depression and stress decrease maternal ...
• Associations Between Caregiver Depression and Social Support Among Diverse Caregivers of Children with Developmental Delay and Autism  Taiwo, Abiola ( University of Oregon , 2024-01-09 ) Caregivers of children with developmental delay (DD) or disabilities are at a higher risk of developing mental health problems like depression when compared to caregivers of children who are typically developing. Several ...
• Bilingual Language Proficiency, History, and Word Recognition  Murthi, Kavya ( University of Oregon , 2022-10-04 ) Measurements of language proficiency (accuracy, reaction time) on a lexical decision task were compared and their association with self-rated proficiency, age of acquisition, and speed of word recognition were examined. ...

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Clinician Perspectives on Fistula Mental Health , Victoria K. Leonard

Dissertations from 2024 2024

AN EXPLORATION OF ADULT CHILDREN’S ATTACHMENT TO THEIR PARENTS ACROSS TWO CULTURAL GROUPS: INDIANS IN INDIA AND INDIANS WHO IMMIGRATED TO THE UNITED STATES , Vilasini Meenakshi Arun

Understanding Mental Health Provider's Experiences of Burnout, Vicarious Trauma, and Vicarious Resilience from the provider perspective , Lauren Beheler-Romero

Evaluating the Client Base and Housing Outcomes of a Community Based Organization Serving Unhoused Adults , Emi Caprio

Emergent Themes In Identity Development For Transracial Adoptees: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis , Andrew G. Cecil

RESILIENT AF: UNDERSTANDING THE LIVED EXPERIENCES OF WOMEN OF COLOR PSYCHOLOGISTS IN FORENSIC MENTAL HEALTH SETTINGS , Carisse A. Cronquist

Exploring the Development of Intercultural Competence within EFL Teachers in Thailand , Chelsea Cullen-Tran

HELP SEEKING EXPERIENCES OF ASIAN AMERICAN PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER , Mellanie Kristelle Roxas De Guzman

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF MIND MAPS AS AN INSTRUCTIONAL APPROACH FOR DEVELOPING CRITICAL-THINKING SKILLS AND DISPOSITIONS: A META-ANALYSIS , Carmen De Jesus

The Effects of Online Mind Mapping on the Cognitive Outcomes of Students and Their Perceptions in the Collaborative Prewriting Stage , Yen Thanh Hai Duong

Creating whole inclusive worlds: The impact of social media usage on Black gender expansive millennials’ experiences of social support and identity development processes , Meredith J. Holmes

FOR THE LOVE OF BLACK CHILDREN: TOWARDS BLACK LIBERATORY EDUCATIONAL SUBVERSION , Tamra Gertrude Jenkins

The Transition from In Person Sessions to Telemental Health Sessions for College Counseling Center Counselors , Katherine L. Karimian

An Exploration of the Contributions of Parenting Styles and Peer Relationships on the Emotional Expression of Second-Generation Indian-Americans , Smitha M. Kashi

FROM CREAMY CRACK TO LOCS: THE OPPRESSION AND LIBERATION OF BLACK WOMEN EDUCATORS THROUGH BLACK HAIR IDENTITY , Eghosa Obaizamomwan-Hamilton

THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN UNCERTAINTY, REPRODUCTIVE DISTRESS, AND AVOIDANCE IN ASSIGNED FEMALE AT BIRTH ADOLESCENT AND YOUNG ADULT (AYA-F) CANCER SURVIVORS , Devon Ann Pons

The Relationship Between Situated Reading Motivation and Perception of the Learning Environment for Adolescent Students , Travis VanderVelden

Examining Community-Based ESOL Teachers’ and Tutors’ Conceptualization of Culturally Responsive Teaching , Lynne S. Von Glahn

EXPLORING THE EXPERIENCES OF CHINESE HERITAGE LANGUAGE LEARNERS IN CALIFORNIA PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS: A MIXED METHODS STUDY , Min Chuan Jasmine Wang

Dissertations from 2023 2023

STUDENTS AS CO-RESEARCHERS: USING PARTICIPATORY ACTION RESEARCH TO ADDRESS COLLEGE FOOD INSECURITY , Rachel Brand

WE ARE STILL PLAYING: A META-ANALYSIS OF GAME-BASED LEARNING IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION , Thomas Conmy

