Ed.D. Educational Psychology, 2005, Regent University
M.A. Education in Special Education, 1984, Shippensburg University
B.S. Elementary Education, 1979, Geneva College
Presentations
Aiken, A., Heisey, N. and Schmalz, K.: Being Guest & Host in Classroom & Community: International Christian Community for Teacher Education Conference: Abilene Christian College, Abilene, TX, May 21-24, 2018.
Belcastro, E. G. & Schmalz, K. (2017, October). Making the connection: Linking theory and practice in a special education internship program. Educational Practice & Reform, 3, 43-55.
Writing Quality IEPs, McGuire Memorial School, August 2013
Teaching Students to Manage their own Behavior, PAMLE Western Region Professional Development Institute, January 2013
Grasping the Meaning of Reading: Research-Based Comprehension Strategies for Struggling Readers, PACEC Annual Conference, Co-Presenter with Elizabeth Belcastro and Geneva College Interns, November, 2010
Self-Determination: Why? And How? PFCEC Annual Conference, November 2006
Behavior Management Action Research, PFCEC Annual Conference, November 2006
Self-Determination Skills for EBD – Best Practice? TECBD (Teacher Educators for Children with Behavior Disorders), November 2004
Action Research: Increasing Teacher Effectiveness, PFCEC Annual Conference, November 2004
Battling the PSSAs (And Still Maintaining Your Sanity), PFCEC Annual Conference, November 2004
Show Me the Money: Tips for Writing Effective Grants, PFCEC Annual Conference, November 2003
Practical and Proactive Approaches to Reading Assessment and Instruction, PFCEC Annual Conference, November 2003
Courses Taught
EDU 214 - Initial Field Experience – Special Education
EDU 217 - Level 1 Initial Field Experience: Observation
EDU 219 - Level 2 Initial Field Experience: Exploration
EDU 370 - Exceptionality in the Elementary Classroom
EDU 375 - Exceptionality in the Secondary Classroom
EDU 473 - Behavioral Skill Intervention for Exceptional Children
EDU 475 - The Role and Function of the Special Education Teacher
EDU 572 - Academic Skill Intervention for Exceptional Children
EDU 573 - Behavioral Skill Intervention for Exceptional Children
EDU 575 - The Role and Function of the Special Education Teacher
EDU 591 - Grantwriting for Educators
EDU 592 - Special Education Practicum
Current Projects
During my sabbatical semester Spring ‘15, I began research on special education practices in the countries in the Top 10 for general education. I traveled to numerous countries during the semester but hope to continue my research even though the sabbatical is complete.
Affiliations, e.g., membership in professional organizations, etc.
PA Association of Colleges & Teacher Educators (PACTE)
Miscellaneous
I enjoy pottery, reading, and travel as well as spending time with family and friends.
