Curriculum Vitae
Jordan Shurr, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Special Education
Faculty of Education
Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario
Research Interests
Curricular interventions and supports for students with severe disabilities, literacy access for students with severe disabilities, and the profession of education for students with severe disabilities
Education
Ph.D. in Special Education Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN (2012) Dissertation: Literacy Access: An Examination of the Picture Plus Discussion (PPD) Intervention Using Typical and Age-Appropriate Texts
M.S. in Education: Educational Administration, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN (2008)
B.A. in Special Education: Severe Disabilities, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN (2002)
Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden (2000)
M.S. in Education: Educational Administration, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN (2008)
B.A. in Special Education: Severe Disabilities, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN (2002)
Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden (2000)
Professional Experience
- Associate Professor, Queen's University (2018-present)
- Associate Professor, Central Michigan University (2016-2018)
- Assistant Professor, Central Michigan University (2012-2016)
- Teaching Assistant/ Instructor, Purdue University (2007-2012)
- Consultant of Augmentative and Alternative Communication & Assistive Technology PK-12, Greater Lafayette Area Special Services (2007-2010)
- Research Assistant, Purdue University (2009)
- Low Incidence Special Education Elementary Teacher, Greater Lafayette Area Special Services (2003-2007)
- Preschool Special Education Teacher, Greater Lafayette Area Special Services (2003)
Certification
Granted by the Indiana Department of Education
- Special Education, Severe Disabilities (K-12), 2003-Present
- Director of Exceptional Needs, 2010-2015
Awards
- TAM Publication Award 2018, The Technology and Media Division of the Council for Exceptional Children, 2018
- Nomination for the Teaching Excellence Award, Central Michigan University (2017)
- Early Career Award, The Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (2016)
- Nomination for the Teaching Excellence Award, Central Michigan University (2015)
- Nomination for the Teaching Excellence Award, Central Michigan University (2013)
- Outstanding Graduate Student Teaching Award, Purdue University Department of Educational Studies (2011)
- Award for Excellence in Teaching, Committee on the Education of Teaching Assistants (CETA), Purdue University (2011)
- Purdue Doctoral Fellowship (2008-2012)
- TISE, Technologies in Special Education, Fellowship (2010-2012)
Peer Reviewed Publications
Bouck, E. C., Park, J., Shurr, J. (in-press). Using the virtual-representational instructional sequence to support the acquisition and
maintenance of mathematics for students with intellectual disability. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities.
Bassette, L.A., Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., Park, J., Cremeans, M., Rork, E., Miller, K. & Geiser, S., (in-press). A comparison of
manipulative use on mathematics efficiency in elementary students with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Special
Education Technology.
Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., Bassette, L., Park, J., Kerr, J., & Whorley, A. (2018). Adding it up: Comparing concrete and app-based
manipulatives to support students with disabilities with adding fractions. Journal of Special Education Technology, 33, 194-
206. doi: 10.1177/0162643418759341
Bouck, E. C., Park, J., Sprick, J., Shurr, J., & Basette, L. (2017). Using the Virtual-Abstract Instructional Sequence to Teach
Addition of Fractions. Research in Developmental Disabilities. Advance online publication.
doi.org/10.1016/j.ridd.2017.09.002
Shurr, J. & Hollingshead, A. (2017). Diversity, severe disability, and family: A systematic review of the literature. Research and
Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, 42, 259-272.
Bouck, E. C., Park, J., Shurr, J., Bassett, L., & Whorley, A. (2017). Using the virtual-representational-abstract approach to
support students with intellectual disability in mathematics. Focus on Autism and other Developmental Disabilities, 60, 24-36.
Bouck, E. C., Bassette, L, Shurr, J., Park, J., Kerr, J., Whorley, A. (2017). Teaching equivalent fractions to secondary students
with disabilities via the virtual-representational-abstract instructional sequence. Journal of Special Education Technology, 32,
220-231.
Shurr, J. & Kromer, G. (2017). Picture plus discussion with partners: Peer centered literacy supports for students with
significant disabilities. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities. Advance online publication.
doi: 10.1080/20473869.2017.1312060
Shurr, J. & Taber-Doughty, T. (2016). The PPD intervention: Text access for high school students with moderate intellectual
disability. Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 32, 198-208. doi: 10.1177/1088357615625056
Shurr, J. & Roberts, S. I. (2016). Using the picture plus discussion to enable students with intellectual disability access primary
texts. The Michigan Council for Social Studies Journal, Fall, 11-15.
McCollow, M. M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. D. (2015). Cross-cultural experience in special education: The impact of a study
abroad program for special education pre-service teacher candidates. DADD Online Journal, 2, 66-88.
Shurr, J., Hirth, M., Jasper, A. D., McCollow, M., & Heroux, J. (2014). Another tool in the belt: Self-directed professional
learning for teachers of students with moderate and severe disabilities. Physical Disabilities: Education and Related
Services, 33(1), 17-38.
Bouck, E. C., Jasper, A. D., Bassette, L., Shurr, J., & Miller, B. (2013) Applying TAPE: Rethinking academic assistive
technology for students with physical disabilities, multiple disabilities, and other impairment. Physical Disabilities:
Education and Related Services, 32(1), 31-54.
Taber-Doughty, T., Miller, B., Shurr, J., & Wiles, B. (2013). Portable and accessible video
modeling: Teaching a series of novel skills within school and community settings. Education
and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities, 48(2), 147-163.
Shurr, J., Bouck, E. C. (2013). Research on curriculum for students with moderate and severe intellectual disabilities: A systematic
review. Education and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities, 48(1), 76-87.
Shurr, J. & Taber-Doughty, T. (2012). Increasing comprehension for middle school students with moderate
intellectual disabilities on age-appropriate texts. Education and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities, 47(3), 359-
372.
Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., Tom, K., Jasper, A. D., Bassette, L., Miller, B., & Flanagan, S. M. (2012). Fix it with TAPE: Repurposing
technology to be assistive technology for students with high-incidence disabilities. Preventing School Failure, 52(2), 121-
128. doi: 10.1080/1045988X.2011.603396
Taber-Doughty, T., Shurr, J., Brewer, J., & Kubik, S. (2010). Standard care and telecare services: A comparison of two service
systems for supporting consumers with intellectual disabilities in their own homes. Journal of Intellectual
Disability Research, 54(9), 843-859. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2788.2010.01314.x.
maintenance of mathematics for students with intellectual disability. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities.
Bassette, L.A., Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., Park, J., Cremeans, M., Rork, E., Miller, K. & Geiser, S., (in-press). A comparison of
manipulative use on mathematics efficiency in elementary students with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Special
Education Technology.
Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., Bassette, L., Park, J., Kerr, J., & Whorley, A. (2018). Adding it up: Comparing concrete and app-based
manipulatives to support students with disabilities with adding fractions. Journal of Special Education Technology, 33, 194-
206. doi: 10.1177/0162643418759341
Bouck, E. C., Park, J., Sprick, J., Shurr, J., & Basette, L. (2017). Using the Virtual-Abstract Instructional Sequence to Teach
Addition of Fractions. Research in Developmental Disabilities. Advance online publication.
doi.org/10.1016/j.ridd.2017.09.002
Shurr, J. & Hollingshead, A. (2017). Diversity, severe disability, and family: A systematic review of the literature. Research and
Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, 42, 259-272.
Bouck, E. C., Park, J., Shurr, J., Bassett, L., & Whorley, A. (2017). Using the virtual-representational-abstract approach to
support students with intellectual disability in mathematics. Focus on Autism and other Developmental Disabilities, 60, 24-36.
Bouck, E. C., Bassette, L, Shurr, J., Park, J., Kerr, J., Whorley, A. (2017). Teaching equivalent fractions to secondary students
with disabilities via the virtual-representational-abstract instructional sequence. Journal of Special Education Technology, 32,
220-231.
Shurr, J. & Kromer, G. (2017). Picture plus discussion with partners: Peer centered literacy supports for students with
significant disabilities. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities. Advance online publication.
doi: 10.1080/20473869.2017.1312060
Shurr, J. & Taber-Doughty, T. (2016). The PPD intervention: Text access for high school students with moderate intellectual
disability. Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 32, 198-208. doi: 10.1177/1088357615625056
Shurr, J. & Roberts, S. I. (2016). Using the picture plus discussion to enable students with intellectual disability access primary
texts. The Michigan Council for Social Studies Journal, Fall, 11-15.
McCollow, M. M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. D. (2015). Cross-cultural experience in special education: The impact of a study
abroad program for special education pre-service teacher candidates. DADD Online Journal, 2, 66-88.
Shurr, J., Hirth, M., Jasper, A. D., McCollow, M., & Heroux, J. (2014). Another tool in the belt: Self-directed professional
learning for teachers of students with moderate and severe disabilities. Physical Disabilities: Education and Related
Services, 33(1), 17-38.
Bouck, E. C., Jasper, A. D., Bassette, L., Shurr, J., & Miller, B. (2013) Applying TAPE: Rethinking academic assistive
technology for students with physical disabilities, multiple disabilities, and other impairment. Physical Disabilities:
Education and Related Services, 32(1), 31-54.
Taber-Doughty, T., Miller, B., Shurr, J., & Wiles, B. (2013). Portable and accessible video
modeling: Teaching a series of novel skills within school and community settings. Education
and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities, 48(2), 147-163.
Shurr, J., Bouck, E. C. (2013). Research on curriculum for students with moderate and severe intellectual disabilities: A systematic
review. Education and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities, 48(1), 76-87.
Shurr, J. & Taber-Doughty, T. (2012). Increasing comprehension for middle school students with moderate
intellectual disabilities on age-appropriate texts. Education and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities, 47(3), 359-
372.
Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., Tom, K., Jasper, A. D., Bassette, L., Miller, B., & Flanagan, S. M. (2012). Fix it with TAPE: Repurposing
technology to be assistive technology for students with high-incidence disabilities. Preventing School Failure, 52(2), 121-
128. doi: 10.1080/1045988X.2011.603396
Taber-Doughty, T., Shurr, J., Brewer, J., & Kubik, S. (2010). Standard care and telecare services: A comparison of two service
systems for supporting consumers with intellectual disabilities in their own homes. Journal of Intellectual
Disability Research, 54(9), 843-859. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2788.2010.01314.x.
Edited Books
Shurr, J. C., Jimenez, B. A., & Bouck, E. C. (Eds.). (2019). Book 1: Research-Based Practices and Education Science. Educating
students with Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Arlington, VA: Council for Exceptional Children.
Shurr, J. C., Bouck, E. C., & Jimenez, B. A. (Eds.). (2019). Book 2: Foundational Concepts for Leadership and Collaboration.
Educating students with Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Arlington, VA: Council for Exceptional
Children.
Jimenez, B. A., Shurr, J. C., & Bouck, E. C. (Eds.). (2019). Book 3: Essential Skills and Frameworks. Educating students with
Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Arlington, VA: Council for Exceptional Children.
Bouck, E. C., & Jimenez, B. A., & Shurr, J. C. (Eds.). (2019). Book 4: Academics, Life Skills, and Transition. Educating students
with Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Arlington, VA: Council for Exceptional Children.
students with Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Arlington, VA: Council for Exceptional Children.
Shurr, J. C., Bouck, E. C., & Jimenez, B. A. (Eds.). (2019). Book 2: Foundational Concepts for Leadership and Collaboration.
Educating students with Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Arlington, VA: Council for Exceptional
Children.
Jimenez, B. A., Shurr, J. C., & Bouck, E. C. (Eds.). (2019). Book 3: Essential Skills and Frameworks. Educating students with
Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Arlington, VA: Council for Exceptional Children.
Bouck, E. C., & Jimenez, B. A., & Shurr, J. C. (Eds.). (2019). Book 4: Academics, Life Skills, and Transition. Educating students
with Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Arlington, VA: Council for Exceptional Children.
Book Chapters
Drogran, R., Perner, D., & Shurr, J. (2019). Being a teacher leader and advocate. In J. Shurr, E.C. Bouck, & B. Jimenez (Eds.)
Educating Students With Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder: Book 2. Foundational Concepts for Leadership and
Collaboration (pp. 3-22). Arlington, VA: The Council for Exceptional Children.
Bouck, E. C. & Shurr, J. (in press). Accessing a broad and relevant academic curriculum. In R. Jordan, J. Roberts, & K. Hume
(Eds.). The SAGE Handbook Autism and Education. Sage.
Shurr, J., & Bouck, E. C. (2018). Famous people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In E. Braaten (Ed.). The
SAGE Encyclopedia of Intellectual and Developmental Disorders. Sage.
Shurr, J. (2018). Elementary school age. In E. Braaten (Ed.). The SAGE Encyclopedia of Intellectual and Developmental
Disorders. Sage.
Shurr, J. & Taber-Doughty, T. (2017). Teaching academic skills to secondary students with intellectual disability. In R. M.
Garguilio & E. Bouck (Eds.). Instructional strategies for students with mild, moderate, and severe intellectual disability.
Sage.
Taber-Doughy, T. & Shurr, J. (2017). Life skills for secondary students with intellectual disability. In R. M. Garguilio & E.
Bouck (Eds.), disabilities. Instructional strategies for students with mild, moderate, and severe intellectual disability. Sage.
