2025 Summer Inclusion Leadership Conference: Full Schedule

10:50am EDT

From Now to Next: AI Innovations in Special Education LIMITED

Friday June 6, 2025 10:50am - 11:55am EDT

The presentation will highlight the variety of current applications of Al in special education as well as new and emerging applications. It will be an engaging workshop based on original research by the presenters.

Speakers

Dr. Dana Mason

Faculty, New Jersey City University

Dr. Dana Mason is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Technology. Prior to moving into higher education, she served in various capacities of K-12 education, primarily as a STEAM educator focusing on arts and technology integration. Her research and publications... Read More →

Christopher Shamburg

Faculty, New Jersey City University

Dr. Christopher Shamburg is a professor in the Educational Technology Department at New Nersey City University and the Coordinator of the Ed.D. in Educational Technology Leadership. He is the author of several books and numerous articles on teaching, learning, and technology. He has... Read More →

Laura Zieger

Faculty, New Jersey City University

Dr. Zieger is a pioneer in the educational technology field. Her work focuses on developing, implementing, and studying technologies to scaffold learning and increase motivation. Her expertise and experience lie at the intersection of research and technology — a unique position... Read More →

Friday June 6, 2025 10:50am - 11:55am EDT
Room 606

Session 1

1:05pm EDT

Linking Inclusive K-12 Schooling to Inclusive Postsecondary Opportunities for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities LIMITED

Friday June 6, 2025 1:05pm - 2:10pm EDT

Room 606

There are a growing number of students with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) in New Jersey schools expressing interest in following the life-paths of their same-aged peers, which includes attending a college or university. In this workshop, we will share a myriad of college opportunities that exist for students with IDD and discuss how school professionals, students, and families can become aware of their options, while also pre-planning for students to acquire college-readiness skills during high school and transition programs. Participants will learn how to assure young adults with ID are well-prepared to apply for and succeed in college.

Speakers

Matthew Falanga

Jessica Bacon

Associate Professor, Montclair State

Jessica Bacon, PhD, is an Associate Professor of the Department of Teaching & Learning at Montclair State University. Dr. Bacon coordinates dual certification teacher-preperation programs in Elementary and Early Childhood Inclusive Education. With Susan Baglieri, she is the Co-founder... Read More →

Kathryn Leonard

Director, Certificate in General Education Studies, Montclair State University

Kathryn Leonard is the Director of the Certificate in General Education Studies (CGES) program at Montclair State University, which supports students with intellectual disabilities in accessing an inclusive college experience. Kathryn has worked with people with disabilities and... Read More →

Friday June 6, 2025 1:05pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 606

Session 2

2:25pm EDT

Transitioning the AAC User to Adulthood: Goals, Implementation and Equipment LIMITED

Friday June 6, 2025 2:25pm - 3:30pm EDT

Room 606

Transitioning from the school setting to adult programming presents many challenges for AAC Users, their families and their clinical/educational team. This webinar will highlight different goals and implementation strategies that need to be considered when helping students who use AAC through this important transition. In addition, vocabulary considerations will be discussed. Finally, how and when to obtain AAC equipment and services through the adult system will be demystified.

Speakers

Barbra Seltzer, M.S., CCC-SLP, ATP

Owner/Director and Speech/Language Pathologist, Access Communication and Therapy, LLC

Barbra Seltzer, M.S.,CCC-SLP, ATP is a Speech/Language Pathologist with more than 30 years of experience working with children and adults with complex communication needs. She has worked in a variety of settings and currently works in private practice... Read More →

Kate Flaxman, M.S., CCC-SLP

AAC Specialist, Advancing Opportunities

Kate Flaxman M.S. CCC-SLP is an Augmentative Communication Specialist with Advancing Opportunities. She has had a diversified experience working with individuals with complex communication needs who benefit from AAC in early intervention, schools, adult placement settings, homes... Read More →

Friday June 6, 2025 2:25pm - 3:30pm EDT
Room 606

Session 3