Dr. Susan J. Dell

Education

Ph.D San Diego State University, Claremont Graduate School 1995 Multicultural Education Special Education
M.Ed Rhode Island College 1985 Severe/Profound Special Education
B.S. Buffalo State College 1982 Special Ed. & Elem. Education

Adapted literature: Over 200 adapted literature developed. Publications include literature for all school levels (preschool, elementary, middle, high school) and in a variety of formats (printable text, PowerPoint).
Curriculum Support Materials: Over 100 curriculum support materials for students who benefit from adapted curriculum in content areas of Reading, Writing, Mathematics and Science.
Dell, S.J. & Grattan, A. (2011-2012). Rhode Island Alternate Assessment Educator Training (September 2011, December 2011, March 2012). Warwick, RI.
Dell, S.J. & Antosh, A. (2009). Rhode Island Services to Children and Youth with Dual Sensory Impairments Grant Performance Report (Grant award H326C000003‐02). Washington, DC: U.S. Government Printing Office.
Dell, S.J. (2006). Transition Programs for Students with Deaf‐blindness. Monmouth, OR: National Technical Assistance Consortium (dB‐Link).
Dell, S.J., Antosh, A., Constable, S., & Pascoe, J. (2003). Effective Practices for Students with Disability that Significantly Affect Function. Providence, RI: Rhode Island College.

Education and curriculum development for individuals with severe disabilities and deaf-blindness with an emphasis on inclusion
Educational applications of technology
Development of Communication and Language

On-line Learning Modules: Developed three fully accessible on-line modules on adapted science curriculum in Life Science, Earth & Space Science, and Physical Science. (2012).
On-Site Training: Conducted three RIDE training (2011-2012) for over 400 teachers annually in topics related to Rhode Island Alternate Assessment for students with significant intellectual disabilities.