Melinda R. Pierson, Ph.D.Professor

College of EducationDepartment of Special Education

California State University, FullertonP.O. Box 6868

Fullerton, CA 92834-6868(714) 278-3573

mpierson@fullerton.edu

EDUCATION

1999 (December) Ph.D., Education: Emphasis in Special Education University of California, RiversideDissertation: “Self-Concept: Differences Among Gender, Class Placement, and Rank Within Placement Among Adolescents” Emphasis in mild/moderate disabilities, methodology, and multicultural special education

1998 (September) Crosscultural Language and Academic Development (CLAD) CertificateUniversity of San Diego

1994 (December) M.S., Education: Emphasis in Special EducationCalifornia State University, Fullerton

1994 (May) Clear Specialist Instruction Credential in Special Education: Learning Handicapped. Expiration: Feb. 1, 2004California State University, Fullerton

1992 (June) Professional Clear Single Subject Teaching Credential: English with supplementary authorizations in U.S. History and theHistory of California. Expiration: Feb. 1, 2004Westmont College, Santa Barbara, CA

1992 (May) B.A., English, Magna cum laudeWestmont College, Santa Barbara, CA

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Tenure-Track Faculty Positions

California State University, Fullerton

Jan. 2008 – Present -Chair

Aug. 2007 – Dec. 2007 -Vice Chair

Aug. 2005 – Aug. 2007 - Professor-Level II Coodinator-California State Special Education Task Force-2005 Outstanding Teacher Scholar Award

Aug. 2002 – Aug. 2005 -Associate Professor-Chair of the College Curriculum Committee-Department of SPED BTEP Representative-Coordinator of the SPED Online Level II Committee-Teach numerous courses in the Department of SPED as well as supervise student teachers every semester-2004 OutstandingScholar Award-2004 Early Distinguished Career Award

California State Polytechnic University, PomonaSept. 1999 – Aug. 2002 -Assistant Professor

-WIN-WIN U.S. Dept. of Education Project Coordinator

-Faculty Advisor for the Student Chapterof the Council for Exceptional Children-Taught an extensive number of courses in the specialeducation credential program

University Teaching Experience

California State University, FullertonJanuary 1996 – June 1999 Supervisor of Student Teachers

August 1996 – June 1999 Instructor for the following courses: Mainstreaming, Foundations in Elementary School Teaching: Social Studies, Advanced Instruction for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities, Assessment of Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities

University of California, Riverside ExtensionJuly 1997 – August 2000 Instructor for the following courses: Tests and

Measurement, Legislation and Trends in Education, Introduction to Children with Special Needs

K-12 Teaching Experience

Ontario-Montclair School DistrictAugust 1995 – June 1999 Special Day Class Teacher: Mild/Moderate

Disabilities Vernon Middle School, Montclair, CAGrades 6, 7, and 8

San Marcos Unified School DistrictAugust 1994 – June 1995 Special Day Class Teacher: Mild/Moderate

Disabilities and Severe DisabilitiesSan Marcos High School, San Marcos, CAGrades 9, 10, 11, and 12

Ontario-Montclair School DistrictAugust 1992 – June 1994 Special Day Class Teacher: Severe

Language DisordersEl Camino School, Ontario, CAGrades 4, 5, and 6

Carpinteria Unified School DistrictJanuary 1992 – June 1992 Student Teacher: English

Carpinteria High School, Carpinteria, CAGrade 11Student Teacher: EnglishCarpinteria Junior High School, Carpinteria, CAGrades 7 and 8

Volunteer TeachingAugust 1990 – Dec. 1990 Special Activities Assistant

Beverly School for the Deaf, Beverly, MAGrades K – 12

Administrative ExperienceMarch 1998 – July 1998 Lead Teacher for the K-8 Extended Year

Program in Special EducationOntario-Montclair School District

September 1996 – Jan. 1998 Strategic Planning Leadership TeamVernon Middle School, Montclair, CA

ARTICLES IN REFEREED JOURNALS

Howell, E.J., Pierson, M.R., & Pullen, J.H. (in review). Autism and inclusive Sunday School practices:Family perspectives. Journal of Religion, Disability, and Health.

Pierson, M.R., Carter, E.W., Lane, K.L., & Glaeser, B.C. (in press). Factors influencing the self-deter-mination of transition-age youth with high incidence disabilities. Career Development for Exceptional Individuals.

Carter, E. W., Lane, K. L., Pierson, M. R., & Stang, K. K. (2008). Promoting self-determination for transition-age youth: Views of high school general and special educators. Exceptional Children, 75, 55-70.

Lane, K.L., Carter, E.W., Pierson, M.R., & Stang, K. (in press). Middle and elementary school teachers’ Perceptions of self-determination skills: Are they more alike than different? ExceptionalChildren.

Lane, K.L., Pierson, M.R., Stang, K., & Carter, E.W. (in press). Teacher expectations of students’ classroom behavior: To what extent do expectations vary as function of school risk?

Remedial and special education.

Stang, K., Carter, E.W., Lane, K.L., & Pierson, M.R. (in press). Perspectives of general and special Educators: Fostering self-determination in elementary and middle schools. Journal of Special

Education.

Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser, B.C. (2007). Using Comic Strip Conversations to increasesocial satisfaction and decrease loneliness in students with autism spectrum disorder. Educationand Training in Developmental Disabilities, 42(4), 460-466.

Pierson, M.R., & Howell, E. J. (2006). Pre-service teachers’ perceptions of inclusion. Academic ExchangeQuarterly, 10(3), 169-173.

Lane, K.L., Pierson, M.R., Carter, E., & Glaeser, B.C. (2006) Academic, social, and behavioral, profiles of high school students with emotional disturbances and learning disabilities: Are they more alike than different?. Journal of Behavior and Emotional Disorders, 14(2), 108-117.

Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser., B.C. (2005). Extension of research on social skills training using comic stripConversations to students without autism. Education and Training in Developmental Disabilities,40(3), 279-284.

Carter, E., Lane, K.L., Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser, B.C. (2005). Self-determination skills and opportunities of transition-age youth with emotional disturbances and learning disabilities. Exceptional Children,72(3), 333-346.

Pierson, M.R., Cortez, F., & Shea, A.M. (2004). Self-advocacy programs for students with Disabilities. Academic Exchange Quarterly.

Lane, K.L, Pierson, M.R., Robertson, E. J., & Little, A. (2004). Teachers’ views of prereferralinterventions: Perceptions of and recommendations for implementation support. Education and Treatment of Children. 27(4), 420-439.

Pierson, M.R. & Edwards, L.J. (2004). Research-based interventions to improve loneliness in adolescents. The Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 17,,45-52.

Lane, K.L., Pierson, M.R., & Givner, C.C. (2004). Secondary teachers’ views on social competence: Skills essential for success. The Journal of Special Education, 38(3), 174-186.

Lane, K.L., Givner, C.C., & Pierson, M.R. (2004). Teacher expectations of student behavior: Social skills necessary for success in elementary school classrooms. The Journal of Special Education, 38, 104-110.

Lane, K.L., Pierson, M.R., & Givner, C.C. (2003). Teacher expectations of student behavior: Which skills do elementary and secondary teachers deem necessary for success in the classroom? Education and Treatment of Children, 26, 413-430.

Glaeser, B.C., Pierson, M.R., & Fritschman, N. (2003). Comic Strip Conversations: A positive behavioral support strategy. Teaching Exceptional Children, 36(2), 14-19.

Pierson, M.R., & Davis, J. (2003). Successful preparation of teachers of students with disabilities. Academic Exchange Quarterly, 7(3), 268-273.

Pierson, M.R., & Edwards, L.J. (2003). Loneliness and social dissatisfaction among adolescents in general and special education. The Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 16, 11-18.

Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser, B.C. (2003). Revisiting the language experience approach. Academic Exchange Quarterly, 7(1), 122-125.

Glaeser, B.C., & Pierson, M.R. (2002). An instructional model for improving reading comprehension for students with and without learning disabilities during content instruction. Proven Practice, 4(1), 11-17.

Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser, B. C. (2002). Self-concept and gender: Differences across class placement and rank within placement among adolescents. Academic Exchange Quarterly, 6(2), 152-157.

Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser, B.C. (2002). Academic importance: Differences among adolescents grouped by class placement and rank within placement. The Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 15, 21-28.

Lane, K.L., Lambros, K., Pierson, M.R., & Beebe-Frankenberger, M. (2001). Designing effective interventions for children at-risk for antisocial behavior: An integrated model of components necessary for making valid inferences. Psychology in the Schools, 38(4), 365-379.

Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser, B.C. (2001). Characteristics and accommodations for college students with learning disabilities. The Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 14, 55-57.

MONOGRAPHS AND BOOK CHAPTERS

Kolar, C., & Pierson, M.R. (2007). Assistive Technology: Instructional Materials and Resources. The General Education/Special Education Statewide Task Force Report. Sacramento, CA:

Resources in Special Education.

Karge, B.D., McCabe, M., Ferko, D., Glaeser, B.C., Phillips, B., Pierson, M.R., Stang, K., & Sylva, J. (Eds.). (2004). California special education intern program monograph.

BOOK REVIEWS

Pierson, M.R. (2007). Review of the book Special education for all teachers (4th ed.). Mesa, AZ:Kendall-Hunt Publications.

Pierson, M.R. (2007). Review of the book Sensorcises: Active enrichment for the out-of-step learner. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press.

Pierson, M.R. (2006). Review of the book Joyful learning: Active and collaborative learning in inclusiveClassrooms. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press.

Pierson, M.R. (2005). Review of the book Reading assessments and intervention strategies for K-2. New York, NY: Scholastic. Education Review.

Pierson, M.R. (2004). Review of the book Literacy instruction for children who are at risk: Strategies for Teachers. New York, NY: Allyn and Bacon.

Pierson, M.R. (2004). Review of the book Smart play: 101 fun, easy games that enhance intelligence.Education Review. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press.

Pierson, M.R. (2004). Review of the book Just-right writing mini-lessons. New York, NY: Scholastic. Education Review.

EDITORIALS

Pierson, M.R., Stang, K.K., Varner, B. (2008). Book Introduction. Sound Intsruction Volume II: Readyto Use Classroom Practice.

Stang, K., & Pierson, M.R. (2006). Editorial: Educational Assessment Issue. Academic Exchange Quarterly, 10(3), 4.

Stang, K., & Pierson, M.R. (2005). Editorial: Consultation and Assessment Issue. Academic ExchangeQuarterly, 9(3), 2-3.

Stang, K., & Pierson, M.R. (2004). Editorial: Consultation Issue. Academic Exchange Quarterly, 8(3),2-3.

Ashton, T.M., Murawski, W.W., & Pierson, M.R. (2003). Editorial: Collaboration and Consultation Issue. Academic Exchange Quarterly, 7(3), 2-3.

Ashton, T.M, & Pierson, M.R. (2002). Editorial: Special Education Issue. Academic Exchange Quarterly, 6(2), 2-3.

SCHOLARLY AND CREATIVE WORK

June 2004 Multiplicity CD Finifrock, J., & Pierson, M.R.Multiplicity Lesson Planning Guide for Teachers: Multiplication X Simplicity = Multiplicity Pierson, M.R., & Finifrock, J. *Teaching the multiplication tables through musical patterns*Ideal for special education students*Accepted for publication, DAC Educational Publishing

September 2002 Prereferral Interventions: Intervention Support Questionnaire (PISSQ)Lane, K.L, & Pierson, M.R.

