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Tuesday, September 17
 

6:00pm CDT

The State of Empathy in Teacher Education: Where Do We Go From Here? - Poster 6
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Although widely accepted by practitioners as critical in establishing positive relationships with students and families, empirical research on empathy in teacher preparation, its use education settings and effective ways to implement is very limited. This review examines existent research focused on teacher preparation for empathy and its value for prospective educators.
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Mariana Mereoiu

Associate Professor, Bowling Green State University
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Alicia Mrachko

Assistant Professor, Bowling Green State University
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Kimberly Christensen

Teaching Professor, Bowling Green State University
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Advocacy Training for Chinese Immigrant Parents of Children With Autism - Poster 8
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Despite the legal responsibility of advocacy for their children with autism, Chinese immigrant parents often face unique barriers to the activation of their roles as advocates. This poster session provides preliminary findings of a mixed methods study which examines a training program that enhances Chinese immigrant parents’ capacity for special education advocacy.
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Lei Huang

PhD Student, University of Georgia
Lei Huang is currently a doctoral candidate in Special Education at the University of Georgia. Her research interests include advocacy, immigrant families, children with autism and complex needs, and cultural humility to meet families’ needs. She is honored to receive a Graduate... Read More →
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Cynthia Vail

Professor, University of Georgia
Dr. Cynthia Vail received her Ph.D. from Florida State University and has been on the faculty of the University of Georgia in the Department of Communication Sciences and Special Education since 1989, where she is currently Professor. She teaches in the Birth through Kindergarten/Early... Read More →
DEC 2024 Handout Lei Huang B e pdf
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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  Research

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Child Challenging Behavior and Parenting Stress: Role of Parent Confidence - Poster 1
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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This study examines the relations between child challenging behavior, parent confidence, and parenting stress in families with preschool-aged children with developmental delays. Results suggest parent confidence predicts lower parent stress, while challenging behavior predicts higher parent stress.
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Megan Kunze

Assistant Research Professor, Megan Kunze
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Coaches’ Self-Monitoring and Self-Evaluation of Practice-Based Coaching - Poster 16
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Limited research has been done exploring what supports are needed to guide coaches to examine their implementation of specific coaching frameworks with fidelity. This poster will present data from a descriptive study exploring how coaches across a statewide initiative self-monitored and self-evaluated their implementation of practice-based coaching (PBC).
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Mackenzie Martin

Student, Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies
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Patricia Snyder

Director, Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies, University of FL
I am a Distinguished Professor of Special Education and Early Childhood Studies, an affiliate Professor of Pediatrics, the David Lawrence Jr. Endowed Chair in Early Childhood Studies, and Director of the Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies at the University... Read More →
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Coaching Paraprofessionals to Increase Communication Skills of Preschoolers - Poster 4
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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This poster will discuss a study on the effectiveness of early childhood special educators implementing coaching practices to support paraprofessionals in using evidence-based communication-promoting practices with young children with communication delays in inclusive preschool classrooms. Study design, findings, and implications will be discussed.
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avatar for Jennifer Arthur
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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  Research

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Early Intervention Dosage: Perspectives from the Field - Poster 15
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Learn about EI providers’ perspectives of Part C dosage (service times) through a multiple methods approach. Semi-structured interviews focused on how providers make dosage decisions with families, while a survey focused on the feasibility of recommended EI dosage practices. Results highlight what is working well and identifies existing barriers.
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Teran Frick

Professional Development Coordinator, Family, Infant & Preschool Program (FIPP)
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Alana Schnitz

Assistant Research Professor/ Assistant Professor, Juniper Gardens Children's Project/ University of Kansas Department of Special Education
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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  Research

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Evidence Synthesis through Overview of Reviews on Early Intervention - Poster 7
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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This presentation focuses on the methodology of overview of reviews and presents two exemplar overviews of reviews of DEC Recommended Practices (peer-mediated interventions and naturalistic interventions). Key steps include review selection, data extraction, synthesis methods, and quality assessment. The audience will gain insights into the methodological rigor for reviews
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Jinwei Song

