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)

Professional Experience

  • 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

Awards

  • Outstanding Graduate Student Teaching Award, Purdue University Department of Educational Studies (2011)
  • Purdue Doctoral Fellowship (2008-2012)
  • TISE, Technologies in Special Education, Fellowship (2010-2012)

Peer Reviewed Publications

Jimenez, B., Root, J., Shurr, J., & Bouck, E. (in press). Using the four stages of learning to assess, set goals, and
​          instruct. TEACHING Exceptional Children.

Shurr, J., Bouck, E. C., McCollow, M. M. (2021). Examining teacher and teacher educator perspectives’ of teacher leadership
          in extensive support needs. Teacher Education and Special Education. Advance online publication. 
          https://doi.org/10.1177/08884064211001455

Shurr, J., Bouck, E. C., Bassette, L., & Park, J. (2021). Virtual versus concrete: A comparison of mathematics manipulatives for
          three elementary students with autism. Focus on Autism and other Developmental Disabilities. Advance online publication.
          https://doi.org/10.1177/1088357620986944.

Bouck, E. C., Park, J., & Shurr, J. (2020). Virtual Manipulative-Based Intervention Package to Teach Multiplication and
​          Division to Secondary Students with Developmental Disabilities. Focus on Autism and other Developmental 
          Disabilities. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1177/1088357620943499.

Bassette, L.A., Bouck, E., Shurr, J., Park, J., & Cremeans, M. (2019). Comparison of concrete and app-based manipulatives to 
          teach subtraction skills to elementary students with autism. Education and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities, 
          54(4), 391-405. 

Bouck, E. C., Park, J., Shurr, J. (2019). Using the virtual-representational instructional sequence to support the acquisition and
          maintenance of mathematics for students with intellectual disability. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 67(3),
          217-228. https://doi.org/10.1080/20473869.2019.1640999

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.

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. 

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.

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 ($1,000)- 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. (June, 2020). Inclusive education and significant support needs: A review of the literature. Poster presentation at the
          Canadian Study for the Society of Education Annual Conference, London, Ontario, Canada (Conference Cancelled).
 
Shurr, J. & Holmqvist, M. (April, 2020). What about the families?: A systematic review of research on family perspectives of
          inclusive education for students with intellectual disability. Presentation at the 2018 European Teacher Education
​          Network, Esbjerg, Denmark (Conference Cancelled).

*Bouck, E. C. & Shurr, J., Wood, L., Courtade, G., Pennington, R.,  Schaefer Whitby, P., Mims, P. & Chambers, C. (January,
          2020). DADD Publication Series Session 3: Educating Students with ID/ASD: Foundational Concepts and Content
          Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 21st
​          International Conference, Sarasota, FL.
 
*Bouck, E. C., Jimenez, B. A., & Shurr, J. (January, 2020). DADD Publication Series Session 1: Educating Students with
          ID/ASD: Research Based Practices. Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council
​          for Exceptional Children 21st  International Conference, Sarasota, FL.

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 2020). Using PPD with shared stories for increased comprehension. Presentation at the Pennsylvania
​          Training and Technical Assistance Network Annual HELIX Conference, Online.

*Shurr, J. (November 2020). Rethinking teaching and learning in stages. Presentation at the Pennsylvania Training and
          Technical Assistance Network Annual HELIX Conference, Online.

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
  • PROF 210, Self as Learner
  • EDUC 820, Psychological Foundations of Learning  
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Central Michigan University
International 
Purdue University
  • Student Teaching Supervisor in Low Incidence Disabilities
  •  EDCI 27000, Introduction to Educational Technology and Computing (Lab)

Professional Service



Editorial Roles Ad-Hoc Journal Reviews & Editorships Conference Proposal & Other Reviews​ Professional Leadership/ Service

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)
  • 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)

Professional Membership

                    -Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities
                    -Technology and Media Division
                    -Division for Research
                    -Teacher Education Division