Exceptionality programs faculty, graduate students, present papers
Faculty and graduate students from the Department of Exceptionality Programs presented at two conferences. The Northeastern Educational Research Association (NERA) 39th Annual Conference, was held October 22-24, 2008 in Rocky Hill, Connecticut and the Pennsylvania Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention, held November 5-7, 2008 in Harrisburg, PA.
The following research papers are to be published in the NERC 39th Annual Conference Proceedings
"A Qualitative Study of the Assistive Technology Decision-Making Process In Four Pennsylvania School Districts," Philip Tucker and Sheila Dove Jones, Department of Exceptionality Programs, Michelle Cappa, M.S. in Exceptionalities with Certification. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
"Attitudes of Pre-Service Teachers toward Individuals with Exceptionalities and Inclusive Practices: A Baseline Analysis of Students' Attitudes Enrolled in the Introductory Course," Maureen Walsh, Sheila Dove Jones, James Krause, Emeka Obiozor, Angela Pang, Deborah Stryker, Barbara Wert, Barbara Wilson, Walter Zilz, Department of Exceptionality Programs, and Eileen Astor-Stetson, Department of Psychology.
"The Use of Music to Teach Life Skills to Students with Emotional Disabilities in the Classroom," William Emeka Obiozor, Depart of Exceptional Programs.
Presented at the PA Council for Exceptional Children Convention - Harrisburg
"Attitudes of Pre-Service Teachers toward Individuals with Exceptionalities and Inclusive Practices: A Baseline Analysis of Students' Attitudes Enrolled in the Introductory Course," Maureen Walsh, Sheila Dove Jones, James Krause, Emeka Obiozor, Angela Pang, Deborah Stryker, Barbara Wert, Barbara Wilson, Walter Zilz, Department of Exceptionality Programs, and Eileen Astor-Stetson, Department of Psychology.
"Awareness of Global Cultures in the Classroom," Williams Emeka Obiozor, Department of Exceptionality Programs.
"Building a Working Relationship with Adults in the Classroom: From Conflict to Confrontation to Collaboration," Barbara Wert, Department of Exceptionality Programs and Tim Hanner, Williamsport High School Life Support Classroom.
"Especially for Students: How to Turn Your Resume into an Actual Job," Sharon Reed (adjunct professor) and Amanda Dabashinski (Graduate Student), Department of Exceptionality Programs.
"Tricks of the Trade," Barbara Wilson, Department of Exceptionality Programs and Michael C. Maydak, Student Assistant Services.
"Understanding Stressors Associated with Families' Transition Experiences," Yanhui (Angela) Pang, Department of Exceptionality Programs.
"Use of Technology to Access Curriculum in Inclusive Settings: Qualitative Analysis of IEPs, Classroom Practices and Technology Support Services," Philip Tucker, Sheila Dove Jones, and Michelle Cappa (Graduate Student), Department of Exceptionality Programs.
"Workshop on Using APA Style," Darlene Perner and students Amanda Dabashinsky and Emily Sanders. Department of Exceptionality Programs.
"Artability Exhibit" (showcasing art work done by high school students with exceptionalities), Dr. Mark Jones, Art Instructor, Bloomsburg Area School District & Arrangements/Display by Barbara Wert, Department of Exceptionality Programs.
"Chapter 49 - Responses & Reactions" - Round Table. Barbara Wert of Bloomsburg University.