March 2001 Elementary Teachers’ Expectations of Student PerformanceQuestionnaire**Measures Cooperation, Empathy, and Self-Control of StudentsLane, K.L., Givner, C., & Pierson, M.R.

March 2001 Secondary Teachers’ Expectations of Student PerformanceQuestionnaire**Measures Cooperation, Assertion, and Self-Control of StudentsLane, K.L., Givner, C., & Pierson, M.R.

January 2001 A self-advocacy handbook for students with special needs. Rabideau, R., & Pierson, M.R.Anaheim, CA: DAC Educational Publishing.

DOCTORAL DISSERTATION

Pierson, M.R. (1999). Self-Concept: Differences Among Gender, Class Placement, and Rank WithinPlacement Among Adolescents. Unpublished doctoral dissertation. University of California, Riverside.

EDITORIAL EXPERIENCE

Dec. 2008 Book EditorSound Instruction: Ready to Use Classroom Practice, Volume II

Nov. 2008 Ad Hoc Reviewer Remedial and Special Education

Feb. 2006-present Feature Editor Academic Exchange QuarterlyIssue Topic: Collaboration and Consultation in Education

Fall 2004 Subject Editor Academic Exchange QuarterlyIssue Topic: Collaboration and Consultation in Education

Fall 2003 Subject Editor Academic Exchange Quarterly 7(3)Issue Topic: Collaboration and Consultation in EducationCo-editor: Tamarah Ashton, Ph.D.

Aug. 2003 – Feb. 2006 Executive Editor Academic Exchange Quarterly*Invited Position – Responsible for all reviewer activities

Jan. 2003 – Present Subject Editor Academic Exchange Quarterly 7(3)Academic Exchange Quarterly 8(3)

Ongoing Topic: Educational AssessmentEditorial intern: Erica Howell

Fall 2000-Spring 2005 Associate Editor Academic Exchange Quarterly*Consistently review manuscripts in the following areas: multicultural education, assessment,literacy, service learning

August-Sept. 2002 Reviewer of Conference Papers2003 Hawaii International Conference on EducationHonolulu, Hawaii

Reviewed special education proposals for conference presentations

August-Sept. 2002 Reviewer of Conference Papers2003 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual MeetingChicago, Illinois Reviewed special education proposals for conference presentations

Summer 2002 Subject Editor Academic Exchange Quarterly 6(2)Issue Topic: Special Education: Issues Related to Teaching Students with DisabilitiesCo-editor: Tamarah Ashton, Ph.D.

February 2002 Assistant Editor The Journal of InterdisciplinaryStudiesA Journal of Research and Innovative Activities for the University Community

INVITED PRESENTATIONS

Smith, J., & Pierson, M.R. (October, 2009). Admissions Steps for the Education Specialist Credential.5th Annual CSUF/Community College TEPAC Conference. Fullerton, California.

Pierson, M.R. (April, 2009). High School Inclusive Education. 3rd Annual Autism Conference. Brea, California. (Focus group facilitator)

Pierson, M.R., & Smith, J. (April, 2009). Change the world; one child at a time. 5th Annual TeachingTomorrow’s Teachers Conference. Fullerton, California.

Pierson, M.R. (April 2007). Learning and the brain: What parents need to know. Richfield Community Church, Yorba Linda, California.

Pierson, M.R. (May, 2006). Postiive Discipline to Build Strong Families. Mothers of Preschoolers, Canyon Hills Friends Church, Yorba Linda, California.

Pierson, M.R. (November, 2004). Students with disabilities: What every teacher should know!Student California Teachers’ Association, Cal State Fullerton.

Pierson, M.R. (September, 2005). Learning and the brain: What parents need to know. Brea United Methodist Preschool, Brea, California.

Pierson, M.R. (May, 2005). Postiive Discipline to Build Strong Families. Richfield Community Church,Yorba Linda Community Center, Yorba Linda, California.

Pierson, M.R. (February, 2005). The Concept Mastery Routine and English Language Learners.Tri-City BTSA Induction – Glendora, California.

Pierson, M.R. (February, 2005). The Concept Mastery Routine and English Language Learners.Tri-City BTSA Induction – Charter Oak, California.

Pierson, M.R. (February, 2005). The Concept Mastery Routine and English Language Learners.Tri-City BTSA Induction – West Covina, California.

Pierson, M.R. (November, 2004). Students with disabilities: What every teacher should know!Road to Teaching Conference, Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, California.

Pierson, M.R. (November, 2004). Positive parenting. Our Savior’s Children Center, Orange, California.

Pierson, M.R. (August, 2004). It’s a jungle out there! Strategies for making and keeping friends. Transitions Workshop for Adolescents, Learning Disabilities Association Annual Summer Symposium, Claremont, California.

Pierson, M.R. (August, 2004). Social skills development for adolescents with disabilities. Learning Disabilities Association Annual Summer Symposium, Claremont, California.

Pierson, M.R. (July, 2004). Nurturing young brains: Ideas for academic and social development. Orangewood Children’s Home Cottage Staff Development and Training, County of Orange SocialServices Agency.

Pierson, M.R. (July, 2004). Learning and the brain: What parents need to know. Our Savior’s Children’sCenter, Orange, California.

Pierson, M.R. (May, 2004). Nurturing Your Child’s Brain: Recent Research, Resources, and Practical Strategies. Yorba Linda Community Center, Yorba Linda, California.

Pierson, M.R. (January, 2004). Learning and the brain: What parents need to know. Children’sCenter, California State University, Fullerton.

Pierson, M.R. (November, 2003). Students with disabilities: What all teachers should know.Road to Teaching Future Teachers Conference: Santa Ana Community College.

Eggleton, S., Karge, B.D., Pierson, M.R., & Stang, K. (Novermber, 2003). Teambuilding, collaboration, and Inclusion. Staff Development Day: Brea-Olinda Unified School District.

