Professor of Special Education, Director of Special Education

434.544.8689
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Thompson-Polloway Hall 211
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Dr. Spaulding joined the University of Lynchburg in 2021.

Biography: Dr. Spaulding is a professor and director of special education programs at the University of Lynchburg. Born and raised in Ottawa, Canada, she began her educational career teaching elementary education in Rochester, NY, followed by teaching English in Japan, and special education in Chesapeake, VA. Her experience in higher education includes serving as a research fellow, administrative chair of research, dissertation methodologist, and Fulbright specialist. Dr. Spaulding peer reviews, publishes, and presents nationally and internationally on topics related to inclusive education and retention and persistence in higher education.

Education

• PhD, Special Education and Educational Psychology — Regent University
• MEd, Special Education — Roberts Wesleyan College
• BS, Elementary Education — Houghton College

Courses Taught

• SPED 220: Introduction to Exceptionalities
• SPED 231: Collaboration
• SPED 402: Transition in Special Education
• SPED 600: Foundations and Legal Aspects of Special Education
• SPED 625: Positive Behavior Management
• SPED 675: Collaboration in General & Special Education
• SPED 681: Action Research Capstone
• LS 804: Qualitative and Action Research

Research Interests

• History of special education and disability advocacy
• International special education
• Student persistence and retention in higher education

Areas of Expertise

• Best practices for inclusive classroom instruction
• Persistence and retention in higher education
• Qualitative methods of inquiry