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    Pena Bedesem Head Shot

    Dr. Peña Bedesem

    Lifespan Dev & Educ Sciences
    Associate Professor
    Campus:
    Kent
    Contact Information
    Email:
    pbedesem@kent.edu
    Phone:
    330-672-6332

    Biography

    Dr. Peña L. Bedesem is an Associate Professor of Special Education at Kent State University. Her research focuses on the use of innovative technologies to support student learning and behavior in inclusive settings. Dr. Bedesem teaches graduate and undergraduate classes, advises graduate students, and is the coordinator for the Holmes Program, which involves mentoring doctoral students from underrepresented populations who are in programs for K12 education and related fields. She is an active member in several national and international professional organizations, including the Council for Exceptional Children.

    Education

    Ph.D. in Special Education, University of Central Florida
    M.A. in Varying Exceptionalities, University of Central Florida
    B.A. in Criminal Justice, University of Central Florida

    Expertise

    Special Education
    Assistive Technology
    Educational Technology
    inclusive practices

    Awards/Achievements

    • Institute of Education Science Summer Research Training Institute in Single Case Research and Design, 2018
    • University Teaching Scholar, Center for Teaching and Learning, Kent State University, 2016-2017
    • Lifespan Development and Educational Sciences Colleague of the Year, 2014-2015
    • Faculty Excellence Award, 2014, 2013
    • Holmes Scholar, University of Central Florida, 2007-2010

    Documents

    PDF icon Pena Bedesem CV2019.pdf
    Special Education
    School of Lifespan Development & Educational Sciences

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