Doctoral Student, UConn Health
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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  Research

6:00pm CDT

Experiences of Pediatricians and Part C EI Personnel Amidst COVID-19 - Poster 25
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Extensive literature has noted the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on families and young children (Fisher et al., 2020). However, there’s a gap in discussing its influence on the experiences of pediatricians and Part C EI personnel regarding the identification, referral, and eligibility evaluation during Covid-19. This study aims to fill this crucial gap.
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Factors Influencing Implementation of Primary Service Provider Model in EI - Poster 2
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Although the Primary Service Provider teaming model is a DEC recommended practice, limited research exists on its implementation in EI programs. This presentation shares findings from a mixed-method study examining PSP implementation across 11 EI programs in a state. It identifies factors influencing PSP implementation and provides implications for practice and research.
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Eva Horn

Emeritus Professor, University of Kansas
Professor and Coordinator of the Early Childhood Unified Program for the School of Education and Human Sciences and Investigator with LSI at the University of Kansas. Broadly my research, personnel preparation, and service work has and continues to focus in advancing equitable learning... Read More →
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Head Start Early Educators' Perceptions of Bilingualism for Preschoolers - Poster 35
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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In this qualitative study, 19 participants engaged in one semi-structured interview. Thematic analysis (Braun & Clark, 2021) was conducted on participant responses. Findings show how educators define bilingualism, perceive bilingualism for children without and with disabilities, and to what extent their perceptions contribute to the recommendations they provide families.
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Gregory Cheatham

higher ed faculty, University of Kansas
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Incorporating Response Prompting Strategies Within Explicit Instruction - Poster 31
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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The effectiveness of a response prompting strategy incorporated in an explicit instruction approach was investigated in 4 single case design studies involving 7 participants, who mastered targeted skills and demonstrated maintenance/generalization. Future research and the utility of this type of intervention, for practitioners, will be explored via interactive discussions.
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Tim Morse

Assistant Professor, University of West Florida
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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6:00pm CDT

It’s Entirely Different: Provider Views of Coaching in Childcare - Poster 22
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Early interventionists often report that coaching in childcare is a challenge. We surveyed over 400 providers in two states who shared their opinions about factors that support or hinder coaching partnerships with childcare providers in their communities. Join us to share your experiences and to learn about those of other providers who participated in the survey.
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Mollie Romano

Florida State University
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Practitioners’ Perceptions of Families with Prenatal Substance Exposure - Poster 13
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Children born with drug-exposure and/or NOWS are eligible to receive services through the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS). Early Intervention providers lack the training and support to work with families. The purpose is to understand the experiences, practices,and needs of early interventionists (EIs) related to children with exposure and their famlies.
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Kara Boynewicz

Associate Professor, East Tennessee State University
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Supporting ECE Teacher Candidates’ Competence in Assistive Technology - Poster 37
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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This poster session presents the findings of a study that explored the impact of embedded Assistive Technology instruction on preparing early childhood teacher candidates to support children with disabilities. Results from a pre-and-post-survey study across 16 participants indicate improved AT competence. Directions for future research and practice are presented.
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Kwangwon Lee

Associate Professor, Eastern Connecticut State University
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Juliana Fabrizi

Student, Eastern Connecticut State University
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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The Impact of Parent-Implemented Interventions on Family Quality of Life - Poster 11
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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This poster will provide an overview of family quality of life (FQOL) in the context of parent-implemented interventions for young disabled children and their families. We conducted a literature review to identify FQOL measures and intervention features and summarize FQOL outcomes. We will discuss the results and offer recommendations for future research and practice.
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Angel Fettig

