Glennda McKeithan CURRICULUM VITAE

University of Kansas Department of Special Education College of Education (785) 864-6987 E-mail: [email protected]

AREAS OF INTEREST  Autism Spectrum Disorder  Evidenced Based Practices in Inclusive Settings  Instructional Coaching  EdTPA & National Board Certification  Assessments for Autism EDUCATION Ph.D., Curriculum & Instruction – (Concentration in Special Education) NC State University, Raleigh NC, 2016 Dissertation Topic: “Meeting the Needs of Students with High Functioning Autism in General Education Settings: A Meta-Analysis” Committee Co-Chairs: Dr. Susan Osborne and Dr. Ed Sabornie M.Ed., Special Education NC State University, Raleigh NC, 1995 B.A., English Language and Literature NC State University, Raleigh NC, 1992 A.A., Education Craven Community College, Newbern NC, 1986

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PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS English Language Arts (6-12) Exceptional Needs Specialist - National Board Certification Special Education -mild disabilities ED, SLD, ID (K-12) Exceptional Children Program Administrator Curriculum and Instructional Specialist Educational Specialist (EdS) – Sixth Year Certificate Teacher Mentor

POST-SECONDARY TEACHING EXPERIENCE 2016-Present University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS Lecturer/Academic Program Associate, Special Education 2008-16 , Raleigh, NC Adjunct Teacher Education Instructor 2008-16 NC State University, Raleigh, NC Adjunct Special Education Instructor 2013-15 Miller Motte College, Cary, NC Adjunct English Instructor 1992-95 Dorothea Dix State Hospital for Treatment of Mental Illness, Raleigh NC Adult Basic Education & Literacy Instructor

POST-SECONDARY COURSES TAUGHT  SPED 898d: Autism Spectrum Disorder Master’s Project – University of Kansas  SPED 871: Advanced Practicum with Exceptional Children Needing an Autism Spectrum Curriculum – University of Kansas  SPED 860: Education of Children and Youth with Disabilities: Autism Spectrum Disorder – University of Kansas  SPED 790: Methods for Learners with Higher-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder 2

and Asperger Disorder – University of Kansas  SPED 785: Application of Assessment Information for Exceptional Children & Youth: Autism Spectrum Disorder – University of Kansas  SPED 772: Observation and Participation with Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder – University of Kansas  SPED 760: Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder – University of Kansas  EDU 490: Student Teaching and Seminar – William Peace University  ECI 416: Teaching Exceptional Children in the Mainstream Classroom – State University  EDU 402: Testing and Measurements in Education – William Peace University  EDU 402: Foundations of Language and Literacy – William Peace University  EDU 351: Organization and Classroom Management – William Peace University  EDU 325: Effective Programs and Instructional Strategies for Students with Exceptionalities – William Peace University  PSY 325: Psychology of Exceptional Individuals – William Peace University  EDU 250: Exceptionalities in Education – William Peace University  GS 235: Critical Thinking – Miller Motte College  EN 102: English Composition II – Miller Motte College  EN 101: English Composition I – Miller Motte College  GS 101: Career Development – Miller Motte College  EN 001: Foundations of English – Miller Motte College

K-12 TEACHING EXPERIENCE 2015–16 Transitions Program, Wake Forest, NC Lead Teacher 2002-06; Athens Drive High School, Raleigh, NC 2013-15 Special Education Teacher 2012-13 Wendell Middle School, Wendell, NC Special Education Teacher

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2011-12 , Wake Forest, NC General Education English Teacher 2006-11 , Knightdale, NC Special Education Teacher 1999-02 Zebulon Middle School, Zebulon NC Language Arts, Social Studies and Special Education Teacher 1998-99 East Wake Academy Charter School, Zebulon NC General Education Language Arts Teacher 1995-98 Longview Alternative School, Raleigh NC Special Education Teacher

PRESENTATIONS

 “National Board Certification for Initial Certification Candidates,” and “National Board Certification for Renewal Candidates” – National Board Consultant and Workshop Facilitator for NC teachers all over the state for Professional Educators of North Carolina, 2007-17  “Evidence Based Practices for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder” –presentation at NC Council for Exceptional Children 30th Conference in Wilmington, NC, 2017  “The Good Behavior Game and Group Reciprocal Teaching in Three High School Settings” – research poster presentation at NC Council for Exceptional Children 28th Conference in Pinehurst, NC, 2015  “Instructional Coaching in the Online Environment” poster presentation for school of education and graduate students at North Carolina State University, Spring 2015  “Fiscally Responsible Service Delivery for Students with High Functioning Autism in Secondary School Settings” poster presentation for school of education and graduate students at North Carolina State University, Spring 2015  “High Stakes Testing in Special Education” poster presentation for school of education and graduate students at North Carolina State University, Spring 2014  “Community College Faculty Satisfaction Survey Development” poster presentation for