Pierson, M.R. (September, 2003). Self-advocacy strategies for students with disabilities. The Inland Empire Autism Society Annual Conference – High Hopes TransitionWorkshop: Ontario, California.

Pierson, M.R. (September, 2003). Self-advocacy strategies for students with disabilities: Tips for parents, care-givers, and teachers. The Inland Empire Autism SocietyAnnual Conference: Ontario, California.

Pierson, M.R. (September, 2003). Creative and scholarly work at Cal State Fullerton in the field of autism. Distinguished Lecture Series Hosted by the CSUF Instituteof Gerontology: Fullerton, California.

Glaeser, B.C., & Pierson, M.R. (May, 2003). Collaboration and co-teaching: The Power of Two. Rialto High School Workshop: Rialto, California. PAID PRESENTER.

Pierson, M.R. (November, 2002). How can I be an effective self-advocate? LearningDisabilities Association of California Annual Conference- Building FoundationsTransition Workshop: Ontario, California.

Pierson, M.R. (November, 2002). Self-advocacy strategies for students with mild tomoderate disabilities. Learning Disabilities Association of California Annual Conference: Ontario, California.

Davis, J., & Pierson, M.R. (February, 2001). The WIN-WIN approach to teacher Preparation: Meeting the needs of minority students with disabilities. OSEP-Funded Personnel Preparation Grants Annual Conference: Washington, D.C.

REFEREED PRESENTATIONS

Howell, E.J., & Pierson, M.R. (2010). Religious education for children with autism spectrumdisorder: Perspectives of families and religious leaders. International Conference on Autism,Cognitive Disabilities/Mental Retardation, and Other Developmental Disabilities. Maui, Hawaii.

Karge, B.D., , & Pierson, M.R. (2010). Infusion of paraprofessional training in alternative certification programs.. International Conference on Autism, Cognitive Disabilities/Mental Retardation, and Other Developmental Disabilities. Maui, Hawaii.

Pierson, M.R. (October, 2008). Online learning for interns: Benefits and challenges. International Conference on Cognitive Disabilities/Mental Retardation, Autism, and Other Developmental Disabilities (CEC-DDD): San Diego, CA.

Howell, E.J., Pierson, M.R., & Pullen, J.H. (October, 2008). The impact of inclusive Sunday school for children with autism: Family perspectives. International Conference on Cognitive Disabilities/Mental Retardation, Autism, and Other Developmental Disabilities (CEC-DDD): San

Diego, CA.

Pierson, M.R. (April, 2008). Online learning in a special education credential course.. Pacific RimConference on Disabilities: Honolulu, HI.

Pierson, M.R. (April, 2008). Teaching self-advocacy to students with cognitive disabilities. Pacific RimConference on Disabilities: Honolulu, HI.

Howell, E.J., Pierson, M.R., & Pullen, J.H. (March, 2008). The impact of inclusive Sunday school for children with disabilities: Family perspectives. National Association of Christian Special Educators: Azusa, CA.

Howell, E.J., & Pierson, M.R. (March, 2008). Developing comic strip conversations and social stories for students with autism spectrum disorder: Research to practice.. National Association of Christian Special Educators: Azusa, CA.

Pierson, M.R. (January, 2007). Comic strip conversations and social stories for students with autism spectrum disorder. International Conference on Cognitive Disabilities/Mental Retardation,Autism, and Other Developmental Disabilities (CEC-DDD): Kona, Hawaii.

Pierson, M.R. (January, 2007). Teaching self-advocacy to students with cognitive disabilities. International Conference on Cognitive Disabilities/Mental Retardation,Autism, and Other Developmental Disabilities (CEC-DDD): Kona, Hawaii.

Pierson, M.R. (March, 2005). Becoming a successful self-advocate in the community. Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities: Honolulu, HI.

Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser, B.C. (October, 2005). Comic Strip Conversations and Social Stories: Positivebehavioral support strategies for students with learning disabilities. 27th International Conferenceon Learning Disabilities: Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

Glaeser, B.C., & Pierson, M.R. (October, 2005). Effective writing strategies for students with learningDisabilities. 27th International Conference on Learning Disabilities: Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

Carter, E.W., Lane, K.L., Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser, B.C. (October, 2005). Self-determination for studentswith learning disabilities and serious emotional disturbance. Council for Exceptional Children’s Conference for the Division on Career Development and Transition: Albuquerque, NM.

Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser, B.C. (March, 2005). Comic strip conversations: A positive behavioral supportStray. Riverside International Conference on Abuse and Disability: Riverside, CA.

Pierson, M.R. (February 2005). Innovative writing strategies for students with mild/moderate disabilities.Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities: Honolulu, Hawaii – presented by Dr. Barbara Glaeser.

Glaeser, B.C., Stang, K., & Pierson, M.R. (January, 2005). Creating and sustaining effective teams to enhance student achievement. 2005 Academic Affairs Forum: Fullerton, CA.

Lane, K.L., Walker, E., Pierson, M.R. & Glaeser, B.C. (November, 2004). Transition-age youth with learning and behavior difficulties: Academic, social, behavioral, and self-determination profiles.. Teacher Educators of Children with Behavioral Disorders International Conference: Tempe, Arizona.

Pierson, M.R., Glaeser, B.C., Howell, E.J. (October, 2004). Comic strip conversations and social stories: Positive Behavioral support strategies. Council for Exceptional Children’s Division

Developmental Disabilities: Las Vegas, Nevada.

Pierson, M.R., Stang, K., & Glaeser, B.C. (October, 2004). Creating and sustaining effective teams to enhance student achievement. 26th International Conference on Learning Disabilities: Las Vegas, Nevada.

