Biography
Prior to transitioning to higher education, Dr. Tina O'Neal worked as a special education teacher, coordinator, and consultant in Detroit, Michigan.
Currently Dr. O'Neal's teaching includes urban education undergraduate and graduate courses including technology applications, intro to special education, and classroom management and positive behavior support.
Dr. O’Neal's research focuses on teacher perceptions and attitudes toward inclusive teaching methods in urban settings. She is particularly interested in teacher perception, knowledge, and behaviors toward the usability and implementation of assistive technology, culturally responsive teaching practices, and trauma-informed care education practices in urban settings.
Education:
- Ph.D., Special Education Leadership, Wayne State University, 2018
- M.Ed., Special Education Major: Wayne State University, 2010
- B.S., Major: Elementary Education. Wayne State University, 2006
- MI Teaching Certification K-5 Elementary Ed; K-12 Special Education; 6th -8th Language Arts
Courses:
- K420: Technology Applications in Teaching
- K510: Technology Applications
- K505: Introduction to Special Education
- K453: Classroom Management and Positive Behavior Support
- K780: Seminar: Assistive Technology and Low Incidence
- K785: Internship in Special Education
Expert:
- Special Education - Mild-learning disabilities
- Assistive Technology and Teacher Preparation
- Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
- Trauma-Informed Education
Interests:
- Assistive Technology and Teacher Preparation
- Special education in urban settings
- Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
- Trauma-Informed Education
News:
"Equity in Action works to address pandemic setbacks from marginalized communities"
"New research to address cultural competence and trauma when teaching African American students"
Projects:
Improving Teacher Success in Urban Settings: Integrating Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and Trauma-Informed Education in Teacher Prep programs.
Awards:
2021 Trustees’ Teaching Award Recipient; School of Education, Indiana University
Presentations:
- O’Neal, T. (2022, June) Presentation: “Meeting of the Minds: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Education”: University of Hamburg - Germany
- O’Neal, T. (2022, February) Presentation: Association of Teacher Educator; Improving Teacher Success in Urban Settings: Integrating Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and Trauma-Informed Education
- O’Neal, T. (2021, September) Panelist: Associate Instructor Orientation Program: Strategies and Tips for Encouraging Student Engagement in Class: IU School of Education
- O’Neal, T. (2021, January) Panelist: Inspire Living-Learning Center: Understanding Special Education in Public Schools: IU School of Education
- O’Neal, T. (2021, January) Presentations: Office of Teacher Education: EdTPA: Making Good Choices: IU School of Education
- O’Neal, T. (2021, October) Keynote: Young Women’s Leadership Summit: How do I INVEST: A workshop on Self-development and Higher Education: City of Bloomington
Grants and Funding:
- 2020 Indiana University - Racial Justice Research Fund - Project Title: Improving Teacher Success in Urban Settings: Integrating Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and Trauma-Informed Education)
- 2019 Indiana University - School of Education: Proffitt Summer Faculty - Project Title: Examining the Use of Interactive Web-based Modules and Online Audio Reflections for Pre-Service Teachers Self-Efficacy on the Implementation of Assistive Technology
Professional Associations:
- Association of Teacher Educators (ATE)
- National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET)
- The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
- National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD)
- American Educational Research Association (AERA)
- Assistive Technology Initiatives Association (ATIA)