Description
The lives of students with disabilities need to be told in ways that inform preservice teachers about the work involved to legally and morally meet the needs of these students. Hearing the positive and negative experiences of students with disabilities from elementary through college can inform preservice teachers as well as potentially prevent them from repeating some of the same mistakes. The richness of the personal stories of these students and how their experiences can shape the future for students like them offers teachable moments for professors and preservice teachers to use in classrooms.
Advising Preservice Teachers Through Narratives From Students With Disabilities heralds the stories of students with disabilities as they trace their journey from the PK-12 setting into university and adult life and addresses aspects that any new teacher must know in order to meet the needs of today's PK-12 classrooms. Covering topics such as social justice, virtual learning, and faculty convenience, it is ideal for preservice teachers, practicing teachers, administrators, professors, researchers, academicians, and students.
Author's/Editor's Biography
Kimberly Cassidy (Ed.)
Kimberly Cassidy
is an assistant professor, department head, and coordinator of early childhood programs at Walters State Community College in Morristown, TN. She formerly worked at Shawnee State University, where this study took place, as an associate professor; director of graduate studies at the School of Education; and director of early childhood programs and early childhood special education programs. Dr. Cassidy earned her PhD in Early Childhood Education from East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, TN. she also earned her Masters in Early Childhood Special Education from East Tennessee State University; an EdS in Educational Leadership from Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, TN; and a BS degree in Business Management & Marketing from Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, TN. Dr. Cassidy is the founder of SEED Child & Family Institute (
) and is an early childhood development and family intervention specialist.
Beverly Sande (Ed.)
Dr.
Beverly Sande
PhD, has spent 28 years advancing teacher preparation and inclusive education. She is Associate Professor and Director of the Panther Teaching Academy and Panther Educator Residency Consortium at Prairie View A&M University, where she designs programs to prepare teachers to serve diverse learners, including students of color, students with disabilities, and gifted students. Her work centers on equity-driven teacher education, collaborative improvement, and scaling educational initiatives. She has led interdisciplinary teams supporting teacher candidates in certification readiness and classroom effectiveness. Dr. Sande has also partnered across institutions to develop innovative preparation models, including Dual License Programs, Co-teaching Models, Yearlong Residencies, and University-School Partnerships. Her leadership and scholarship reflect a sustained commitment to large-scale reforms strengthening educator preparation and improving outcomes for all students.