Pierson, M.R. (2004, October). Extraordinary parenting: Nurturing your child academically and socially.Learning Disabilities Association of Southern California State Conference: Ontario, California.

Pierson, M.R. (2004, October). Strategies for facilitating self-advocacy: The role of parents and siblings..Learning Disabilities Association of Southern California State Conference: Ontario, California.

Pierson, M.R. (2004, May). Social skills and problem behaviors: Student differences in general and special education. Learning Disabilities Association of Northern California State Conference: San Mateo, California.

Pierson, M.R. (2004, May). Learning and the brain: Resources for parents and educators. Learning Disabilities Association of Northern California State Conference: San Mateo, California.

Pierson, M.R. (2004, March). Activities to improve social awareness of primarystudents without disabilities in inclusive classrooms. Pac Rim 2004 – The 20th Annual

International Conference on Disabilities: Waikiki, Hawaii.

Pierson, M.R. (2004, March). Strategies for facilitating self-advocacy: The role of parents and siblings. Pac Rim 2004 – The 20th Annual International Conference on Disabilities: Waikiki, Hawaii.

Glaeser, B.C., Karge, B.D., Pierson, M.R. (2004, March). Inclusive educational practices at professionaldevelopment sites. Pac Rim 2004 – The 20th Annual International Conference on Disabilities: Waikiki, Hawaii.

Lane, K.L., & Pierson, M.R. (2003, November). Teacher perceptions of interventionsgenerated byprereferral intervention teams: The merits of direct assistance. Teacher Educators of Childrenwith Behavioral Disorders International Conference: Tempe, Arizona.

Pierson, M.R. (2003, October). Learning and the brain: Current research and resources for parents and educators. Orange County Association for Educator’s of Young Children Fall Conference: Fullerton, California.

Glaeser, B.C., & Pierson, M.R. (2003, April). Collaboration and co-teaching for teachers of students with learning differences. Council for Exceptional Children Convention and Exposition: Seattle, Washington.

**Submitted proposal and prepared presentation, Dr. Glaeserpresented the material.

Pierson, M.R. (2003, April). Self-advocacy for students with mild to moderateDisabilities. Council for Exceptional Children Convention and Exposition: Seattle, Washington.

Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser, B.C. (2003, March). Effective teaching and assessment practices for college students with disabilities. CSU Fullerton’s 7th Annual

Assessment Conference: Fullerton, California.

Pierson, M.R., & Glaeser, B.C. (2003, March). Social stories and comic stripconversations: Positive behavioral techniques. The Riverside Conference on Abuse and Disability, 9th National – 2nd International Conference on Abuse of Children Adults with Disabilities: Riverside, California.

Pierson, M.R. (2003, February). Addressing feelings of loneliness in adolescents with disabilities. Pac Rim 2003 – The 19th Annual International Conference on Disabilities: Waikiki, Hawaii.

Pierson, M.R. (2003, February). Teacher perceptions of social skills and problem behaviors among elementary students in general and special education. Pac Rim

2003 – The 19th Annual International Conference on Disabilities: Waikiki, Hawaii.

Glaeser, B.C., & Pierson, M.R. (2002, November). Elementary adaptations of SIMstrategies. Council for Exceptional Children – California State Federation Annual Conference: Monterey, California.

Pierson, M.R. (2002, November). Empowering children with disabilities through apositive self-concept. Council for Exceptional Children – California State Federation Annual Conference: Monterey, California.

Lane, K.L., & Pierson, M.R. (2002, November). Teacher expectations of student behavior: Social skills necessary for success in elementary school classrooms.Teacher Educators for Children with Behavior Disorders National Conference:

Tempe, Arizona.

Pierson, M.R. (2002, March). Your child CAN win!! (even with a learning disability!).Pac Rim 2002 – The 18th Annual International Conference on Disabilities: Waikiki, Hawaii.

Pierson, M.R. (2002, March). Self-advocacy strategies for students with mild tomoderate disabilities. Pac Rim 2002 – The 18 th Annual International Conference on Disabilities: Waikiki, Hawaii.

Pierson, M.R., & Edwards, L.J. (2001, November). Self-advocacy strategies forstudents with mild to moderate disabilities. The Council for Exceptional Children State Conference: San Diego, CA.

Pierson, M.R. (2001, March). Empowering children with a positive self-concept. PacRim 2001- The 17th Annual International Conference on Disabilities: Waikiki, Hawaii.

Pierson, M.R. (2001, March). Activities for stimulating brain development in young children. Pac Rim 2001 – The 17th Annual International Conference onDisabilities: Waikiki, Hawaii.

Pierson, M.R. (2001, February). Self-concept and loneliness: Differences among adolescents. Learning Disabilities Association International Conference:

New York, New York.

Pierson, M.R. (2000, November). The assessment of self-concept and loneliness amonghispanic adolescents in general and special education. CEC – Council for Educational Diagnostic Services, National Topical Conference: San Diego, California.

Robb, S.R., Davis, J., & Pierson, M.R. (2000, November). The WIN-WIN approach toteacher preparation: Meeting the needs of minority students with disabilities. CEC – Teacher Education Division National Conference: Las Vegas, Nevada.

Pierson, M.R. (2000, October). Teaching linguistically diverse exceptional learnersusing the language experience approach. CEC – Division for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Exceptional Learners, National Symposium on Diversity in the New Millennium: Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Pierson, M.R. (2000, October). Self-Concept and loneliness: Differences amongadolescents in general and special education. CEC – Division for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Exceptional Learners, National Symposium on Diversity in the New Millennium: Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Pierson, M.R. (2000, October). Effective teaching practices for college students withdisabilities. CSU Symposium on Teaching and Learning: Sacramento, California.