MOVING BETWEEN ENTITLEMENT AND CO-CONSPIRACY: A STUDY OF HOW SUPPORT, SKILLS, AND COMMUNITY CAN ADVANCE ANTI-RACISM EFFORTS OF WHITE PARENTS , Karin Marianne Cotterman

WHITE WOMANHOOD: FINDING OPPOSITIONAL EPISTEMOLOGIES AND COMMUNITY AT THE INTERSECTION OF WHITENESS AND WOMANHOOD , Hannah Joy Fischer

Understanding Filipino Wellness: Investigating the Effects of Colonial Mentality and Enculturation , Juliene Grace P. Fresnedi

A Qualitative Study of Ableism on the Postsecondary Campus , George Stuart Fuller

Alleviating Mathematics Anxiety For Middle School Students Using A Combined Intervention Approach Versus Only Using The Cognitive Intervention Approach For Increasing Mathematical Achievement: A Comparative Study , Patricia Anna Garcia

Parent-Child Conversations about Body Safety and Consent , Natasha Gerber

Experiences of Black American Millennials: A Qualitative Study of Internalized and Externalized Coping in the Face of Racial Trauma , Natalia Angelique Giles

The Mental Health of First-Generation College Students of Color , Devin Hallquist

Identity Formation and Role Expansion for Nurse Practitioner Residency Preceptors: A Qualitative Thematic Analysis , Angel Chen Kuo

Understanding the Lived Experiences of Ethnic-Racial Minority Former Foster Youth Who Identify as Queer , Cristian A. Lemus

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INTERVENTIONS TO INCREASE ANTIRETROVIRAL THERAPY (ART) ADHERENCE AMONG LATINX MEN WHO HAVE SEX WITH MEN (MSM) WITH HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS (HIV) IN THE UNITED STATES: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW , Everardo Leon

Mental Health and Experiences of Pregnancy Among Black Women and Birthing People with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) , Madeleine E. Marcus

EARLY DIAGNOSIS METHODS FOR AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW , Megan Denise McCarthy

The Association between Psychotic Symptoms and Romantic Relationship Quality among Young Adult Ethnic Minorites , Tashagaye T. McKenzie

META-ANALYSIS OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PROJECT-BASED LEARNING APPROACH ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN HIGHER EDUCATION WORLDWIDE , Ziyu Meng

A Case Study of a School-Supported Extracurricular Activity's Influence on STEM Identity and Interest for Females , Letta Meyer

African American Women Make Meaning of Historical Trauma , Deidre A. MILLER

THE GRINDR COMPLEX: THE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH IMPACT OF SEXUAL RACISM ON LATINX MEN WHO HAVE SEX WITH MEN , Luisalfredo Plascencia

Working with Other Immigrants Brings the Parts That I Lost Back To Me: The Experiences of Latin American Immigrant Therapists Working with Latin American Immigrant Populations , Elizabeth P. Rivera

DECOLONIZING MENTAL HEALTH THROUGH HE/A/R/TOGRAPHY: CORAZONAR, SENTIPENSAR Y SENTISABER , Patricia Rojas-Zambrano

The Effects of Acculturation, Marianismo, and Religiosity on Pregnancy Related Anxiety in Latina Women , Jennifer M. Zanoli

Dissertations from 2022 2022

A Collaborative Autoethnography: Your Passport to Immigrant Women of Color Leader's Stories of Identity Exploration and Leadership Barriers and Possibilities , Fraylanie Adan Aglipay

RECLAIMING OUR HUMANITY: REDEMPTION, REIMAGINING, AND RESTORYING OF THE FOUNDATIONS FOR SUCCESS OF FORMERLY INCARCERATED AFRICAN AMERICAN MALES , Robert Mossi Alexander III

Fifty Years of Underrepresented Student Advocacy at One Jesuit Secondary School , Sonya Cotero Arriola

Voces of Little Michoacan: A Collective Narrative of Resistance and Preservation of Home , Ana Angel Avendaño

CLINICIANS' PERSPECTIVES ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF TRAUMA - FOCUSED COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY WITH AFRICAN AMERICAN CHILDREN: A QUALITATIVE STUDY , Jada Carter

The Use of Simulation with the School of Nursing and Health Professions (SONHP) Prelicensure Students to Support Affirming Practice with Transgender Communities , Genevieve Charbonneau

Understanding the perspectives, practices, and expectations of Korean American parents toward the heritage language education of their children , Yunhee Choi