Bouck, E. C., Jasper, A., Bassette, L., & Shurr, J. (2015). Mobile phone: Repurposed assistive technology for individuals with
disabilities. In Z. Yan (Ed.), Encyclopedia of mobile phone behavior (Volumes 1, 2, & 3). Hershey, PA: IGI Global.
McCollow, M. M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. D. (2015). Best practices in teacher training and professional development for
including learners with low-incidence disabilities. In E. A. West (Ed.), Including learners with low-incidence disabilities.
Emerald Group Publishing Limited.
Educating Students With Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder: Book 2. Foundational Concepts for Leadership and
Collaboration (pp. 3-22). Arlington, VA: The Council for Exceptional Children.
Bouck, E. C. & Shurr, J. (in press). Accessing a broad and relevant academic curriculum. In R. Jordan, J. Roberts, & K. Hume
(Eds.). The SAGE Handbook Autism and Education. Sage.
Shurr, J., & Bouck, E. C. (2018). Famous people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In E. Braaten (Ed.). The
SAGE Encyclopedia of Intellectual and Developmental Disorders. Sage.
Shurr, J. (2018). Elementary school age. In E. Braaten (Ed.). The SAGE Encyclopedia of Intellectual and Developmental
Disorders. Sage.
Shurr, J. & Taber-Doughty, T. (2017). Teaching academic skills to secondary students with intellectual disability. In R. M.
Garguilio & E. Bouck (Eds.). Instructional strategies for students with mild, moderate, and severe intellectual disability.
Sage.
Taber-Doughy, T. & Shurr, J. (2017). Life skills for secondary students with intellectual disability. In R. M. Garguilio & E.
Bouck (Eds.), disabilities. Instructional strategies for students with mild, moderate, and severe intellectual disability. Sage.
Bouck, E. C., Jasper, A., Bassette, L., & Shurr, J. (2015). Mobile phone: Repurposed assistive technology for individuals with
disabilities. In Z. Yan (Ed.), Encyclopedia of mobile phone behavior (Volumes 1, 2, & 3). Hershey, PA: IGI Global.
McCollow, M. M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. D. (2015). Best practices in teacher training and professional development for
including learners with low-incidence disabilities. In E. A. West (Ed.), Including learners with low-incidence disabilities.
Emerald Group Publishing Limited.
Non-refereed Publications
Shurr, J. (2012, Winter), Student’s corner: Making connections. DADD Express, 23(4), 6.
Shurr, J. (2012, Fall), Student’s corner: Self-marketing. DADD Express, 23(3), 6.
Shurr, J. (2012, Spring). Student's Corner. DADD Express, 23(1), 6.
Miller, B., Flanagan, S., Tom, K., Shurr, J., Jasper, A., Bassette, L., Bouck, E., & Taber-Doughty, T. (2012, Spring). Repurposing technology: Finding an educational purpose for daily technology. DADD Express, 23(1), 1-2.
Shurr, J. (2011, Winter). Student’s Corner. DADD Express, 22(4), 5.
Shurr, J. (2011, Fall). Student’s Corner. DADD Express, 22(3), 7.
Shurr, J. (2011, Summer). Student’s Corner. DADD Express, 22(2), 6.
Shurr, J. (2011, Spring). Student’s Corner. DADD Express, 22(1), 6.
Shurr, J. (2012, Fall), Student’s corner: Self-marketing. DADD Express, 23(3), 6.
Shurr, J. (2012, Spring). Student's Corner. DADD Express, 23(1), 6.
Miller, B., Flanagan, S., Tom, K., Shurr, J., Jasper, A., Bassette, L., Bouck, E., & Taber-Doughty, T. (2012, Spring). Repurposing technology: Finding an educational purpose for daily technology. DADD Express, 23(1), 1-2.
Shurr, J. (2011, Winter). Student’s Corner. DADD Express, 22(4), 5.
Shurr, J. (2011, Fall). Student’s Corner. DADD Express, 22(3), 7.
Shurr, J. (2011, Summer). Student’s Corner. DADD Express, 22(2), 6.
Shurr, J. (2011, Spring). Student’s Corner. DADD Express, 22(1), 6.
Grants
Shurr, J. (2019). Teaching the learning stages: A pilot for teacher training in exceptionality. SSHRC Institutional Grant- Explore Grant
($5,000)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2019). Inclusive education: A cross cultural comparison from Canada and Sweden. Queen's Research Opportunities Funds:
International Fund, Queen’s University. ($9,885)- Funded.
Shurr, J., Timmons, K, & Butler, A (2019). Moving to the big school: An exploration of the kindergarten transition process for
underserved parents of children with autism. Dean’s Collaborative Award for Research, Faculty of Education, Queen’s
University. ($15,000)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2019). Inclusion defined: A global summary in education. SEED Grant, , Faculty of Education, Queen’s University.
($4840)- Funded
Shurr, J. (2018). Reflective Practice to Improve Teacher Training Preparation. Faculty Research and Creative Endeavors Committee
Premier Display Grant, Central Michigan University ($1,00)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2017). Faculty Research and Creative Endeavors Committee Premier Display Grant, Central Michigan University
($800)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2016). Intercultural understanding in special education: Establishing a bridge for collaborative research and partnerships. Nash
Family Professional Development Endowment, Central Michigan University. ($4,400)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2015). Teacher leadership in severe disabilities: Implications for higher education. Faculty Research and Creative
Endeavors Committee Premier Display Grant, Central Michigan University ($800)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2015). Diversity and disability: A review of family-related research for persons with severe disabilities. College of Education
and Human Services Faculty Scholarship Grant, Central Michigan University
($1,000 + course release)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2014). Increasing literacy access for students with moderate and severe intellectual disability through a peer-delivered
intervention package. College of Education and Human Services Faculty Scholarship Grant, Central Michigan University
($1,000 + course release)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2014). A review of research on cultural and linguistic diversity in severe disabilities. Faculty Research and Creative
Endeavors Committee Premier Display Grant, Central Michigan University ($1,000)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2013). Theory to practice: Understanding disability through lessons in advocacy and awareness. FaCIT Service Learning
Grant, Central Michigan University ($500)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2013). Intellectual disability in Denmark: A cross cultural comparison. Study Abroad Development Grant, Office of
Study Abroad, Central Michigan University ($2,300)- Funded.
($5,000)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2019). Inclusive education: A cross cultural comparison from Canada and Sweden. Queen's Research Opportunities Funds:
International Fund, Queen’s University. ($9,885)- Funded.
Shurr, J., Timmons, K, & Butler, A (2019). Moving to the big school: An exploration of the kindergarten transition process for
underserved parents of children with autism. Dean’s Collaborative Award for Research, Faculty of Education, Queen’s
University. ($15,000)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2019). Inclusion defined: A global summary in education. SEED Grant, , Faculty of Education, Queen’s University.