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school of education and graduate students at North Carolina State University, Spring 2015  “The Experiences of Students with High Functioning Autism in Secondary School Settings: A –Qualitative Study” poster presentation for school of education and graduate students at North Carolina State University, Fall 2014  “High Stakes Testing in Special Education” poster presentation for school of education and graduate students at North Carolina State University, Spring 2014  “Planning to Manage Behavior and Maximize Student Achievement” presentation for Junior and Senior Teaching Fellows Conference at Lenoir Rhyne University, 2014  “Assessment Drives Instruction” presentation for teacher education students at William Peace University, 2014  “Evidence Based Practice and Instructional Presentation” presentation for Senior Teaching Fellows Conference at Elon University, 2014  “Evidence Based Strategies for All Learners” presentation for teacher education students at William Peace University, Spring 2013  “Meeting the Needs of Students with Disabilities in Inclusion Classrooms” – presentation for Junior and Senior Teaching Fellows Conference at Lenoir Rhyne University, 2013  “Praxis Preparation – Special Education” – presentation for William Peace University Teacher Education Students, 2012  “Understanding the National Certification Process” – staff development facilitator at North Carolina Central University, Education Symposium, 2011  “Documenting Student Growth Over Time,” – NBPTS Mentor and Support Coach for teachers around the state seeking initial and renewal certification, 2002-15  “Evaluation of Evidences,”– NBPTS Mentor and Support Coach for teachers around the state seeking initial and renewal certification, 2002-15  “Putting it All Together,” – NBPTS Mentor and Support Coach for teachers around the state seeking initial and renewal certification, 2002-15  “Initial National Board Certification” – NBPTS Mentor and Support Coach for teachers around the state seeking initial and renewal certification, 2002-15  “Renewing National Board Certification” – NBPTS Mentor and Support Coach for teachers

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around the state seeking initial and renewal certification, 2002-15

PUBLICATIONS McKeithan, G. K., & Sabornie, E. J. (2018). Academic interventions for secondary students with high functioning autism in general education settings: A meta-analysis. (in progress) McKeithan, G. K., & Sabornie, E. J. (2017). Social-behavioral interventions for secondary students with high functioning autism in public school settings: A meta-analysis. (in review) Mckeithan, G. K., & Sabornie, E. J. (2017). Interventions for secondary students with high functioning autism in general education settings: A Descriptive Review. Exceptionality, 1-20. McKeithan, G. K. (2016). Controversial therapies for autism and intellectual disabilities: Fad, fashion, and science in professional practice. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities. Mckeithan, G. K. (2016). Interventions Employed in Regular Education Settings for Secondary Students with High Functioning Autism: A Meta-Analysis. (Doctoral Dissertation) North Carolina State University.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE 2016-Present, Gavin Publishers. Editorial Board Member. Educational Research Applications 2017-18, International Council for Exceptional Children, Honors Committee Member 2018, NC Council for Exceptional Children, Executive Board Secretary 2016; 2017, Council for Exceptional Children, Representative Assembly (National Conference) 2017, NC Council for Exceptional Children Immediate Past President 2016, NC Council for Exceptional Children President 2016, NC Council for Exceptional Children Conference Chair 2015, NC Council for Exceptional Children President Elect 2014, NC Council for Exceptional Children Vice President

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DEPARTMENTAL SERVICE 2016-Present, Personnel Preparation Programs Committee

HONORS AND AWARDS 2017, North Carolina Council for Exceptional Children President’s Award 2016, North Carolina State University Search Committee Member 2011-12, William Peace University Teacher Advisory Panel 2010-15, Pearson Educational Online Advanced Scorer 2008-12, NC Teaching Fellows Selection Committee – PENC representative 2007-08, Teacher of the Year Selection Committee 2006-12, National Board Assessor (Original & Renewal Certificates) 2003-16, Teacher Mentor/Mentor Coordinator 2002-18, National Board Consultant & Staff Development Facilitator 2001-21, National Board Certification, (initial 2001, renewal 2011) 1995, Adolescent Special Educator Program Project Fellow

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS  International Council for Exceptional Children o Council for Exceptional Children – Division of Autism & Developmental Disabilities o Council for Exceptional Children – Teacher Education Division  NC Council for Exceptional Children o NC CEC Teacher Education Division o NC CEC Division of Autism & Developmental Disabilities  National Board for Professional Teaching Standards  Professional Educators of North Carolina

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