The Association between Physical Pain, Depression, Anxiety, and Nervios among Latinx Agricultural Workers , Iveth Cuellar Celallos

Incorporating Andragogy and Cognitive Theory Of Multimedia Learning Into Self-Paced Training and Development Programs , Shanshan Gao

An Exploration of Learning-At-Home Experiences Among Families and Children of Color Labeled with Disabilities During COVID-19: A Narrative Inquiry , Nam Ju Han

"What’s Race Got To Do With It?”: A Virtual Participatory Action Research Study of Community College Students Exploring Intersectionality In Queer Studies , Breana Hansen

"MY BODY GOES NUMB A LOT OF THE TIME": EXAMINING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT-ATHLETE EXPERIENCES USING YOUTH PARTICIPATORY ACTION RESEARCH AND EMBODIED CULTURALLY RELEVANT PEDAGOGY , Gabriela Elizabeth Holmes

TOWARDS CHARISM IDENTITY: A CATHOLIC IDENTITY CASE STUDY THROUGH THE LENS OF LAUDATO SI’ , Kristofer Ross Koller

Teaching Solidarity: Popular Education in Grassroots U.S. Social Movements , Tenaya Summers Lafore

The Effects of Curriculum-Integrated Explicit Learning Strategy Instruction on Reading Comprehension for English as a Second Language (ESL) Learners at the Community College , Sylvia Chaiyeon Lee

Genocide in East Turkestan: Exploring the Perspectives of Uyghurs in the Diaspora and their Resistance to Chinese State Violence , Lina Semyonovna Lenberg

Mediating Language Fluency Development: An Action Research Study In A High-School AP Chinese Second-or-Foreign-Language Task-Based Language Teaching Classroom , Jing Liang

EFFORTS TO CREATE A TRAUMA-INFORMED CLASSROOM IN HIGHER EDUCATION: INSIGHTS FROM MEMBERS OF A COMMUNITY COLLEGE TRAUMA-INFORMED TEACHING GROUP , Danyelle Marshall

Women in Senior Leadership Roles Career Mobility, Challenges, Success Stories and Need for Future Research , Giselle Flores Martin

Impact of COVID-19 on New Teacher Retention and Perceived Supports in a Northern California Public School District , Rebecka Maxkenzie

African American Female Identified Therapists' Experiences Working Culturally Similar and Dissimilar Populations , Kimiko J. May

EXPLORING LATINX PARENTS’ EXPERIENCES WITH SPECIAL EDUCATION: DEVELOPING A COMMUNITY-BASED WORKSHOP TO EMPOWER LATINX PARENTS OF CHILDREN IN SPECIAL EDUCATION , Gabriela Alejandra Perez

BLACK MOTHERING IN THE BAY AREA WHILE UNSEEN AND UNHEARD: NAVIGATING BLACK MOTHERING IN THE MIDST OF A PANDEMIC & SOCIAL UNREST , Kassie Michelle Phillips

Feminist Catholic Organizational Identity: A Phenomenological Study of Charism in the Lay Educator of a Notre Dame de Namur Learning Community , Kathleen Barrera Quiazon

Effects of Teaching Argument to First-Year Community-College Students Using a Structural and Dialectical Approach , Sharon Radcliff

¿TÚ QUÉ SABES?: LATINA DOCTORAL WOMEN DISRUPTING AND RESISTING DOMINANT KNOWLEDGE , Sendy Ramos Madsen

HEARING IMPAIRED AND LEADERSHIP: STRUGGLES OF INDIVIDUALS WITH HEARING LOSS IN THE WORKPLACE , John Cleese Relihan

Cuentos Criollos: Colombian Internally Displaced Families as Knowledge Producers , Liliana Salazar de Deck

An Exploration of Higher Educational Experiences For Mixed Blood American Indian Males in the Santa Clara Valley , Edward Salcedo

APPLICATION OF THE EPISTEMOLOGIES OF THE SOUTH TO ADDRESS THE ECOLOGICAL CRISIS: A NARRATIVE CASE STUDY OF BURKINA FASO AND THE LEADER YACOUBA SAWADOGO , Barwendé Médard Sané

The Relationship Between Metacognitive Strategies and Listening Comprehension Proficiency in Intensive-Korean-Foreign-Language Setting , Gumok Seo