GRANTS

July 2009- California State Alternative Certification/Intern Program GrantJuly 2010

July 2008- California State Alternative Certification/Intern Program Grant, Co-Director:June 2009 Belinda Karge

June 2004 2004 Summer Training Institute Grant Recipient – Advanced Blackboard UsersCal State Fullerton

November 2002 - Project WIN-WIN External EvaluatorDecember 2004 Project WIN-WIN Approach to Teacher Preparation: Meeting the Needs of

Minority Students with Disabilities: Evaluation Report*Evaluated 4 year project funded by the U.S. Dept. of Education*Paid consultant

March 2003 “Collaboration at the Middle School Level: Enhancing the(Not funded) Experiences of Student Teachers”

Professional Development Site ProposalFaculty Enhancement and Instructional Development GrantCalifornia State University, Fullerton

January 2002 President’s Mini-Grant Recipient – Travel FundsCalifornia State Polytechnic University, Pomona

October 2001 Faculty Development Center Mini-Grant Recipient – Travel FundsCalifornia State Polytechnic University, Pomona

January 2001 President’s Mini-Grant Recipient – Travel Funds

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

October 2000 Faculty Development Center Mini-Grant Recipient – Travel FundsCalifornia State Polytechnic University, Pomona

May 2000 Project ACCESS: Achieving Collaborative Curriculum Effect on(Not funded) Student Success

*U.S. Department of Education – Projects of National Significance*$600,000 over three years to train preservice and inservice teachers collaborative strategies, over $1,000,000 total requested*Received Proposal Development Incentive Award from Dean Navarro, College of Education, Cal Poly Pomona

April 2000 The WIN-WIN Approach to Educating Special Educators*Wrote two refunding proposals – Approved June 2000 and June 2001*Interviewed interns weekly*Led intern orientations on Thursday evenings*Active recruitment of students at the following conferences:CDEL-CEC Albuquerque, New MexicoCEDS-CEC San Diego, CaliforniaCABE Los Angeles, CaliforniaLDA New York, New YorkPacfic Rim 2001 Waikiki, Hawaii Pacific Rim 2002 Waikiki, Hawaii

AWARDS

April 2005 Outstanding Teacher/Scholar AwardDepartment of Special EducationCal State Fullerton

May 2004 Early Distinguished Career AwardCollege of HDCSCal State Fullerton

March 2004 Outstanding Scholarly and Creative Activity AwardDepartment of Special EducationCal State Fullerton

INSTITUTES

2008-09 University Leadership Development Program*Proposal accepted

CALIFORNIA STATE SERVICE

July 2008- Co-Director: California State Alternative Certification/InternJune 2009 Program Grant

September 2005 - California State Special Education Task ForcePresent CSU Chancellor’s Office

Long Beach, California

COMMUNITY SERVICE ACTIVITIES AND PRESENTATIONS

November 2009 Fulbright Senior Specialist

Fulbright Program, United States

September 2009 IRIS Module Field-TesterVanderbilt University

September 2009 Manuscript Reviewer – Community Involvement in Transition Programs-SAGE Publications Company, Corwin PressThousand Oaks, CA

June 2009 Proposal Reviewer-CEC 2010 Conference, Division on Developmental Disabilities

June 2007 Hawthorne Educational Services-Data collection for norming samples

June 2007 Proposal Reviewer, McGraw-Hill Publishing-Introduction to Special Education and Diversity Textbook

June 2007 Proposal Reviewer, Kendall-Hunt Publishing-Special Education for all Teachers Textbook

July 2007 Preschool Vacation Bible School CoordinatorRichfield Community ChurchYorba Linda, CA

July 2005 Preschool Vacation Bible School CoordinatorRichfield Community ChurchYorba Linda, CA

May 2005 Tour Leader and Coordinator for Mariposa Elementary School-Led 6th graders on an all day scavenger hunt at CSUFCal State Fullerton

May 2005 VolunteerCSUF Special GamesFullerton, CA

May 2005 Positive Discipline for Strong FamiliesYorba Linda Community CenterYorba Linda, CA

April 2005 What Every Teacher Should Know About Special EducationMultiple Subject Credential Block PresentationCal State Fullerton

April 2005 Casa de Paz Orphanage SchoolEnsenada, Mexico*Consulted with teachers*Set up supplies/organized curriculum

November 2004 Friendship Building, Conference Coordinator2nd Annual Best Buddies Southern California ConferenceCal State Fullerton-Wrote all curriculum, held planning meetings, coordinated all volunteers-Cancelled two days prior to event due to Best Buddie’s failure to advertise

November 2004 Positive ParentingOur Savior’s Children’s CenterOrange, California

October 2004 Coordinator of VolunteersCalifornia State Conference – Learning Disabilities AssociationOntario, CA

September 2004 - Communications DirectorJune 2004 Fairmont Elementary School

Yorba Linda, CA

September 2004 - Classroom VolunteerJune 2004 Fairmont Elementary School

Yorba Linda, CA

July 2004 Preschool Vacation Bible School CoordinatorRichfield Community ChurchYorba Linda, CA

May 2004 Tour Leader and Coordinator for Mariposa Elementary School-Led 6th graders on an all day scavenger hunt at CSUFCal State Fullerton

May 2004 Special Games VolunteerCal State Fullerton

May 2004 Everything You Should Know About Special Education!EDEL 439B, El Toro CampusCal State Fullerton

May 2004 Teacher Training Preschool – 6th Grade Sunday School TeachersRichfield Community ChurchYorba Linda, CA

April 2004 Learning and the brain: Strategies for parents to stimulate young children’s brainsMothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)Invited SpeakerWhittier Plymouth Congregational ChurchWhittier, CA

April 2004 Blended Teacher Education Representative for the Department of SPEDCal State Fullerton Day for Prospective StudentsCal State Fullerton

March 2004 Department of Special Education RepresentativeCSUF DayCal State Fullerton

March 2004 Proposal ReviewerJournal of Applied Research in the Community College (JARCC)Kluwer Academic Publishers

March 2004 Everything You Should Know About Special Education!