($4840)- Funded
Shurr, J. (2018). Reflective Practice to Improve Teacher Training Preparation. Faculty Research and Creative Endeavors Committee
Premier Display Grant, Central Michigan University ($1,00)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2017). Faculty Research and Creative Endeavors Committee Premier Display Grant, Central Michigan University
($800)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2016). Intercultural understanding in special education: Establishing a bridge for collaborative research and partnerships. Nash
Family Professional Development Endowment, Central Michigan University. ($4,400)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2015). Teacher leadership in severe disabilities: Implications for higher education. Faculty Research and Creative
Endeavors Committee Premier Display Grant, Central Michigan University ($800)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2015). Diversity and disability: A review of family-related research for persons with severe disabilities. College of Education
and Human Services Faculty Scholarship Grant, Central Michigan University
($1,000 + course release)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2014). Increasing literacy access for students with moderate and severe intellectual disability through a peer-delivered
intervention package. College of Education and Human Services Faculty Scholarship Grant, Central Michigan University
($1,000 + course release)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2014). A review of research on cultural and linguistic diversity in severe disabilities. Faculty Research and Creative
Endeavors Committee Premier Display Grant, Central Michigan University ($1,000)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2013). Theory to practice: Understanding disability through lessons in advocacy and awareness. FaCIT Service Learning
Grant, Central Michigan University ($500)- Funded.
Shurr, J. (2013). Intellectual disability in Denmark: A cross cultural comparison. Study Abroad Development Grant, Office of
Study Abroad, Central Michigan University ($2,300)- Funded.
National/ International Conference Presentations
* Indicates invited presentation
Shurr, J. (April, 2019). Utilizing learning stages for planning and assessing instruction for students with significant support needs.
Presentation at the European Teacher Education Network Annual Conference, Vic, Spain.
Jimenez, B, Bouck, E., & Shurr, J. (January, 2019). Utilizing the 4-stages of Learning to Assess, Plan, and Teach. Presentation at
the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 20th International
Conference, Lahaina, HI.
Shurr, J. (March, 2018). Reflective practice to improve teacher training preparation. Presentation at the 2018 European Teacher
Education Network, Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Bouck, E. C., & Bassette, L., Park, J., & Shurr, J., (February, 2018). Virtual manipulatives to support students with ID and autism
disabilities in mathematics. Poster presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2018 Convention and
Expo,Tampa, FL.
Bouck, E. C., Jimenez, B., & Shurr, J. (February, 2018). Effective practices in autism-related interventions: What, why, where,
and how. Strand Session Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2018 Convention and Expo, Tampa, FL.
Shurr, J., Jimenez, B., & Bouck, E. C. (February, 2018). Applying learning stages to instruction for students with intellectual
disability and autism. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2018 Convention and Expo, Tampa, FL.
Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., & Bassette, L. (2018, January). The VRA instructional sequence for supporting students with MID and
other disabilities. Poster presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for
Exceptional Children 19th International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
Shurr, J., Hammer, D. Harms, C., Leonard, S., Lipsett, A., Riche, K., Soard, B., Winslow, J. (2018, January). Voices from the
field: Cross-disciplinary collaboration for student success. Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental
Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 19th International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
Shurr, J., Bouck, E. C., Jimenez, B. (2018, January). Assessment and instruction related to stages of learning for students with
developmental disabilities. Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for
Exceptional Children 19th International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
*Shurr, J., Parrish, P., McCormick, M. (2017, April). DI next level: Differentiated instruction for students with complex learning
needs. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2017 Convention and Expo, Boston, MA.
Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., Bassette, L. (2017, April). Use of virtual manipulative to support elementary students with autism in
mathematics. Poster presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2017 Convention and Expo, Boston, MA.
Shurr, J. & Hollingshead, A. (2017, January). Families in focus: A systematic review of the literature on diversity & severe disability.
Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 16th
International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
Bouck, E. C., Park, J, Shurr, J., Root, J., & Jimenez, B. (2017, January). Manipulatives for mathematics intervention for students with
ASD and ID. Panel Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional
Children 16th International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
Morelli, A., Shurr, J., McCollow, M., Jasper, A. (2016, October). Virtual to functional reality - using virtual reality to teach
individuals with intellectual disability real world skills. Presentation at Meaningful Play, East Lansing, MI.
Shurr, J., Bouck, E., Jasper, J., & McCollow, M. (2016, April). Teacher leadership in severe disabilities: Voices of multiple
stakeholders. Poster presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2016 Convention and Expo, St. Louis, MO.
Jasper, A., McCollow, M., Morelli, A., Shurr, J. (2016, April). Practical Skills Via Virtual Reality for Students With Significant
Disabilities. Poster presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2016 Convention and Expo, St. Louis, MO.
Shurr, J. (2016). Literacy instruction for students with significant disabilities: Supports and strategies for access and
comprehension. Presentation at the University College UCC 2016 International Week, Copenhagen, Denmark
Shurr, J., Jasper, A., McCollow, M., & Bouck, E. (2016, January). Perspectives in teacher leadership: Voices of multiple
stakeholders. Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional
Children 15th International Conference, Honolulu, HI.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. (2015, December). Including learners with LID: Best practices in teacher training and
professional development. Poster presentation at the TASH Annual Conference, Portland, OR.
Shurr, J. (2015, December). Literacy together: Examination of a peer-supported comprehension enhancement strategy
Presentation at the TASH Annual Conference, Portland, OR.
Shurr, J., Jasper, A., McCollow, M., & Bouck, E. (2015, November) Teacher leadership in severe disabilities: Implications for
higher education. Presentation at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Conference,
Phoenix, AZ.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. (2015, November). A framework for teacher training and professional development for
inclusive education. Presentation at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Conference,
Phoenix, AZ.
Shurr, J., Kromer, G., McCollow, M., & Jasper, A. (2015, April). Peer-assisted literacy comprehension support for students with
significant disabilities. Poster presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2015 Convention and Expo, San
Diego, CA.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. (2015, January). Study abroad in special education: An examination of cultural
competence. Paper presented at the DADD annual conference, Clearwater, FL.
Jasper, A., McCollow, M, & Shurr, J. (2015, January). Culturally and linguistically diverse students with severe disabilities:
What does the literature tell us? Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 14th International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. (2014, December). Ins and outs of self-directed professional learning for teachers of
students with severe disabilities. Poster presentation at the TASH annual conference, Washington, DC.
Shurr, J., McCollow, M. & Jasper, A. (2014, December). A review of research on cultural and linguistic diversity in severe
disabilities. Presentation at the TASH Annual Conference, Washington, D.C.