The Collegiate Black Space: Black College Students’ Use of New Counter-Spaces for Support, Knowledge Production, and Organizing for Activism , Heather Streets

The Impact of #MeToo on Reasons for Sexual Assault Disclosure , Cheryl H. Tien

Developing Queer Faith: Exploring Experiences of Cognitive Dissonance and Identity Integration For LGBQ Catholics Individuals , Kendal M. Vaarwerk

Using Peer Review to Improve English as a Second Language College Students' Writing Scores , Mengjie Wei

Dissertations from 2021 2021

The Effect of Teaching and Learning Vocabulary in Lexical Chunks on the Listening Comprehension of Adult Learners of Arabic , Bassam Al-Maqtari

Exploring Student Engagement for Diverse Student Populations: A Case Study Examining Institutional Logics of Student Affairs Middle Management Leaders , Frangelo Rominque Ayran

Employment Discrimination: An Efficacy Study of African American Inequities in the California Utility Sector , Victor Baker

Mental Health Outcomes of Various Types of Fear Among University Students who have an Undocumented Legal Status During the Donald Trump Presidency , Liliana Campos

Experiences of UC Santa Barbara female alumni exposed to a gender-based mass shooting , Erin G. Carpenter

Effects of the Concept-Mapping Method on International Students' Academic Performance and Perceptions , Yinghung Natalie Chiang

Majority to Minority Shift: Experiences for American Born Chinese College Students from Predominant Chinese American Communities to Predominantly White Institutions , Joseph C. Chung

The Role of Community Building in Second Language Acquisition in the Mainstream Classroom , Alejandro Clemente Fernandez

The Effectiveness of Using Multimedia for Teaching Phrasal Verbs in Community-College ESL Classes , Guohua Fu

Replanting a Wild Seed: Black Women School Leaders Subverting Ideological Lynching , Whitneé Louise Garrett-Walker

The Significance of Jesuit Educational Institution in the Reconstruction of Postcolonial and Post-Conflict East Timor , Plinio do Rosario Gusmao dosReis Martins

Effects of Static and Dynamic Visuals on the Learning of Science Concepts in the Secondary-School Classroom , Theodore Johnson

Impact of Moral Injury for Ethnic/Racial Minority Male Veterans , Kristopher Kern

Dysconscious Racism and Racial Microaggressions in the Public School System , Ryan Lee

Stigma and Social-Emotional Health in Youth with Learning Differences , Kelsey Maki

Provider Perspectives: Working with the Male Lifer Reentry Population , Laura R. Marker Dr.

Women Who Lead: A Feminist Phenomenology of Crisis Leadership in Higher Education , Ingrid Helene McVanner

The Use of Mindfulness Meditation to Increase the Efficacy of Mirror Visual Feedback for Reducing Phantom Limb Pain in Amputees , Nicolas Sebastian Mills

A Minority Within a Minority: Exploring Identity Development in Relation to Mental Health Outcomes Within the Black Deaf Community , Nekolas Milton

Community Based Participatory Research Informed Manualization and Piloting of E-Training of a Modified Dialectical Behavior Therapy Intervention , Annika M. Miyamoto

Early Childhood Special Education Teachers’ Attitudes Toward Inclusion: A Qualitative Study on a School’s Transition From Segregated Classrooms to More Inclusion Classrooms , Shally Moua

The Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm as a Critical Theoretical Framework to Enhance Teachers' Professional Identity in Diverse Context , Lourdu Sunder Reddy Mummadi

Patient Reported Outcomes in Sickle Cell Disease Examined Within a Conceptual Model , Swapandeep Mushiana; Marsha Treadwell PhD; Sherif M. Badawy MD, MS; Liliana Preiss PhD; Allison King MD MPH PhD; Barbara Kroner PhD; Yumie Chen BS; Jeffrey Glassberg; Victor Gordeuk MD; Nirmish Shah MD; Angie Snyder Phd MPH; and Theodore Wun MD

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Dialogic Reading as an Intervention for Developing Reading Comprehension Skills in Early-Literacy School-age Children with Disabilities , Kristi Burnette

Using Graphic Novels to Improve Reading Comprehension in Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder , Rachel Denney

The Effects of Text-Based Gaming on Reading Comprehension for Students with Intellectual Disability , Faith Ihrig

Using Cultural Contextual Story-Based Lessons to Teach Emergent Literacy Skills , Elizabeth Smith

