Department of Educational Leadership, Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas

Doctoral Research 2013-2017

Research Advisor: Dr. Johnny O’Connor

• Theoretical analysis of inclusive modules for special education students at the secondary level.
• Qualitative analysis of Educational Leaders as it relates to special education inclusion.
• Comprehensive literature review of inclusive schools at the secondary level and the role of Principals.

Department of Educational Leadership, Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas

Master’s Research 2010-2012

• Comprehensive literature review of Educational Leadership in Special Education.
• Analysis of staffing allocation models and efficacy to support student individualized needs.

Capacity Building for Leadership

Professional Learning

Intensive reading strategies for secondary students

Universal Design for Learning in Special Education

Trends in Instructional Technology and Access for All Students

Legal trends in Special Education

Staffing allocation models for equity in Special Education

Special Education Leadership strategies

Influences and inclusive studies for students served by Special Education

Implementation of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in Content Areas for Individualized Student Modification, CAST Organization

Correlation of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), High Leverage Practices and impact on HIgh Reliability Schools to develop Instructional Playbook.

Retention and recruitment for specialized teachers and staff, includes the Paraprofessional to Teacher program for inspiring teachers.