Jasper, A., McCollow, M., & Shurr, J. (2014, November). CLD students with severe disabilities: What does the literature tell us?
Presentation at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Conference, Indianapolis, IN.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. (2014, November). Preparing special educators for diverse perspectives: Impact of a study
abroad experience. Presentation at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Conference,
Indianapolis, IN.
Shurr, J., McCollow, M., & Jasper, A. (2014, November). Another tool in the belt: Self-directed learning for teachers of students
with severe disabilities. Presentation at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children
Conference, Indianapolis, IN.
Jasper, A., McCollow, M., & Shurr, J. (2014, April). Evidence-based practices for culturally and linguistically diverse students
with severe disabilities in review. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2013 Convention and Expo,
Philadelphia, PA.
Shurr, J. & McCollow, M. (2014, January). Research in severe disabilities: Special ed. and beyond. Presentation at the Division
on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 13th International Conference,
Clearwater Beach, FL.
Shurr, J., Perner, D., Jasper, A., & McCollow, M. (2013, December). Professionals united: A review of current multidisciplinary
research in severe disabilities. Poster presented at the TASH Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.
McCollow, M., & Shurr, J. (2013, November). Bullying and youth with disabilities: Contributing factors, personal experiences,
and implications moving forward. Poster presented at the Human Rights, Literature, the Arts, and Social Sciences
International Conference: Mount Pleasant, MI.
Shurr, J. (2013, April) Casting a Wide Net: Literacy Access for High School Students With Moderate Intellectual
Disability. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2013 Convention and Expo, San Antonio, TX.
Shurr, J., & Perner, D. (2013, April) Severe Disabilities in Review: An Examination of the Current Research in the Field.
Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2013 Convention and Expo, San Antonio, TX.
Shurr., J. (2012, November) The Picture Plus Discussion (PPD) Intervention for Literacy Access. Poster presented at the TASH
Annual Conference, Long Beach, CA.
Shurr, J. & Taber-Doughty, T. (2012, April) Supporting Comprehension for Students With Moderate Intellectual
Disabilities Using Typical Age-Appropriate Texts. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2012 Convention
and Expo, Denver, CO.
Shurr, J. (2012, April) Research-Based Curricular Content in Moderate and Severe Disabilities Education
in Review. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2012 Convention and Expo, Denver, CO.
Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., Tom, K., Jasper, A. D., Bassette, L., & Miller, B. (2012, April) Get Your TAPE Out: How to Re-
Purpose Technologies for Students With Disabilities. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children
2012 Convention and Expo, Denver, CO.
Shurr, J. (January, 2012) Self-Directed Professional Development for Teachers of Students with Moderate and Severe
Intellectual Disabilities. Poster presented at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for
Exceptional Children 13th International Conference, Miami, FL.
Shurr, J. & Doughty, T. (January, 2012) Expanding Options for Literacy Access: Supporting Middle School Students with
Moderate Intellectual Disability in Accessing Typical Age-Appropriate Texts. Presentation at the Division on Autism
and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 13th International Conference, Miami, FL.
Shurr, J. & Doughty, T. (December, 2011) Comprehension support for middle school students using typical age appropriate
texts. Presentation at the TASH Annual Conference, Atlanta, GA.
Shurr, J. (2011, June) Curricular content for students with moderate and severe intellectual disabilities: A systematic review of
the literature. Poster presented at the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 135th Annual
Conference, St. Paul, MN.
Taber-Doughty, T., Miller, B., Shurr, J., & Wiles, B. (2011, April) Portable and accessible video modeling for students
with moderate intellectual disabilities. Poster presented at the Council for Exceptional Children Conference and Expo,
Washington D.C.
Taber-Doughty, T. & Shurr, J. (2010, April) Instructional effectiveness using a telecare system approach for adults with
intellectual disabilities. Poster presented at the Council for Exceptional Children Conference and Expo, Nashville, TN.
Shurr, J. (April, 2019). Utilizing learning stages for planning and assessing instruction for students with significant support needs.
Presentation at the European Teacher Education Network Annual Conference, Vic, Spain.
Jimenez, B, Bouck, E., & Shurr, J. (January, 2019). Utilizing the 4-stages of Learning to Assess, Plan, and Teach. Presentation at
the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 20th International
Conference, Lahaina, HI.
Shurr, J. (March, 2018). Reflective practice to improve teacher training preparation. Presentation at the 2018 European Teacher
Education Network, Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Bouck, E. C., & Bassette, L., Park, J., & Shurr, J., (February, 2018). Virtual manipulatives to support students with ID and autism
disabilities in mathematics. Poster presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2018 Convention and
Expo,Tampa, FL.
Bouck, E. C., Jimenez, B., & Shurr, J. (February, 2018). Effective practices in autism-related interventions: What, why, where,
and how. Strand Session Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2018 Convention and Expo, Tampa, FL.
Shurr, J., Jimenez, B., & Bouck, E. C. (February, 2018). Applying learning stages to instruction for students with intellectual
disability and autism. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2018 Convention and Expo, Tampa, FL.
Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., & Bassette, L. (2018, January). The VRA instructional sequence for supporting students with MID and
other disabilities. Poster presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for
Exceptional Children 19th International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
Shurr, J., Hammer, D. Harms, C., Leonard, S., Lipsett, A., Riche, K., Soard, B., Winslow, J. (2018, January). Voices from the
field: Cross-disciplinary collaboration for student success. Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental
Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 19th International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
Shurr, J., Bouck, E. C., Jimenez, B. (2018, January). Assessment and instruction related to stages of learning for students with
developmental disabilities. Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for
Exceptional Children 19th International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
*Shurr, J., Parrish, P., McCormick, M. (2017, April). DI next level: Differentiated instruction for students with complex learning
needs. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2017 Convention and Expo, Boston, MA.
Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., Bassette, L. (2017, April). Use of virtual manipulative to support elementary students with autism in
mathematics. Poster presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2017 Convention and Expo, Boston, MA.
Shurr, J. & Hollingshead, A. (2017, January). Families in focus: A systematic review of the literature on diversity & severe disability.
Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 16th
International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
Bouck, E. C., Park, J, Shurr, J., Root, J., & Jimenez, B. (2017, January). Manipulatives for mathematics intervention for students with
ASD and ID. Panel Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional
Children 16th International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
Morelli, A., Shurr, J., McCollow, M., Jasper, A. (2016, October). Virtual to functional reality - using virtual reality to teach
individuals with intellectual disability real world skills. Presentation at Meaningful Play, East Lansing, MI.
Shurr, J., Bouck, E., Jasper, J., & McCollow, M. (2016, April). Teacher leadership in severe disabilities: Voices of multiple
stakeholders. Poster presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2016 Convention and Expo, St. Louis, MO.