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

The Effects of Schema-Based Instruction on Students At Risk for or with Learning Disabilities , Molly Daniels

Using the RAAP Strategy to Promote Communication Skills for Students with Multiple Disabilities , Hannah Millard

Using Peer-models and AAC to Increase Expressive Vocabulary in Preschool Children with Developmental Delays , Jazmine Wiles

The Effect of Constant Time Delay and Sentence Frames on Correct Word Selection for Sentences Constructed Using Technology-Aided Instruction During a Story-Based Lesson , Thai Williams

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Teaching Decoding Through Constant Time Delay to Students with Severe Disabilities and Verbal Difficulties , Julia Dean

A Survey of Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers on Training and Knowledge of State Anti-Bullying Laws and Policies Related to Students With Disabilities , Molly Henry

Using Standing Desks on Students with ADHD to Determine Its Effects on Task Engagement in the Classroom , Caitlin Paolucci

Using Self-Monitoring and Positive Reinforcement to Increase On-Task Behavior and Independence. , Jon Scott

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Effects of an Electronic Visual Activity Schedule on Independence for a Student with Severe Disability , Ashwag Alghamdi

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Use of a Daily Behavior Report Card and Response Dependent Fading to Increase and Maintain Academic Engagement in an Elementary Student with Developmental Delay , Ziyad Alrumayh

Self-Monitoring to Increase On-Task Behavior Using the MotivAider® , Connie Summey

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Effects of the MotivAider and Self-Monitoring to Increase On-Task Behavior for Students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder , Naif Almutairi

Impact of a Technology Based Intervention Package on the Inappropriate Behavior of a Child with Severe Disability , Amani Alshehri

A Systematic Replication of a Survey of School Administrators’ and Teachers’ Views Of Discipline Referrals for Students With and Without Disabilities , Amanda Burton

Proloquo2Go or SwiftKey Symbols: Which Leads to Better Acquisition of Targeted Phrases for a Student with Intellectual Disability and Articulation Concerns? , Dana M. Guinn

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

The Effect of an iPad Application with Systematic Instruction on ELA Related Skills for High School Students with Significant Disabilities , Andrew C. Baxter

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Effects of a Software Program vs. Constant Time Delay in the Acquisition of Sight Words for a Student with Significant Disabilities , Turkie Ali Algharbie

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University : University of Pennsylvania Faculty : History Author : Suchait Kahlon Award : 2021 Hilary Conroy Prize for Best Honors Thesis in World History Title : “Abolition, Africans, and Abstraction: the Influence of the “Noble Savage” on British and French Antislavery Thought, 1787-1807”

University : Columbia University Faculty : History Author : Julien Saint Reiman Award : 2018 Charles A. Beard Senior Thesis Prize Title : “A Starving Man Helping Another Starving Man”: UNRRA, India, and the Genesis of Global Relief, 1943-1947

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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education

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A graduate degree in special education is ideal for people who have compassion and a desire to help those with special needs. A graduate degree places the student in leadership and decision-making roles. An undergraduate degree in education or a similar field is required for the special education program.

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Students that wish to pursue their M.S. in Special Education have 4 options. 

»  Special Education Program Handbook

• Professional Licensing

Completion of the program will make you eligible to sit for the Standard Instructional Certificate  with Exceptional Child endorsement.

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Visit the  Financial Aid office  for available scholarships.

• Hands-On Learning

Students in the special education program have many opportunities for hands-on training in the Center on Disabilities and Human Development . About 20 students are enrolled in the program each year. The small size allows them to form strong interpersonal bonds with faculty as well as one another.

You will also have opportunities to participate in interdepartmental studies, become involved in community-based programs and network with professionals in special education and other disciplines.

• Internships

Upon completion of your coursework, you will be required to take certification exams by the state in which you will work. You also will complete a one semester internship experience in a classroom environment, where you will learn alongside experienced teachers. You also will receive personal mentorship from our leading education faculty. Learn more about semester internships .

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Guide all students toward success.

You believe all students deserve engaged, responsive instruction regardless of ability. You’re not alone — school districts in Idaho and across the country seek out compassionate special education teachers and administrators ready to make an impact. Prepare to become a special education instructor or to train teachers to effectively work with students with special needs. Our graduates go on to secure positions in public and private schools.