Student – California Teaching Association ConferenceCalifornia State University, Fullerton

January 2004 Teambuilding, Collaboration, and InclusionBrea-Olinda Unified School DistrictSpecial Education Teachers’ Staff Development Day

December 2003- Faculty AdvisorMay 2004 Studies in the Word

Cal State Fullerton

December 2003 Teambuilding, Collaboration, and InclusionFollow-up Staff Development DayBrea Junior High Special Education Staff

November 2003 - Faculty AdvisorPresent Student Chapter, California Teachers’ Association (SCTA)

*2003-2004 Outstanding Local Chapter Award*Recognition for largest membership increase in one year*180+ members

November 2003 Friendship Development, Conference Coordinator1st Annual Best Buddies Southern California ConferenceCal State Fullerton-Wrote all curriculum, held planning meetings, coordinated all volunteers

November 2003 Teambuilding, Collaboration, and InclusionBrea Junior High and Brea-Olinda High School Staff Development Day

November 2003 Extraordinary parenting: Building an academically, socially, andspiritually successful childMothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)Invited SpeakerEvangelical Free Church, Yorba Linda

October 2003 Master Teacher TrainingBrea Junior High School

October 2003 The Power of TwoLeadership in Special EducationCalifornia State Polytechnic University, Pomona

September 2003 - Classroom VolunteerJune 2004 Fairmont Elementary School

Yorba Linda, CA

July 2003 Activities to Stimulate Your Child’s BrainCity of Yorba Linda Parks and RecreationPaid Presenter

July 2003 Empowering Children Through a Positive Self-ConceptCity of Yorba Linda Parks and RecreationPaid Presenter

July 2003 Preschool CoordinatorVacation Bible School

Evangelical Free Church, Yorba Linda

June 2003 Tour Leader and Coordinator for Mariposa Elementary School*Led 86 6th grade students on all day scavenger hunt of Cal State Fullerton’s campus

May 2003 Special Games – Coordinator of VolunteersCal State Fullerton

May 2003 - Disability OutreachPresent Evangelical Free Church, Yorba Linda

*Work closely with parents and students on needs assessment*Train teachers*Adapt curriculum for various disabilities

April 2003 Scholarship ReviewerDr. Timothy S. Ray Scholarship

April 2003 Self-Advocacy for Students with DisabilitiesDr. Ferko’s SPED 532Cal State Fullerton

February 2003 - Coordinator of CSUF’s BTEP Tutoring ProgramMay 2003 Mariposa Elementary School

Brea, California

January 2003 Created Special Education Modules for Infusion into Elementary Education Curriculum Writer - Elementary Education Modules

-Strategies for Teaching English Language Learners vs.Students with Communication Disorders-Assessing Students with Special Needs

January 2003 Key Instructional Skills for Special Education TeachersStudent Chapter #40, The Council for Exceptional ChildrenCalifornia State Polytechnic University, Pomona

January 2003 - Earned FREE Pollack Library Subscription to AEQDecember 2003 Reviewed 24 additional manuscripts

November 2002 Why I Love Special EducationVolunteer – Teacher Job FairCSU Fullerton’s Career CenterCalifornia State University, Fullerton

October 2002 Learning and the brain: What parents need to knowMothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)Invited SpeakerRose Drive Friends ChurchPlacentia, CA

October 2002 - Department of Special Education Representative Present Best Buddies International

*Coordinated activities and planned conference for 200+ high school buddies

October 2002 - Special Education Consultant

June 2003 Friends Christian SchoolYorba Linda, California

November 2002 - Professional Development School CoordinatorPresent Yorba Linda Middle School

Yorba Linda, California

September 2002 - Behavioral ConsultantPresent Evangelical Free Church, Yorba Linda

Summer 2002 Preschool TeacherVacation Bible SchoolEvangelical Free Church, Yorba Linda

May 2002 Self-Advocacy Strategies for Students with Mild to ModerateDisabilitiesThe Council for Exceptional Children, Student ChapterCalifornia State University, Northridge

April 2002 Surviving the End of the Year!! Tips for OrganizationStudent Chapter #40, The Council for Exceptional ChildrenCalifornia State Polytechnic University, Pomona

January 2002 Positive Behavior InterventionsStudent Chapter #40, The Council for Exceptional ChildrenCalifornia State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Summer 2002 Preschool TeacherVacation Bible SchoolEvangelical Free Church, Yorba Linda

May 2001 Empathy, Cooperation, and Self-Control: How Can TeachersImprove the Social Skills of Students with Special Needs?Student Chapter #40, The Council for Exceptional ChildrenCalifornia State Polytechnic University, Pomona

April 2001 Your child CAN win!! (even with a learning disability!)Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)Invited SpeakerFaith Community ChurchPlacentia, CA

February 2001 - Paid Educational ConsultantJune 2001 The Pulliam Group

-Developed objectives, benchmarks, and assessment probes for Essential Learnings (Language Arts and Mathematics)from Kindergarten through 10th grade for computer software for teachers

February 2001- Educational ConsultantAugust 2002 Universidad Autonoma de Baja California

Facultad de Ciencias Humanas-Reviewed prevention programs in the following areas:(a) pervasive developmental disabilities(b) alternative communication for the child with autism(c) addictive behaviors in children

-Aided in research goals

February 2001 Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse ExceptionalLearners Using the Language Experience ApproachStudent Chapter #40, The Council for Exceptional ChildrenCalifornia State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Summer 2000 Preschool CoordinatorVacation Bible SchoolEvangelical Free Church, Yorba Linda

April 2000 - Paid Special Education Consultant: Parentpals.com Special June 2001 Education and Gifted Guide Index by Ameri-Corp Speech and Hearing