Jasper, A., McCollow, M., Morelli, A., Shurr, J. (2016, April). Practical Skills Via Virtual Reality for Students With Significant
Disabilities. Poster presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2016 Convention and Expo, St. Louis, MO.
Shurr, J. (2016). Literacy instruction for students with significant disabilities: Supports and strategies for access and
comprehension. Presentation at the University College UCC 2016 International Week, Copenhagen, Denmark
Shurr, J., Jasper, A., McCollow, M., & Bouck, E. (2016, January). Perspectives in teacher leadership: Voices of multiple
stakeholders. Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional
Children 15th International Conference, Honolulu, HI.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. (2015, December). Including learners with LID: Best practices in teacher training and
professional development. Poster presentation at the TASH Annual Conference, Portland, OR.
Shurr, J. (2015, December). Literacy together: Examination of a peer-supported comprehension enhancement strategy
Presentation at the TASH Annual Conference, Portland, OR.
Shurr, J., Jasper, A., McCollow, M., & Bouck, E. (2015, November) Teacher leadership in severe disabilities: Implications for
higher education. Presentation at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Conference,
Phoenix, AZ.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. (2015, November). A framework for teacher training and professional development for
inclusive education. Presentation at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Conference,
Phoenix, AZ.
Shurr, J., Kromer, G., McCollow, M., & Jasper, A. (2015, April). Peer-assisted literacy comprehension support for students with
significant disabilities. Poster presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2015 Convention and Expo, San
Diego, CA.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. (2015, January). Study abroad in special education: An examination of cultural
competence. Paper presented at the DADD annual conference, Clearwater, FL.
Jasper, A., McCollow, M, & Shurr, J. (2015, January). Culturally and linguistically diverse students with severe disabilities:
What does the literature tell us? Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 14th International Conference, Clearwater Beach, FL.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. (2014, December). Ins and outs of self-directed professional learning for teachers of
students with severe disabilities. Poster presentation at the TASH annual conference, Washington, DC.
Shurr, J., McCollow, M. & Jasper, A. (2014, December). A review of research on cultural and linguistic diversity in severe
disabilities. Presentation at the TASH Annual Conference, Washington, D.C.
Jasper, A., McCollow, M., & Shurr, J. (2014, November). CLD students with severe disabilities: What does the literature tell us?
Presentation at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Conference, Indianapolis, IN.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., & Jasper, A. (2014, November). Preparing special educators for diverse perspectives: Impact of a study
abroad experience. Presentation at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Conference,
Indianapolis, IN.
Shurr, J., McCollow, M., & Jasper, A. (2014, November). Another tool in the belt: Self-directed learning for teachers of students
with severe disabilities. Presentation at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children
Conference, Indianapolis, IN.
Jasper, A., McCollow, M., & Shurr, J. (2014, April). Evidence-based practices for culturally and linguistically diverse students
with severe disabilities in review. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2013 Convention and Expo,
Philadelphia, PA.
Shurr, J. & McCollow, M. (2014, January). Research in severe disabilities: Special ed. and beyond. Presentation at the Division
on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 13th International Conference,
Clearwater Beach, FL.
Shurr, J., Perner, D., Jasper, A., & McCollow, M. (2013, December). Professionals united: A review of current multidisciplinary
research in severe disabilities. Poster presented at the TASH Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.
McCollow, M., & Shurr, J. (2013, November). Bullying and youth with disabilities: Contributing factors, personal experiences,
and implications moving forward. Poster presented at the Human Rights, Literature, the Arts, and Social Sciences
International Conference: Mount Pleasant, MI.
Shurr, J. (2013, April) Casting a Wide Net: Literacy Access for High School Students With Moderate Intellectual
Disability. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2013 Convention and Expo, San Antonio, TX.
Shurr, J., & Perner, D. (2013, April) Severe Disabilities in Review: An Examination of the Current Research in the Field.
Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2013 Convention and Expo, San Antonio, TX.
Shurr., J. (2012, November) The Picture Plus Discussion (PPD) Intervention for Literacy Access. Poster presented at the TASH
Annual Conference, Long Beach, CA.
Shurr, J. & Taber-Doughty, T. (2012, April) Supporting Comprehension for Students With Moderate Intellectual
Disabilities Using Typical Age-Appropriate Texts. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2012 Convention
and Expo, Denver, CO.
Shurr, J. (2012, April) Research-Based Curricular Content in Moderate and Severe Disabilities Education
in Review. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children 2012 Convention and Expo, Denver, CO.
Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., Tom, K., Jasper, A. D., Bassette, L., & Miller, B. (2012, April) Get Your TAPE Out: How to Re-
Purpose Technologies for Students With Disabilities. Presentation at The Council for Exceptional Children
2012 Convention and Expo, Denver, CO.
Shurr, J. (January, 2012) Self-Directed Professional Development for Teachers of Students with Moderate and Severe
Intellectual Disabilities. Poster presented at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for
Exceptional Children 13th International Conference, Miami, FL.
Shurr, J. & Doughty, T. (January, 2012) Expanding Options for Literacy Access: Supporting Middle School Students with
Moderate Intellectual Disability in Accessing Typical Age-Appropriate Texts. Presentation at the Division on Autism
and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 13th International Conference, Miami, FL.
Shurr, J. & Doughty, T. (December, 2011) Comprehension support for middle school students using typical age appropriate
texts. Presentation at the TASH Annual Conference, Atlanta, GA.
Shurr, J. (2011, June) Curricular content for students with moderate and severe intellectual disabilities: A systematic review of
the literature. Poster presented at the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 135th Annual
Conference, St. Paul, MN.
Taber-Doughty, T., Miller, B., Shurr, J., & Wiles, B. (2011, April) Portable and accessible video modeling for students
with moderate intellectual disabilities. Poster presented at the Council for Exceptional Children Conference and Expo,
Washington D.C.
Taber-Doughty, T. & Shurr, J. (2010, April) Instructional effectiveness using a telecare system approach for adults with
intellectual disabilities. Poster presented at the Council for Exceptional Children Conference and Expo, Nashville, TN.
State and Local Presentations
* indicates invited presentation, + indicates keynote
Shurr, J. (November, 2019). Teaching and assessing with the learning stages in mind for students with autism, intellectual, and
developmental disabilities. Presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto,
ON.
Butler, A. & Shurr, J. (November, 2019). How do we balance the accommodation of needs with building a culture of resilience
in our students. Presentation and Roundtable at the Knowledge Forum Conference: Supporting at-risk Youth, Kingston,
ON.
+Shurr, J. (July, 2019). Educating students with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders: Research-based practices.
Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Mini-conference, Fayetteville, AR.
