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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · 18d

Consider nominating a colleague (or yourself) for one of the 2026 CEC-DR Awards! You have two months to think about it. Awards will be presented at the CEC Convention in Salt Lake City, UT in March 2026. Visit our website to learn more about each award: cecdr.org/cec-dr-awards

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Maria Hugh @mariahugh.bsky.social · Aug 5

#4SpecialEducation researchers, educators and trainers- what is one of your favorite aspects of IDEA? @cecmembership.bsky.social @tec-cec.bsky.social @tedearlycareersig.bsky.social @cec-dr.bsky.social share it here with a picture or quote that represents it!

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Jul 26

New publication written by CEC-DR Past President (‪@jessicatoste.bsky.social‬) and President-Elect (@jchow.bsky.social). The article is available open access. Click on the thread below! 👇🏼

Jessica Toste @jessicatoste.bsky.social · Jul 25

🚨 NEW PUBLICATION ALERT 🚨

Catch up on new #TosteTeam pubs! Jason Chow (@jchow.bsky.social) and I wrote this article for a special issue of Educational Psychologist. We highlight special education as a field that has prioritized the generation of scientific evidence to guide decision-making. 1/3

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Jul 26

Check out the call for proposal for the Virginia CEC Conference! The conference is November 5-7, 2025 at Old Dominion University. You can submit a proposal and register at this link: virginia.exceptionalchildren.org/events/2025-...

2025 Virginia CEC Conference

Join us for our annual Virginia Council for Exceptional Children Conference! Come learn and connect!Holiday Inn, North Beach3900 Atlantic AvenueVirginia Beach, Virginia 23451

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Jul 15

Join many of your CEC-DR friends for the 2026 @aeraedresearch.bsky.social annual meeting in Los Angeles (April 8-12, 2026)! ☀️

The deadline for submissions is July 25.

To learn more and submit, visit: www.aera.net/Events-Meeti...

CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · May 14

Join CEC-DR President @jessicatoste.bsky.social for this webinar tomorrow afternoon! 👇🏼

Jessica Toste @jessicatoste.bsky.social · Apr 9

Join me and @brennanchandler.bsky.social for a webinar on May 15. We'll be talking about word reading instruction for students in intermediate grades and #WordConnections! Webinar hosted by @cecmembership.bsky.social and @cec-dr.bsky.social. Free for members! Register: tinyurl.com/CEC-WordReading

CEC and DR webinar. Logos for both Council for Exceptional Children and Divison for Research. "Instruction to support word-level reading skils for students with disabilities in the intermediate grades." Thursday, May 15 from 4:00-5:00pm ET. Free for CEC members.

Webinar presenters. Jessica Toste, PhD, Associate Professor & Distinguished Teaching Professor. Department of Special Education. The University of Texas at Austin. Brennan Chandler, PhD. Assistant Professor. Department of Learning Sciences. Georgia State University. Register at http://tinyurl.com/CEC-WordReading

CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · May 12

IN MEMORY OF LYNN FUCHS

The field of special education lost a visionary and beloved leader with the passing of Lynn Fuchs on May 7, 2025. Her absence leaves a profound void—not only in our scholarly community, but in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

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In Memory of Lynn Fuchs

Email from CEC Division for Research May 12, 2025 In Memory of Lynn Fuchs The field of special education lost a visionary and beloved leader with the passing of Lynn Fuchs on May 7, 2025. Her absenc

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Apr 21

PHD #4SpecialEducation Students & Mentors-NOMINATE & APPLY for John Umbreit Doctoral Research Award (CEC-DEBH)- Eligible applicants are (a) enrolled in PhD program, (b) engaged in applied research for improved behavior, & (c) have an IRB-approved/process research project email [email protected]

John Umbreit Doctoral
Research Award
2025 Competition Announcement
The purpose of this award is to support an outstanding doctoral student to conduct applied behavioral research in their current area of practice. The award honors John Umbreit, who has spent more than 40 years supporting the development of future faculty
who are critical thinkers and dedicated to serving children with behavioral challenges.

