Dr. Deborah Taub
Assistant Professor
Education
Trinity Washington University
United States of America
Biography
All students deserve opportunities to learn (OTL), however, students who have historically been marginalized rarely have true OTL. My focus is specifically on students with disabilities, and those with the most complex support needs. OTL means that instruction, standards, and assessment are aligned. Additionally, OTL occurs only when the instructors uses research and best practices. I model and promote inclusive practices that begin with universal design for learning (UDL) and foster self-directed learners. Ultimately, education is the foundation for a just and democratic society and thus, ensuring everyone has equitable access to information and opportunities is a basic civil right.
Research Interest
Opportunity to Learn Special Education Inclusive practices and system change
Publications
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Taub, D., White, J. M., & Ryndak, D. L. (2014). Promising practices for professional development and school reform impacting students with complex instructional needs: Perceptions of an expert panel. Inclusion, 2(4), 265-285.
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Morningstar, M.E., Allcock, H. White, J., Taub, D., Kurth, J.A., Gonsier-Gerdin, J., Ryndak, D., Sauer, J., & Jorgensen, C. (2016). TASH inclusive education national research agenda: A call to action and advocacy. Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities.
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Taub, D., McCord, J., & Ryndak, D. (2017). Opportunities to Learn for students with extensive support needs: A context of evidence-based practices for all in general education classes. Journal of Special Education.