Shurr, J. (April, 2019). How teachers can lead in advancing inclusion for students with special needs. Guest Lecture at Universitat
de Vic -Universitat Central de Catalunya.
Iannacci , L., Shurr, J., & Cheng, L. (February, 2019). Reconceptualizing Inclusivity for Today’s Classrooms. Indigeneity,
Inclusion, and Equity Series (IIE), Queen’s University Faculty of Education, Kingston, ON.
Shurr, J. & Denning, C. (July, 2018). Identifying, assessing, and teaching with stages of learning for students with Autism and
Intellectual Disability. Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Mini Conference on Special Education,
Arlington, TX.
Denning, C. & Shurr, J. (July, 2018). Proactive strategies to support students with ASD and ID in the inclusive classroom.
Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Mini Conference on Special Education, Arlington, TX.
*Shurr, J. (2018, March). Picture Plus Discussion strategy to increase literacy access for students with significant disabilities.
Workshop presented to the Allegheny Intermediate Unit, Pittsburgh, PA.
*Shurr, J. (2017, November). Inclusive education and children with severe disabilities: A perspective from the U.S.A. Presentation
given at the conference for teacher education students at University of Education, Winneba, Ghana.
Shurr, J. (2017, March). Strategies for differentiating instruction. Presentation at the annual UCC International Week,
Copenhagen, Denmark.
Kromer, G., Shurr, J. (2015, March). Presentation at the 75th Annual Michigan CEC Conference, Grand Rapids, MI.
Presentation at the 75th Annual Michigan CEC Conference, Grand Rapids, MI.
Jasper, A., Shurr, J. McCollow, M. (2015, March). Cultural diversity in severe disability research: What's going on? Presentation
at the 75th Annual Michigan CEC Conference, Grand Rapids, MI.
*Shurr, J. (2014, March). Special Educators- Why and How to Take Charge of Your Own Professional Development.
Presentation at the Learn Today Teach Tomorrow Conference, Mount Pleasant, MI.
*Shurr, J. & McCollow, M. (2014, June). Self-directed professional learning in special education. Presentation at University
College Copenhagen Frøbel, Copenhagen, Denmark.
*Shurr, J. (2014, June). Research-based curricular content in moderate and severe disabilities education in review. Presentation
at University College Copenhagen Sydhaven, Copenhagen, Denmark.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., Heroux, J., & Jasper, A. (2014, March). Sustaining implementation of evidence-based practices for
special educators. Presentation at the 74th Annual Michigan CEC Conference, Grand Rapids, MI.
Jasper, A., Shurr, J., & Heroux, J., McCollow, M. (2014, March). Recording in the classroom – It can be done! Presentation at the 74th Annual Michigan CEC Conference, Grand Rapids, MI.
Shurr, J. (2013, March) The Picture Plus Discussion (PPD) Intervention for Literacy Access. Poster presented at The Central
Michigan University Faculty Excellence Exhibition, Mount Pleasant, MI.
Shurr, J. (2011, March) Toward increased professionalism in moderate and severe disabilities education. Poster presented at the
Purdue University 5th Annual Graduate Student in Education Research Symposium, West Lafayette, IN.
Shurr, J. (2010, March) Principal preparation and special education content: One state’s interpretation of the ISLLC
standards. Poster presented at the Purdue University 4th Annual Graduate Student in Education Research Symposium,
West Lafayette, IN.
* indicates invited presentation, + indicates keynote
Shurr, J. (November, 2019). Teaching and assessing with the learning stages in mind for students with autism, intellectual, and
developmental disabilities. Presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto,
ON.
Butler, A. & Shurr, J. (November, 2019). How do we balance the accommodation of needs with building a culture of resilience
in our students. Presentation and Roundtable at the Knowledge Forum Conference: Supporting at-risk Youth, Kingston,
ON.
+Shurr, J. (July, 2019). Educating students with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders: Research-based practices.
Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Mini-conference, Fayetteville, AR.
Shurr, J. (April, 2019). How teachers can lead in advancing inclusion for students with special needs. Guest Lecture at Universitat
de Vic -Universitat Central de Catalunya.
Iannacci , L., Shurr, J., & Cheng, L. (February, 2019). Reconceptualizing Inclusivity for Today’s Classrooms. Indigeneity,
Inclusion, and Equity Series (IIE), Queen’s University Faculty of Education, Kingston, ON.
Shurr, J. & Denning, C. (July, 2018). Identifying, assessing, and teaching with stages of learning for students with Autism and
Intellectual Disability. Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Mini Conference on Special Education,
Arlington, TX.
Denning, C. & Shurr, J. (July, 2018). Proactive strategies to support students with ASD and ID in the inclusive classroom.
Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Mini Conference on Special Education, Arlington, TX.
*Shurr, J. (2018, March). Picture Plus Discussion strategy to increase literacy access for students with significant disabilities.
Workshop presented to the Allegheny Intermediate Unit, Pittsburgh, PA.
*Shurr, J. (2017, November). Inclusive education and children with severe disabilities: A perspective from the U.S.A. Presentation
given at the conference for teacher education students at University of Education, Winneba, Ghana.
Shurr, J. (2017, March). Strategies for differentiating instruction. Presentation at the annual UCC International Week,
Copenhagen, Denmark.
Kromer, G., Shurr, J. (2015, March). Presentation at the 75th Annual Michigan CEC Conference, Grand Rapids, MI.
Presentation at the 75th Annual Michigan CEC Conference, Grand Rapids, MI.
Jasper, A., Shurr, J. McCollow, M. (2015, March). Cultural diversity in severe disability research: What's going on? Presentation
at the 75th Annual Michigan CEC Conference, Grand Rapids, MI.
*Shurr, J. (2014, March). Special Educators- Why and How to Take Charge of Your Own Professional Development.
Presentation at the Learn Today Teach Tomorrow Conference, Mount Pleasant, MI.
*Shurr, J. & McCollow, M. (2014, June). Self-directed professional learning in special education. Presentation at University
College Copenhagen Frøbel, Copenhagen, Denmark.
*Shurr, J. (2014, June). Research-based curricular content in moderate and severe disabilities education in review. Presentation
at University College Copenhagen Sydhaven, Copenhagen, Denmark.
McCollow, M., Shurr, J., Heroux, J., & Jasper, A. (2014, March). Sustaining implementation of evidence-based practices for
special educators. Presentation at the 74th Annual Michigan CEC Conference, Grand Rapids, MI.
Jasper, A., Shurr, J., & Heroux, J., McCollow, M. (2014, March). Recording in the classroom – It can be done! Presentation at the 74th Annual Michigan CEC Conference, Grand Rapids, MI.