Associate Professor, University of Washington
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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The Use of Digital Therapies for Children with ASD: A Meta Analysis - Poster 12
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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This meta-analysis aimed to assess the effectiveness of digital therapies (DT) in improving developmental skills for children and adolescents with ASD. Results showed that DT has a statistically significantly large effect on enhancing social-emotional skills compared with other developmental skills. More studies involved elementary school-aged than preschool-aged children.
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Fang Xu

Assistant Professor, Heritage Unversity
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songtian zeng

associate professor, University of Massachusetts Boston
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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This Happens Too Often: Early Intervention Providers’ Responses to Common - Poster 21
Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Early intervention (EI) providers often face dilemmas in their work. We used a qualitative survey approach to explore EI providers’ responses to common dilemmas in their work. Providers in this study reported sharing information, being responsive to caregiver needs, and using caregiver engagement. We will discuss personnel preparation, research, and policy recommendations.
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Jessica Hardy

Assistant Professor, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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Sana Zeeshan

Master's Student, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
I am a masters student in the department of special education at UIUC pursuing my teaching licensure in ECE.
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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  Research

7:00pm CDT

Using Augmented Reality to Teach Life Skills for Preschoolers with IDD - Poster 24
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Research using Augmented Reality (AR) tools to teach life skills to individuals with intellectual disabilities has shown to help skill acquisition and generalization of skills. This poster presentation reviews information from an integrated literature review that investigates the use of AR tools when teaching preschoolers with intellectual disabilities daily living skills.
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Phyllis James

Educational Diagnostician/Student, Denton Independent School District/Texas Woman's University
Phyllis has worked in education for 15 years and currently works as an Educational Diagnostician for a independent school district in Texas.  She attends Texas Woman's University and is working on doctorate in special education with a focus on early childhood.  
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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A Review of Caregiver-Mediated Intervention Improving Emotional Regulation - Poster 9
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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The purpose of the study is to systematically review literature focusing on caregiver-mediated interventions targeting emotional regulation in young children with ASD. Out of an initial sampling of 4,781 studies, 17 were eligible for review. The results showed that caregiver-mediated interventions positively affected emotional recognition skills in young children with ASD.
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Yi Zhang

Graduate Assistant, Early Learning Center
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Jun Ai

Assistant Professor, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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7:00pm CDT

Community-Engaged Research to Support Linguistically Diverse Families - Poster 37
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Refugees from many cultural backgrounds are resettled in the United States annually. Systemic barriers marginalize families with children with disabilities. This poster will share how a community-engaged project gathered information about community supports and needs to inform the creation of a translated flyer to support linguistically diverse families in an urban area.
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Nikki Adams

Assistant Professor, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Comparing U.S. and Türkiye Preschool Teachers' Beliefs about Math Books - Poster 38
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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In this poster, we describe our study on preschool teachers’ beliefs and practices related to choosing and using math picture books in their classrooms. We conducted this study in two countries, the United States and Türkiye. In our analysis, we highlight similarities and differences in how teachers in the two countries use math picture books.
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Jessica Hardy

Assistant Professor, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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Fatmanur Önder

Grad Student, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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7:00pm CDT

ECSE Teacher Preparedness in Supporting Trauma-Affected Children: Factors - Poster 25
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Research indicates ECSE teachers are unprepared to aid trauma-exposed children despite their heightened risk of learning disabilities and overrepresentation in SpEd. This poster will demonstrate the results of qualitative interviews and observations of ECSE teachers. Findings emphasize the importance of teacher education and lived experiences in enhancing preparedness.
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avatar for Prince Estanislao

Prince Estanislao

My name is Prince Estanislao (he/they). I am a third-year student in the Joint Doctoral Program in special education at UC Berkeley and San Francisco State University (SFSU). I am a course Instructor at SFSU and a Graduate Student Researcher for the Universal Transitional Kindergarten... Read More →
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Maryssa Mitsch

Associate Professor, San Francisco State University
Maryssa Kucskar Mitsch, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Early Childhood Special Education in the Department of Special Education. Her primary teaching responsibilities includes courses in early intervention, assessment of young children at-risk and with disabilities, and family... Read More →
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Examining Inclusive Childcare for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities - Poster 14
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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This literature review examines U.S. research (2016-2023) on the inclusion of infants and toddlers with disabilities in childcare. Analyzing 10 studies reveals a gap between known benefits and practice. It underscores the need for improved education, funding, and policy to enhance collaboration and effective partnerships. Suggestions for future research are discussed.
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avatar for Turia M. Penkalski, M.Ed.