Drive change and lead tomorrow’s classroom by earning a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education, geared toward current and future professionals, from the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences . Throughout your enrollment, you'll participate in high-quality programs and network with special education professionals. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in interdepartmental research. This state-approved program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation . Expand your own knowledge while elevating and guiding all students toward success.

• The Special Education program offers an undergraduate teaching major as well as two different tracks to a master's degree. One track is for certified teachers to earn the Idaho Exceptional Child Generalist teaching endorsement and the other is for special educators who are already certified.
• Receive opportunities to learn from and collaborate with faculty from the Center on Disabilities and Human Development , the University of Idaho’s Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD), which champions through education, outreach, research and service the mission of having all people fully participate in their communities.
• Online option available.

Degree Options

This program takes three possible formats:

Are you already a certified teacher with a special education endorsement? Expand your knowledge of the field and gain greater insight into pressing topics and the latest curriculum-planning techniques.

Are you a certified teacher who would like to add a special education teaching endorsement to your license? This master’s program builds on your bachelor’s and prepares you to qualify for the Standard Instructional Certificate with Exceptional Child Endorsement.

Or, are you interested in   pursuing the M.Ed. in Special Education as a 30-credit endorsement in conjunction with a bachelor’s degree in elementary or secondary education?  Complete this combined pathway in five years to qualify for both your initial Idaho teaching certification and the Exceptional Child Endorsement.

The University of Idaho's special education program offers a flexible online course of study tailored to your needs, guided by your major professor or advisor. Our Department of Curriculum and Instruction provides an undergraduate teaching major and two distinct tracks for a master's degree in special education.

Master's Only

A master’s-only track is available for experienced special educators who have a bachelor’s degree in special education or a closely-related field. This track is appropriate for individuals who wish to earn a master’s degree while expanding their knowledge of the field. In this track, students register for a number of common courses covering topics designed to broaden teachers’ knowledge of special education strategies and promote professional development. Students also select, in conjunction with their advisor, additional classes to enhance their knowledge in a selected area of focus. Students in this track culminate their experience with a master’s project, designed by working with their faculty advisor.

Research (Min. 6 cr)

• EDCI 570 * : Introduction to Research (3 cr)
• EDSP 531: Single Subject Design Research (3 cr)
• EDCI 573: Action Research (3 cr)

*   Required

Special Education Courses (Min. 18 cr)

• EDSP 520: Education of People with Disabilities (3 cr) fall
• EDSP 530: Assistive Technology & Universal Design for Learning for Pre-K12 (2 cr) fall
• EDSP 531: Single subject research (3 cr) spring every other year; if not taken as the research requirement
• EDSP 540: Applied Behavior Analysis (3 cr) fall
• EDSP 548: Special Ed Curriculum (3 cr) fall
• EDSP 549: Language, Communication, and Social/Emotional Enhancement (3 cr) fall
• EDSP 423: Collaboration (3 cr) spring
• EDSP 425: Assessment (3 cr) spring
• EDSP 426: IEP Development (3 cr) spring
• EDSP 519: Orientation to Autism Spectrum Disorder (3 cr) spring every other year 2019
• EDSP 504: Evidence Based Practices in Special Education (2 cr) spring every other year 2020
• EDSP 504: Trends and Topics in Developmental Disabilities (3 cr) fall every other year starting 2019

Additional Courses (3 - 6 cr)

Credits arranged with Major Professor. These credit hours may include coursework in EDSP, EDCI, EDAD, ADOL or ED. Examples of classes:

• EDAD 513 Administration of Special Education Law (3)
• EDAD 582 Special Education Director Administration (3)
• EDAD 595 Supervision of Personnel (3)
• EDCI 511: Planning and Administering the Curriculum (3)
• EDCI 513: History of Education Thought (3)
• EDCI 524: Models of Teaching (3)
• EDCI 572: Measurements and Evaluation (3)

Final Research Project

• EDSP 599 * : Research: Non-thesis project/Capstone portfolio (1 - 3 cr)

* Required: EDSP 599 (1 cr) the semester of graduation

Master's Plus Certification in Special Education

The master’s plus certification track is available to people new to special education and affords the opportunity to earn a degree while gaining initial Special Education Exceptional Child K-12 teaching preparation and certification. Students who pursue this track will exit with the master’s degree and an Idaho teaching certification in Exceptional Child Generalist. Because this track results in initial preparation in special education, coursework is paired with field experience so that students will gain the opportunity to link their subject knowledge to pedagogy and practice. The culminating activity for students in this track is a semester long teaching internship during which students will gain valuable hands-on experience. Candidates in this track already will hold an elementary or secondary teaching certificate and have no previous degree in special education.

