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Allison Kretlow

Education:

• Ph.D. Special Education, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
• M.A.T. Special Education, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
• B.A. Elementary Education, Furman University

Program Involvement:

• Teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in the K-12 Special Education program

Professional Experience and Interests:

• Taught K-5 special education for students with mild disabilities
• Served as a Curriculum Coach for Title 1 schools
• Interests include: scaling up research-based practices in schools, instructional design for reading, math, and writing, and responsiveness to intervention

Current Research:

• National Survey investigating K-2 general educators’ use of research-based programs for reading and math
• Series of single-subject studies investigating effectiveness of inservice plus coaching on teachers’ use of research-based practices in reading and math

One Piece of Advice for Future/New Teachers:

• Every second of your day is an opportunity for high quality instruction.

Resources that you would Recommend:

• What Works Clearinghouse: Website to find evidence-based practices
• Council for Exceptional Children-Join to receive journals with great strategies and information on conferences for special educators

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Dr. Allison Kretlow

Assistant Professor

CONTACT INFORMATION

Email:    kretloag@jmu.edu
Office:    Memorial 3125 D
Phone:  540-568-6787