Susan Dell
 | Horace Mann Hall (HM) 047 (401) 456-8557 sdell@ric.edu |
Academic Background
Ph.D San Diego State University, Claremont Graduate School 1995 Multicultural Education Special EducationM.Ed Rhode Island College 1985 Severe/Profound Special Education
B.S. Buffalo State College 1982 Special Ed. & Elem. Education
Courses Taught
SPED 300: Introduction to the Characteristics and Education of Children and Youth with DisabilitiesSPED 311: Language Development and Communication Problems of Children
SPED 433: Adaptation of Instruction for Inclusive Education
SPED 438: Student Teaching Seminar: Special Class for Students with Severe/Profound Disabilities
SPED 505: Oral and Written Language: Classroom Intervention
SPED 525: Development of Communication and Movement
SPED 526: Assessment, Curriculum, Methods for Children with Multiple Disabilities
Specializations
- Education and curriculum development for individuals with severe disabilities and deaf-blindness with an
emphasis on inclusion - Educational applications of technology
- Development of Communication and Language
Recent Scholarly Activity
On-line Learning Modules: Developed three fully accessible on-line modules on adapted science curriculum in LifeScience, Earth & Space Science, and Physical Science. (2012). Available at: http://www.ric.edu/sherlockcenter/lessons.html
On-Site Training: Conducted three RIDE training (2011-2012) for over 400 teachers annually in topics related to Rhode
Island Alternate Assessment for students with significant intellectual disabilities.
Presentations and Publications
Adapted literature: Over 200 adapted literature developed and available on the Sherlock Center website at: http://www.ric.edu/sherlockcenter/wwslist.html. Publications include literature for all school levels (preschool,
elementary, middle, high school) and in a variety of formats (printable text, PowerPoint).
Curriculum Support Materials: Over 100 curriculum support materials for students who benefit from adapted
curriculum in content areas of Reading, Writing, Mathematics and Science. Available at: http://www.ric.edu/
sherlockcenter/lessons.html
Dell, S.J. & Grattan, A. (2011-2012). Rhode Island Alternate Assessment Educator Training (September 2011, December
2011, March 2012). Warwick, RI.
Dell, S.J. & Antosh, A. (2009). Rhode Island Services to Children and Youth with Dual Sensory Impairments Grant
Performance Report (Grant award H326C000003‐02). Washington, DC: U.S. Government Printing Office.
Dell, S.J. (2006). Transition Programs for Students with Deaf‐blindness. Monmouth, OR: National Technical Assistance
Consortium (dB‐Link).
Dell, S.J., Antosh, A., Constable, S., & Pascoe, J. (2003). Effective Practices for Students with Disability that
Significantly Affect Function. Providence, RI: Rhode Island College.