Education and Training


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What is Education and Training?

We provide training and education to schools, disability organizations, community organizations, early childhood providers, self-advocates, families, and other community members to equip them with the tools and knowledge they need to enhance outcomes for individuals with and without disabilities. By focusing on building capacity through professional development and training, we ensure that evidence-based practices are translated into meaningful action in classrooms and other settings and implementation supports are involved by lived experience and practice. Our team works closely with educators, vocational rehabilitation counselors, disability service providers, people with disabilities, families, and community members to provide tailored support and resources, fostering the application of research into everyday practice to create lasting positive outcomes.


Education and Training Opportunities

SDLMI Online Training - Launching Summer 2025!

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  • Asynchronous Virtual Training Opportunity
  • Complete modules and become a trained SDLMI implementer
  • Cost: TBD

Training Session

Interested in In-Person Training?

Please contact us at kucd@ku.edu to schedule a personalized Zoom consultation to discuss onsite training options.

Email us at kucd@ku.edu


Education and Training Supports and Services Offered

We offer the following supports and services: 

Teacher Training Session

Professional Training

We offer trainings to professionals, self-advocates, family and community members, and others who want to increase use of evidence-based practices.
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Coaching and Technical Assistance

We utilize a well-established coaching framework to provide on-going coaching and technical assistance for implementers.
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Material Development

We develop and refine products and materials.
Professional Development Session

Professional Development

We implement effective professional development practices to support trainings across contexts.
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Partnership Building

We establish and maintain local, statewide, national, and international partnerships.
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Remote Training Opportunities

We use technology to advance and expand training opportunities.

Education and Training Team

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  • Lauren Bruno, Ph.D., a woman with a blue shirt, blue headband, and goldenrod overcoat

    Lauren Bruno, Ph.D.

    Associate Director of Education and Training

  • Hannah Cox

    Hannah Cox

    Education Program Manager

  • Landra Fair

    Landra Fair

    Education Program Manager

  • Baylee Kilburn

    Baylee Kilburn

    Project Coordinator

  • Lindsay Rentschler, Ph.D.

    Lindsay Rentschler, Ph.D.

    Postdoctoral Researcher

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    Stone Addams

    Research Aide

  • Ben Edwards

    Ben Edwards

    Assistant Researcher

  • Taylor Givens

    Taylor Givens

    Research Assistant

  • Stefania Petcu, Ph.D.

    Stefania Petcu, Ph.D.

    Postdoctoral Researcher

  • Ashley Taconet, Ph.D.

    Ashley Taconet, Ph.D.

    Postdoctoral Researcher


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