An award of $1,000 will be presented annually at the Teacher Educators for Children with
Behavior Disorders conference in Tempe, Arizona. Award funds are intended to support applicant
research activities and/or to present their findings at professional conferences.
To apply for the award, please submit the following:
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A cover letter describing (a) your research experience in general, (b) your specific
experience in applied behavioral research, (c) the purpose of your proposed research and
your reason for pursuing this line of inquiry, and (d) your commitment to participating in the
annual TECBD conference in Tempe, Arizona in November if you are the award recipient.
A research proposal for a specific study or a collection of studies. The proposal is limited to
15 double-spaced pages and must clearly detail the significance, method, and potential
impact of the study.
A letter of recommendation from your advisor that specifies the potential significance of the proposed work, your ability to conduct the research, and your potential to continue this line of inquiry after graduation. A CV detailing your research, teaching, and service experience.
Applications will be reviewed by the JUDRA Committee. The award recipient will be notified in October and honored this November at the annual TECBD conference in Tempe, Arizona.
All application materials must be submitted
as one PDF to awards@debh.net
Please address any questions to
awards@debh.net
Applications Due
August 1, 2025

CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Apr 21

CEC-DR joins @CEC-DADD to support and celebrate Autistic people and the autism community. daddcec.com/blog/dadd-st...

DADD Statement on Autism and Secretary Kennedy's Remarks

April 18, 2025 - Yesterday’s comments from HHS Secretary Kennedy are deeply disappointing, profoundly damaging, and unacceptable.

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Jessica Toste @jessicatoste.bsky.social · Apr 9

Join me and @brennanchandler.bsky.social for a webinar on May 15. We'll be talking about word reading instruction for students in intermediate grades and #WordConnections! Webinar hosted by @cecmembership.bsky.social and @cec-dr.bsky.social. Free for members! Register: tinyurl.com/CEC-WordReading

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Council for Exceptional Children @cecmembership.bsky.social · Apr 18

CEC’s division, DADD, has released a statement in response to recent comments made by HHS Secretary Kennedy regarding autism. CEC echoes DADD’s commitment to individuals with autism and the importance of respectful, inclusive, and informed dialogue in all spaces.

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DADD Statement on Autism and Secretary Kennedy's Remarks

April 18, 2025 - Yesterday’s comments from HHS Secretary Kennedy are deeply disappointing, profoundly damaging, and unacceptable.

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Apr 9

President of CEC-DR, @jessicatoste.bsky.social, will be leading a webinar on word reading instruction for older students with disabilities on May 15! CEC members can register for free at tinyurl.com/CEC-WordRead...

Jessica Toste @jessicatoste.bsky.social · Apr 9

Join me and @brennanchandler.bsky.social for a webinar on May 15. We'll be talking about word reading instruction for students in intermediate grades and #WordConnections! Webinar hosted by @cecmembership.bsky.social and @cec-dr.bsky.social. Free for members! Register: tinyurl.com/CEC-WordReading

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Kaleidoscope of Teacher Education Division @ted-kaleidoscope.bsky.social · Apr 1

We are excited to announce our first virtual writing group! Drop in anytime between 10am and 3pm ET on Thursday, April 10th on Zoom to share in community with other Kaleidoscope members here: virginia.zoom.us/j/9524977233...
Hope to see many of you on April 10th!

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Apr 1

Starting off by shamelessly bragging on our exceptional board members- @jessicatoste.bsky.social @michellecumming.bsky.social @jchow.bsky.social @federicowaitoller.bsky.social @mariahugh.bsky.social - we are here to serve the membership in learning, showing, and connecting on #SpedResearchMatters

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Apr 1

Hi, I’m new here…. CEC-DR members, we want to know what you are up to! Give us a tag or reply that you’re a member and we will give you a follow! Let’s connect our #4SpecialEducation research network. @cecmembership.bsky.social

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Policy Committee of Teacher Education Division @cec-ted-policy.bsky.social · Mar 28

Our #toolkit has gotten an #upgrade! Visit our brand new #website to access a ton of #free #resources to help with your #advocacy efforts! #edpolicy #school #sped #specialeducation #specialed #teacher #swd ACCESS HERE: sites.google.com/view/ted-pol...