-Regular contributor to “Tips of the Week”-Reviewer of on-line courses, articles, resources-Author of “Mental Retardation” – a one-unit course for speech/language pathologists

May 2000 Learning and the brain: What parents need to knowMothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)Invited SpeakerEvangelical Free Church, Yorba Linda

Jan. – April 2000 Educational Consultant for Parenting SeminarsThe Importance of Play: What Parents Need to KnowGymboree Play CentersYorba Linda, California

December 1999 Special Education ConsultantJoan Macy SchoolThe David and Margaret HomePomona, California

COMMITTEE WORK AT CAL STATE FULLERTON

2009-2010 University Committee (2 year term) – Outstanding Professor CommitteeUniversity Committee – Elementary and Special Education Undergraduate Preparation Committee (EASEUP)All University Teacher Education Committee (AURTEC)University Faculty Hearing PanelUniversity Health Promotion Research InstituteCenter for Research on Educational Access and Leadership (C-REAL)

Executive BoardCollege of Education Blue Ribbon Committee on Inclusive EducationCollege of Education Ed.D./Ph.D. Program CommitteeCollege of Education Council of RepresentativesDepartment of Special Education STEP CoordinatorDepartment of Special Education Faculty Hearing Grievance CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Admissions CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Credentials Committee, ChairDepartment of Special Education Graduate CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 463Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 496Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 595

2008-2009 University Committee – Elementary and Special Education Undergraduate Preparation Committee (EASEUP)All University Teacher Education Committee (AURTEC)University Faculty Hearing PanelUniversity Health Promotion Research InstituteCenter for Research on Educational Access and Leadership (C-REAL)

Executive BoardCollege of Education Blue Ribbon Committee on Inclusive EducationCollege of Education Ed.D./Ph.D. Program CommitteeCollege of Education Council of RepresentativesDepartment of Special Education Written Comp. Exam Committee ChairDepartment of Special Education STEP CoordinatorDepartment of Special Education Faculty Hearing Grievance CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Admissions CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Credentials Committee, ChairDepartment of Special Education Graduate CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 463Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 496Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 595

2007-2008 University Committee – Elementary and Special Education Undergraduate Preparation Committee (EASEUP)All University Teacher Education Committee (AURTEC)University Faculty Hearing PanelUniversity Health Promotion Research InstituteCollege of Education Ed.D./Ph.D. Program CommitteeCollege of Education Council of RepresentativesDepartment of Special Education Written Comp. Exam Committee ChairDepartment of Special Education STEP CoordinatorDepartment of Special Education Search Committee, ChairDepartment of Special Education Faculty Hearing Grievance CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Admissions CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Credentials CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Graduate CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 532Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 463Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 482A

2006-2007 Spring – SabbaticalCollege of Education Accreditation CommitteeCollege of Education Ed.D./Ph.D. Program CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Level II CoordinatorDepartment of Special Education Search Committee MemberDepartment of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 532Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 463Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 482A

2005-2006 University Committee - Academic Senate – Member At Large – Elected for 3 year term

University Committee – Elementary and Special Education Undergraduate Preparation Committee (EASEUP)College of Education Accreditation CommitteeCollege of Education Ed.D./Ph.D. Program Committee

College of Education Council of RepresentativesDepartment of Educational Leadership Personnel CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Written Comp. Exam Committee ChairDepartment of Special Education STEP CoordinatorDepartment of Special Education Personnel CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Alumni CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Search Committee MemberDepartment of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 532Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 463Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 482A

2004-2005 University Committee – Elementary and Special Education Undergraduate Preparation Committee (EASEUP)

*BTEP Text 2005 Catalog SubcommitteeCollege of Education Curriculum Committee ChairCollege of Education Accreditation CommitteeCollege of Education Titan Teaching Award CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Written Comp. Exam Committee ChairDepartment of Special Education STEP CoordinatorDepartment of Special Education Personnel CommitteeDepartment of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 532Department of Special Education Search Committee MemberDepartment of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 463Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 482A

2003-2004 University Committee – Elementary and Special Education Undergraduate Preparation Committee (EASEUP)HDCS Curriculum Committee Co-ChairHDCS Graduation Committee Co-ChairHDCS Accreditation CommitteeDepartment of Special Education BTEP CoordinatorDepartment of Special Education Online Level II Committee CoordinatorDepartment of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 532

*Transitioned SPED 532 to an Online Format with Dr. StangDepartment of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 463Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 482A

2002-2003 University Committee – Ad Hoc Committee on Intellectual Property RightsHDCS Curriculum CommitteeHDCS BTEP Committee (spring semester)Department of Special Education Course Custodian – SPED 532Department of Special Education Search Committees MemberDepartment of Special Education Ellis Scholarship Committee Coordinator

COMMITTEE WORK AT CAL POLY POMONA

2001-2002 University Editorial Committee – The Journal of Interdisciplinary StudiesCollege of Education Graduate CouncilSpecial Education Course Advisor for Adjunct FacultyDepartment of Education Curriculum CommitteeDepartment of Education Accreditation CommitteeDepartment of Education RTP Document Revision CommitteeDepartment of Education Intern Development CommitteeDepartment of Education Handbook Revision Committee

2000-2001 College of Education and Integrative Studies - Graduate Council

Special Education Course Advisor for Adjunct FacultyDepartment of Education Curriculum CommitteeDepartment of Education Search Committee - Literacy

1999-2000 Special Education Course Advisor for Adjunct FacultyDepartment of Education Curriculum CommitteeDepartment of Education Distinguished Alumni CommitteeDepartment of Education Search Committee – Literacy

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

The Council for Exceptional ChildrenDivision for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Exceptional LearnersDivision for Learning DisabilitiesDivision on Mental Retardation and Developmental DisabilitiesTeacher Education Division

Learning Disabilities Association

Association for Direct Instruction

California Association of Resource Specialists