Shurr, J. (2013, March) The Picture Plus Discussion (PPD) Intervention for Literacy Access. Poster presented at The Central
Michigan University Faculty Excellence Exhibition, Mount Pleasant, MI.
Shurr, J. (2011, March) Toward increased professionalism in moderate and severe disabilities education. Poster presented at the
Purdue University 5th Annual Graduate Student in Education Research Symposium, West Lafayette, IN.
Shurr, J. (2010, March) Principal preparation and special education content: One state’s interpretation of the ISLLC
standards. Poster presented at the Purdue University 4th Annual Graduate Student in Education Research Symposium,
West Lafayette, IN.
Courses Taught
Queen's University
Central Michigan University
International
Purdue University
- PROF 210, Self as Learner
- EDUC 820, Psychological Foundations of Learning
Central Michigan University
- SPE 585, Early Childhood Special Education [online]
- SPE 695, Research in Counseling and Special Education
- SPE 519, Students with Cognitive Impairment
- SPE 126, Introduction to Special Education
- SPE 504, Teaching Students in Inclusive Settings
- SPE 570, Career Development and Transitions
- SPE 785, Assessment in Special Education
- SPE 521, Teaching Students with Cognitive Impairment
International
- Guest Lecturer, Kristianstad University, Sweden (2016)
- Program Leader: Intellectual Disability in Denmark: A Cross Cultural Comparison [Denmark], Central Michigan University [initial trip summer, 2014]
- Instructor: EDPS 265, The Inclusive Classroom [India], Purdue University
Purdue University
- EDPS 36200, Organization and Management of Instructional Behavior (Applied Behavioral Analysis for Teachers)
- Student Teaching Supervisor in Low Incidence Disabilities
- EDCI 27000, Introduction to Educational Technology and Computing (Lab)
Professional Service
Editorial Review Boards
- Exceptional Children (2017-present)
- Physical Disabilities: Education and Related Services (2013-present)
- Inclusion (2013-present)
- TASH Connections (2012-2013)
- Autism (2020)
- International Journal for Lesson and Learning Studies (2020)
- Topics in Language Disorders (2019)
- Canadian Journal for New Scholars in Education/ Revue canadienne des jeunes chercheures et
chercheurs en éducation (2019) - DADD Online Journal, 5(1)- Guest Editor
- Journal of International Special Needs Education (2018x2)
- Journal of Special Education Technology (2018, 2019)
- Behavioral Disorders (2018x3; 2019)
- Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities (2017, 2018x2, 2019)
- International Journal of Inclusive Education (2017x2, 2018x6, 2019)
- Educational Sciences: Theory and Practice (2017)
- Exceptional Children (2016x2, 2017)
- International Journal of Developmental Developmental Disabilities (2016)
- Teaching Exceptional Children (2016)
- Exceptionality (2016)
- Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities (2015, 2016x4)
- Division of Autism and Developmental Disabilities Online Journal (2015, 2016, 2018)
- Remedial and Special Education (2013x2, 2014, 2016, 2017x2, 2018x2, 2019)
- DADD Express, of the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (2013, 2016)
- Conference proposal reviewer for the Canadian Association for Educational Psychology, of the Canadian Society for the Study of Education (2019)
- Reviewer, The Prime Ministers Awards for Teaching Excellence, Government of Canada (2019)
- Grant Reviewer, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, Insight (2019)
- Conference proposal reviewer for TASH (2016 & 2018)
- Conference proposal reviewer for CEC, Teacher Education Division (2014-2016)
- Conference proposal reviewer for CEC, Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (2009 - 2018)
- Conference Proposal Reviewer for Kaleidoscope, of the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children (2013)
- Guest Textbook Reviewer [Special Education Assessment] for Pearson A & B (2010, 2011)
- Co-Chair, Practitioner Involvement Committee, Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (2016)
- Presidential Line (Vice President, President Elect), Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (2016-Present)
- Member, Communications Committee of the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (2013-present)
- Member, Critical Issues Committee of the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (2014-present)
- DADD representative to the Council for Children with Behavior Disorders division of the Council for Exceptional Children Behavioral Specialist Advanced Standards committee (2011-2012)
- Student Governor for the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (DADD), Council for Exceptional Children (2011-2012)
University, College, & Departmental Service
- Reader, Major Admission Award, Queen’s University (2020)
- Member, Library Advisory Committee, Faculty of Education, Queen’s University (2019-present)
- Member, Travel Fellowships Advisory Committee, Faculty of Education, Queen’s University (2018-present)
- Member, Graduate Studies and Research Committee, Faculty of Education, Queen’s University (2018- present)
- Faculty Liason, Rosa Bruno Jofré Symposium in Education, Faculty of Education, Queen’s University (2018-2019)
- Graduate Advisor for the Cognitive Impairment Endorsement, Central Michigan University (2018)
- Committee Member, Honors Council, Central Michigan University (2017)
- Committee Member, Intervener Program Interdisciplinary Council, Central Michigan University (2015-2018)
- Member, Global Education Experiences Committee, Department of Counseling and Special Education, Central Michigan University (2017-2018)
- Chair, Global Education Experiences Committee, Department of Counseling and Special Education, Central Michigan University (2015-2017)
- Committee Member, Innovative Teaching and Learning Committee, Central Michigan University (2015-2016)
- Committee Member, Diversity Transformation Team (Teacher Education), Central Michigan University (2015-2016)
- Committee Member, 2023 Teacher Preparation Task Force Implementation Committee, Central Michigan University (2014-2015)
- Committee Member, Office of Research and Special Programs/ College of Education and Human Services Internal Grant Review Committee (2014)
- Committee Member, College of Education and Human Services Academic Technologies (2013-present)
- Faculty Advisor for the Student Council for Exceptional Children (2013-2017)
- Committee Member, 2023 Teacher Preparation Task Force, Central Michigan University (2013-2014)
- Program designer and leader of Department of Counseling and Special Education faculty-led study abroad program, Intellectual Disability in Denmark: A Cross Cultural Comparison (2012-2017)
- Committee Member, Accessibility and Disability Advisory Council, Central Michigan University (2013)
- Search Committee Chair, Assistant Professor in Special Education- Low Incidence Disabilities, Central Michigan University (2012-2013)
- Committee Member, Education and Human Services China Partnership, Central Michigan University (2012-2013)
State and Local Community Serivce
- Autism and Inclusive Education Consultation, Beal City Elementary School, Beal City, MI (2015)
- Organizer, Evidence-based Practice, student poster presentation for local school personnel, Central Michigan University and area schools (2013-2017)
- Committee Member, disABILITY Expo Planning Committee, Central Michigan University (2013)
- Co-created and presented webinar, Creating Meaningful Behavior Plans, for Blackford County School Corporation, Hartford City, IN (2011)