Prerequisites

• EDSP 300: Education for Exceptionalities (3 cr) (all semesters) Or EDSP 520 Education of People with Disabilities (3 cr) (fall)
• EDSP 325: Classroom Application of Learning Theory (2 cr) (summer)
• EDSP 350: Language & Communication Development & Disorders (3 cr) (summer)
• Elementary Certification through U of I Or EDCI 463 Content Reading (3 cr)
• *Pass Praxis #5001 Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects (this Praxis exam must be passed within the first semester of student’s graduate studies)

Fall Courses

• EDSP 540: Behavioral Analysis for Children and Youth (3 cr)
• EDSP 548: Special Education Curriculum (3 cr)
• EDSP 549: Language, Communication and Social/Emotional Enhancement (3 cr)
• EDSP 530: Assistive Technology & UDL in K12 (2 cr.)

Spring Courses

• EDSP 423: Collaboration (3 cr)
• EDSP 425: Assessment (3 cr)
• EDSP 426: IEP Development (3 cr)

Any Semester Courses

• EDCI 570 Research (3 cr) (all semesters)

Final Semester Courses

• EDSP 599: Research: Non-thesis project (1-3 cr) must have one credit of EDSP the semester of graduation
• EDSP 597 :Internship/student teaching (6-8 cr) (8 weeks)

The required courses below depend if certified for elementary or secondary education.

Elementary Education

• EDCI 320: Teaching Reading and Literacy (3 cr)
• EDCI 463: Literacy Methods for Content Learning (3 cr)

Secondary Education

Note: EDSP 325 and EDSP 350 may be waived based professional experience and equivalent coursework.

Undergraduate Teaching Major (Endorsement)

EHHS offers a 31 credit endorsement (teaching major) in special education, open to elementary and secondary education majors. Students who complete the endorsement will meet the requirements for an initial Idaho teaching certification/credential and the exceptional child generalist teaching certification, enabling them to teach elementary or secondary as well as special education grades K-12.

The schedule of coursework will be determined with academic advisors based on the required coursework listed below: 

Option 1: Elementary Education

• EDSP 300: Educating for Exceptionalities (3 cr, any semester)
• EDSP 325: Classroom Applications of Learning Theories (2 cr, summer)
• EDSP 350: Language and Communication Development and Disorders (3 cr, summer)
• EDSP 423: Collaboration (3 cr, spring)
• EDSP 425: Evaluation of Children and Youth (3 cr, spring)
• EDSP 426: Developing Instructional Programs (3 cr, spring)
• EDSP 430: Assistive Technology and UDL (2 cr, fall)
• EDSP 448: Special Education Curriculum (3 cr, fall)
• EDCI  463: Content Reading (3 cr)
• EDSP 484: Special Education Internship (6 cr) 

Option 2: Secondary Education

All courses listed above plus:

• MTHE 235: Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I (3 cr)
• MTHE 236: Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II (3 cr)
• EDCI 320: Teaching Reading and Literacy (3 cr)

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Through all pathways, you’ll focus on developing and teaching appropriate curriculum for students with mild to moderate disabilities, with emphasis placed on learning disabilities, mental conditions and other disabling conditions. Learn to create assignments and lesson plans geared toward each individual’s needs and abilities based on behavior, social and academic development and equip them for life beyond school.

As you progress, you’ll refine your teaching methods by better understanding disabilities, special education and developmentally responsive school models; the principles of developmentally appropriate instruction and teaching strategies; methods for conceiving challenging, integrative and exploratory curriculum; and techniques for encouraging inquiry and collaboration in the classroom. You’ll learn to identify special education needs, evaluate and monitor students, and gather and analyze data through educational research.

In addition to coursework, you’ll complete a one-semester internship, where you’ll gain insights from an experienced professional in a classroom environment.

You’ll cultivate bonds that will help grow your career. Beyond your internship, you’ll receive more personalized instruction through small class sizes, and build your network and industry knowledge through community-based programs and interdepartmental studies.

Prepare for a rewarding career and influence the next generation of students. Before applying to U of I’s highly ranked M.Ed. in Special Education program, review all admission requirements .