If you wonder if some program has causal evidence, you can check ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/ or www.evidenceforessa.org
Not being in those evidence clearinghouses could just mean the program hasn't been reviewed, but it's also a sign you should be asking more questions. #EdResearch #EduSky
Damn proud of Minnesota.
Sharing a recent @wested.org resource I co-authored on building inclusive, coherent assessment systems to better support students with disabilities. It offers practical guidance for leaders focused on alignment and effective use of assessment.
www.wested.org/resource/lea...
So excited to see my dissertation published online! Thank you to @sarahpowellphd.bsky.social for your support in making this happen!
Check it out: doi.org/10.1177/0014...
My colleague Dr. Sehrish Shikarpurya and I got to work on a review of the use of Critical Quantitative Methods (CQM) within special education. In this review, we offer a blueprint for researchers to meaningfully integrate CQM into special education/disability-related research. osf.io/preprints/ed...
MILE INNOVATION SEED GRANTS. Are you a faculty member or doctoral student at UMD or Morgan State? Submit your proposal today! Maryland Initiative for Literacy & Equity (MILE).
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UMD & MSU scholars advancing equitable language & literacy are encouraged to apply. Winners present at the 2026 MILE Symposium!
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If you’re interested in reading policy, check out my new open-access brief, Legislating Literacy at the State Level, with six key considerations for supporting students with disabilities.
Like our earlier work with typically developing 1-3 graders, we found evidence of technical quality for MLTU (morphosyntax) and number of different words (lexical diversity). Again, CBM-W are useful tools and language and writing are indeed connected!
New article! We explored using metrics from language sample analysis as complementary scoring mechanisms for a sentence-level writing curriculum-based measure to provide proxies of linguistic skills that underlie writing in 1-3 graders with writing difficulties. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...
Looking forward to this conversation next week on how #assessment systems can better support students with disabilities
I am from Arizona. I say this sometimes as well and wouldn't think much of it if someone said the same to me. Perhaps a Western U.S. thing?
Excited to share this policy brief on state requirements for teacher training re: literacy. Kudos to @emilyhardeman.bsky.social and Sarah Papineau!
If you think COVID vaccines should continue to be available to all: take 5 min and add your comments at the link below. (Advice for what to say in the linked thread.)
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We’re hiring a Research Project Manager! Work directly with Dr. Maria Hugh and colleagues across KU Center on Disabilities to advance critical research, studying practitioner supports for evidence-based practice use for children with autism. Learn more and apply at bit.ly/teamhugpm
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This Teacher Appreciation Week, we recognize the expertise and commitment of special educators. From navigating complex challenges, supporting families, and collaborating across teams, special educators help their students thrive and succeed. Thank you for the important work you do every day. 💙
Flyer for the “25–26 TED Policy Fellows Interest Meeting.” It invites individuals interested in becoming a TED Policy Fellow to learn about the fellowship from the 24–25 fellows and ask questions. The meeting is scheduled for May 12th, 2025, at 2 PM EST on Zoom. Registration is required, with the link provided in their Linktree. The flyer features an illustration of a person using a computer, which displays a screen with icons representing a speaker and audience. Social media handles @cec_ted_policy and @cec-ted-policy.bsky.social are listed at the top right. The design uses green tones and a clean, modern layout.
Are you a graduate student (or do you know one) looking to get more involved in special education advocacy? Consider applying to be a TED Policy Fellow! Current fellows are hosting an info session on Monday, 5/12/25 at 2pm EST. Registration link for the info session is in our Linktree (in bio).
Rapid response grants for cancelled NSF education-related grantees. Great work Spencer
Foundation!!
🚨Organizing a paper swap for early career edu policy researchers.🚨
Share a nearly-complete draft, exchange feedback, and connect with peers.
Great if you’ve got a lingering project or diss chapter that could use feedback and soft deadlines to move it forward this summer.
Sign up & learn more here:
A cheap one is also probably fine too, but Florida blood. The 2020 AZ transplant version of me understands.
Sweater/light layers, pants, and closed toe shoes for regular wear. If you have a decent puffy or fleece (better if meant for cold weather and not a ~*fashion*~ type jacket you get at a Target), that should keep you warm and see you through. Have fun at AERA (I am assuming)!
“This is not what we voted for.” Yes, yes, it is. You just didn’t think it could destroy you, too.
Flyer for study testing a screening mechanism for language difficulties. Qualifying participants must be in third grade without history of autism, intellectual disability, or have been identified as deaf or hard of hearing. Caregivers who complete the study will receive a $50 gift card. Follow the link or QR code if interested. Participants must be able to travel to the University of Maryland, College Park.
I’m testing a screening mechanism for language-based learning disabilities. If you are in the DC area and know a third grader willing to help, please consider!
umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_...
We need your help!
We are looking for any professionals who work with adults with Developmental Language Disorder.
Our networks relate to children, so please help get our survey about setting up a UK wide network to those who work with adults with #DevLangDis
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Flyer for study testing a screening mechanism for language difficulties. Qualifying participants must be in third grade without history of autism, intellectual disability, or have been identified as deaf or hard of hearing. Caregivers who complete the study will receive a $50 gift card. Follow the link or QR code if interested. Participants must be able to travel to the University of Maryland, College Park.
I’m testing a screening mechanism for language-based learning disabilities. If you are in the DC area and know a third grader willing to help, please consider!
umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_...
This is a research recruitment flyer in shades of yellow with blue text. The text reads: CALL FOR RESPONDENTS! For a research survey on ‘label preference‘ in autistic adolescents. Qualifications: If you or your child: (each of the following in the list is preceded by a checked box symbol) -Is formally diagnosed with autism -Is age 13 - 17 -Is able to answer complex questions regarding opinions -Has 5 free minutes to fill out an online survey THEN YOU OR YOUR CHILD ISQUALIFIED TO PARTICIPATE! You may click the QR code to begin the process to participate in the study! Once parent consent is given, the study will be sent to you via email! (This is followed by a QR code labeled "scan me.")
Please share.
From a student in my MS SLP program investigating---"How do autistic teens feel about the #autism label?"
#StudentResearch #lables #SLPeeps #Neurodivergence #adolescents
📣 JOIN OUR STUDY! We are looking for 3-4 year olds to help us learn how kids experiences shape their brains! The study includes fun games and child friendly brain imaging. Participants can earn up to $230! 🧠
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#UMD #learning #study
Congratulations, Dr. Novelli! 🎉
This is reality. And why we need the DOE.
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Join Council for Exceptional Children through March 31 for free! Many divisions may have free or discounted membership, too. For researchers and graduate students, consider joining CEC's Division for Research (see cecdr.org for all we do). Over 140 people joined the Division for Research yesterday!