Turia M. Penkalski, M.Ed.

Doctoral Student/State Subdivision President, University of Nevada, Las Vegas/Nevada DEC
DEC2024 Penkalski ITChildcarePoster pdf
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Exploring Classroom Practices in Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Programs - Poster 31
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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In this poster presentation, participants will discover current support and culturally responsive practices for children with disabilities of migrant and seasonal farmworkers. Additionally, they will have the chance to exchange insights on ways to support language and literacy development of these children and increase access to quality education and services.
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Serra Acar

Associate Professor, University of Massachusetts, Boston
Dr. Acar is an associate professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Her research includes culturally and linguistically responsive assessment practices in early intervention/early childhood special education.
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Hsiu-Wen Yang

Researcher, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Sarah Pedonti

Assistant Professor, Western Carolina University Birth-Kindergarten Education Program
Sarah F. Pedonti, Ph.D. is an assistant professor in Birth-Kindergarten Education at Western Carolina University. She teaches a range of courses that focus on inclusive methods and environments for diverse children with or at risk for disabilities. Her latest work focuses on how outdoor... Read More →
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Ching-I Chen

Associate Professor, Kent State University
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Exploring EI Research to Policy: Organizations and Their Influence - Poster 13
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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There continues to be a gap in the flow of information between researchers and policymakers in early intervention. Intermediary organizations (IOs) play an important role in filling that gap. Results shared include an initial mapping of national IOs and their roles in mediating change, as well as what IOs federal policymakers utilize and the knowledge that is being moved.
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Cynthia Vail

Professor, University of Georgia
Dr. Cynthia Vail received her Ph.D. from Florida State University and has been on the faculty of the University of Georgia in the Department of Communication Sciences and Special Education since 1989, where she is currently Professor. She teaches in the Birth through Kindergarten/Early... Read More →
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Catherine Citta

PhD Candidate, University of Georgia
PhD Candidate at the University of Georgia in Early Childhood Special Education. Owner of Little Peach Educational Services, providing consultation, trainings, advocacy, and evaluations in early intervention and early childhood special education. Former 2023 Kennedy Fellow with the... Read More →
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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7:00pm CDT

Exploring Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Content in Preparation Programs - Poster 17
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Overall, early childhood and early childhood special educators consistently report they are not prepared to teach social emotional skills and address challenging behaviors. This poster describes the similarities and differences in the training for pre-service teachers across various groups (i.e., alternate route/traditional route to licensure, EC/ECSE, date of program).
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Melissa Yarczower

Visting Assistant Professor, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Hello! My name is Melissa Yarczower and I am currently a visiting assistant professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. I teach both undergraduate and graduate coursework in EC/ECSE, mentor students, supervise fieldwork, and collaborate on curriculum development and program... Read More →
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Jenna Weglarz-Ward

Associate Professor, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Proud DEC member and so excited to be back in person this year at conference!! A mom and former practitioner, my work now focuses on personnel preparation in family partnership and transdisciplinary collaboration to promote inclusion. I specifically focus on services for infants and... Read More →
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Promoting Culturally Competent Parent Training: A Qualitative Study - Poster 23
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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This qualitative study explores culturally competent parent training in early intervention for minority families. The study highlights the importance of respecting cultural practices, involving parents, and addressing community stigma. The poster encourages audience interaction, inviting discussions on strategies for incorporating cultural adaptations into parent training.
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Mehreen Z. Hassan

