Artifact: Literature Review — Assistive Technology in Inclusive Classrooms

Rationale: This literature review synthesizes scholarly research on the use of assistive technology in inclusive educational settings, examining the evidence base for specific tools and practices that support students with diverse learning needs. I selected this as a signature artifact for the Scholarship and Research domain because it most directly reflects my research identity as a doctoral candidate. Assistive technology for inclusive classrooms sits at the core of my professional mission. I advocate daily for children who require specialized supports, and this review grounded that advocacy in rigorous academic scholarship. This work also laid the conceptual foundation for my dissertation research by establishing my expertise in inclusive, technology-enhanced education.

Artifact: Quantitative Research Project

Rationale: This quantitative project involved the design and analysis of a research study using statistical methods appropriate to the research questions examined. I selected this artifact because it demonstrates my ability to engage with quantitative research design at the doctoral level, selecting appropriate measures, analyzing data, and interpreting findings within an educational technology context. Quantitative literacy is essential for educational leaders who must evaluate program effectiveness, make data-informed decisions, and engage with research literature in their field. This work represents a significant milestone in my development as a researcher and reflects my preparation for dissertation-level inquiry.

Artifact: Qualitative Study Paper

Rationale: This qualitative study paper documents the design and execution of a qualitative research inquiry, demonstrating my competency in qualitative methodologies, including data collection, coding, and thematic analysis. I selected this artifact because qualitative research is central to my dissertation approach, which will examine the lived experiences of bilingual neurodiverse children and the educators and families who support them. The richness of qualitative inquiry allows us to capture nuance, voice, and context that quantitative data alone cannot provide. This work demonstrates my readiness to conduct rigorous, ethically grounded qualitative research in the service of equity and inclusion.

Artifact: Mixed Methods Proposal

Rationale: This mixed methods research proposal integrates qualitative and quantitative approaches to address a complex educational technology research question, demonstrating my understanding of how multiple methodologies can be combined to produce more robust and comprehensive findings. I selected this artifact as the capstone of my EDTC 806 work because it represents the highest level of methodological sophistication I achieved in this course and reflects my evolving dissertation research design. The ability to think across methodological traditions is a hallmark of advanced scholarship, and this proposal demonstrates that I am prepared to contribute original, rigorous research to the field of educational technology leadership.