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Policy Committee of Teacher Education Division @cec-ted-policy.bsky.social · Mar 31

Our #podcast has a special series highlighting stories of folks who may be impacted by #edpolicy changes. This episode features Lacey Henderson, a #RN & parent to a child with significant needs. Listen on #Spotify through our Linktree (in bio)! Also on Apple Podcasts. #disability #family #medicaid

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Mar 31

Last day for @cecmembership.bsky.social free
Membership and add cec-DR for a huge discount!

CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Mar 19

From March 17–31, new members can join CEC for free! While you're at it, join CEC-Division Research for an incredibly reduced rate!

Gain access to the resources, training, and community you need to support students, #4SpecialEducation research- Join: exceptionalchildren.org/membership/a...

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Mar 29

And add Division of research membership while you are at it!

Council for Exceptional Children @cecmembership.bsky.social · Mar 28

Weekend checklist:
✅ Coffee
✅ Sign up for your FREE CEC membership
✅ Tell your educator friends all about this opportunity!

Through 3/31, new members get a free 1-year membership—that means expert resources, professional learning, and so much more.

exceptionalchildren.org/membership/a...

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Jessica Toste @jessicatoste.bsky.social · Mar 26

As President of @cec-dr.bsky.social, I am grateful for the opportunity to sign onto this letter and to AERA for coordinating these efforts!

AERA @aeraedresearch.bsky.social · Mar 26

In a new letter, AERA and other education research leaders call on Congress to protect the nation’s education data, research infrastructure, and knowledge base, by safeguarding the IES and broader Education Department staff, leadership, and mission. www.aera.net/Portals/38/E...

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Mar 26

We are proud to contribute to this letter to congressional leaders! "The federal government plays an irreplaceable role in providing high-quality, objective, trustworthy, and nonpartisan education data [...] Ultimately, it will be students, educators, communities, and the nation that bear the cost."

AERA @aeraedresearch.bsky.social · Mar 26

In a new letter, AERA and other education research leaders call on Congress to protect the nation’s education data, research infrastructure, and knowledge base, by safeguarding the IES and broader Education Department staff, leadership, and mission. www.aera.net/Portals/38/E...

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Mar 26

New episode of: DiveIn! @federicowaitoller.bsky.social the growing role of AI in education. W/ @digitalliterate.bsky.social , Joaquin Arguello & Richard Carter Jr.. discuss transparency, standardization, AI, teachers, & students. Listen to episodes at divein.alitu.com/.../0c12d8cc.... Spotify/Apple

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Mary Rice @digitalliterate.bsky.social · Mar 24

Council for Exceptional Children podcast about students with dis/abilities and AI. I am a guest alongside my frequent co-author and LLSS grad student Joaquín T. Argüello de Jesús. divein.alitu.com/1?order=newe...

DiveIn: Diving into Special Education's Most Complex and Pressing Debates

Join Dr. Federico Waitoller for DiveIn, the podcast that explores the most complex and pressing debates in Special Education. Sponsored by the Division of Research of the Council for Exceptional Child...

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CEC Division for Research (CEC-DR) @cec-dr.bsky.social · Mar 20

🚨 TAKE ACTION NOW 🚨

Council for Exceptional Children @cecmembership.bsky.social · Mar 20

🚨The White House just issued an executive order to close the U.S. Department of Education. Eliminating ED or moving IDEA to another agency will be a step backward in serving those with disabilities.

Tell your representatives to protect ED: exceptionalchildren.org/lac?vvsrc=/C...

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Council for Exceptional Children @cecmembership.bsky.social · Mar 19

When you join CEC, you become a part of a community of professionals dedicated to improving the success of children and youth with disabilities and/or gifts and talents.

From March 17–31, new members can join CEC for free! Join today: exceptionalchildren.org/membership/a...

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