Postdoctoral research associate, Purdue University, Michigan State University
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Psychometric Study of the Environmental Screening Questionnaire - Poster 2
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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The Environmental Screening Questionnaire - Research Edition (ESQ-RE) is a quick, parent‐completed screening instrument measuring social, psychological, and economic factors that might impact children’s development. Initial psychometric data on a sample of 22,000 parents will be reported including validity, reliability, and qualitative data on its use and acceptability.
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Teachers’ Perspectives on Toddlers’ Development and Supportive Practices - Poster 18
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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This poster describes the iterative development of the Toddler Talk professional development package, a series of workshops and intensive coaching designed to promote toddler teachers’ use of universal language and social emotional interventions. We share the Toddler Talk logic model and the qualitative findings used to refine the model across three rapid design cycles.
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Jennifer Baumingham

Research Scientist, University of Washington - Haring Center for Inclusive Education
Jennifer Cunningham is a Research Scientist at the Haring Center for Inclusive Education at the University of Washington. She has experience working as a classroom assistant, preschool teacher, and instructional coach. She earned her M.Ed and PhD in Early Childhood Special Education... Read More →
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Kathleen Artman-Meeker

Associate Professor, University of Washington
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Shawna Harbin

Clinical Assistant Professor, Purdue University
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Shannon Core

PhD Student, University of Washington
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Mary Louise Hemmeter

Professor of Special Education, Vanderbilt University
Dr. Mary Louise Hemmeter is a professor of Special Education at Vanderbilt University and holds the Nicholas Hobbs Chair of Special Education and Human Development. Her research focuses on effective instruction, supporting social emotional development and addressing challenging behavior... Read More →
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Ann Kaiser

Professor, Vanderbilt University
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Rachel Crumpler

Project Coach, University of Washington
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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7:00pm CDT

The Impact of Joyful Learning for Early Childhood Special Educators - Poster 11
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Including elements of joy in the early childhood special education environment are instrumental in creating positive and enriched learning opportunities for pre-service educators. This study examines the role of joy in learning for college students - from inspiring to stealing joy, approaches to increase joy while learning, and with professionals in the field are included.
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Holly Hoffman

Professor, Central Michigan University
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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7:00pm CDT

TUESDAY Feasibility and Fidelity of Technology-based Asynchronous Coaching - Poster 16
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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This poster describes the feasibility and fidelity of VALI, an asynchronous coaching intervention to supplement Early Intervention services and increase Spanish-speaking Latine caregivers’ access to culturally-responsive digital materials and bilingual coaches in an effort to promote the use of naturalistic language strategies that support early communication outcomes.

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Anne Larson

Research Associate, University of Minnesota
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Twenty Years of Virtual Coaching with Families: What Have We Learned? - Poster 5
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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In this review of literature, we used the SCARF framework to assess overall quality and rigor of virtual coaching studies with families published between the years 2002-2022 involving children aged Birth-Kindergarten. Specific findings focused on the coach/coachee demographics, coaching strategies and dosage used, and measurement of maintenance and generalization.
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Laura McCorkle

Assistant Professor, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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Amanda Duncan

BCBA, Research Assistant, Doctoral Candidate, University of Kentucky
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Jessica Hardy

Assistant Professor, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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Casey Kim

Doctoral student, University of Illinois
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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What Do Researchers Think About Social Validity Assessment? - Poster 34
Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Social validity assessment is vital for the survival of intervention programs. Stakeholders, including researchers, teachers, and parents, often acknowledge the importance of social validity. Research shows that less than 50% of studies published in peer-reviewed journals assess social validity. In this qualitative study, we examine researchers' views on social validity.
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Ali Zelan

Doctoral Candidate, University of Georgia
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Rebecca G. Lieberman-Betz

Professor, University of Georgia
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Tuesday September 17, 2024 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
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