Dr. Joyce Brandes

Educational Psychology

Professional | Academic Preparation | Publications | Grants
Research | Presentations | Experience | Service
Professional Development | Additional Grants
Additional Service | Associations | Organizations | Recognition

Professional

Assistant Professor - Tenure Track, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma,  Spring 2005 - present.

Instructor for Collaboration and Lifelong Integration (EDSP 5173), Spring 2007.

Instructor for Understanding and Accommodating Students (EDSP 3054), Spring 2005 - Fall 2006.

Instructor for Assessment for Eligibility and Program Planning (EDSP 4513), Fall 2004.

Instructor for Management in Special Education (EDSP 4413), Fall 2001 - 2006.

Co-instructor of master's level class on Applied Research in Special Education        (EDSP 5303), Spring 2003.

Co-coordinator of intern and practicum placements, Fall 2001 - present.

Instructor for special education interns (EDSP 5920), Fall 2000 - Fall 2002, Spring 2006.

Clinical supervisor for special education interns (EDSP 5920), Fall 2000 - Fall 2002, Spring 2006.

Instructor of Practicum II students (EDSP 4890), Spring 2000 - Fall 2002, and Fall 2005.

Supervisor of Practicum II students (EDSP 4890), Spring 2000 - Fall 2002, Fall 2005, Spring 2006.

Instructor of Practicum I students (EDSP 3890), Spring 2000 - Fall 2002.

Supervisor of Practicum I students (EDSP 3890), Spring 2000 - Fall 2002, Spring 2006.

Website creator for Understanding and Accommodating Students course (EDSP 3054), Summer 2000.

Co-instructor for Understanding and Accommodating Students (EDSP 3054), Summer 2000 and 2001.

Instructor of "Curriculum and Techniques for Children with Mild/Moderate Disabilities." American Indian Center for Excellence in Exceptional Education. University of Oklahoma Outreach, Norman, Oklahoma, July 2005.

Instructor of "Educating Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder." Institutes for the Development of Educators Who Aspire to Succeed 2004. American Indian Center for Excellence in Exceptional Education. American Indian Center for Excellence in Exceptional Education. University of Oklahoma Outreach, Asheville, North Carolina, November 2004.

Instructor of "Teaching the Three R's through the Three R's." Institutes for the Development of Educators Who Aspire to Succeed 2004. American Indian Center for Excellence in Exceptional Education. University of Oklahoma Outreach, Bangor, Maine, October 2004.

Instructor of Management in Special Education (EDSP 4413). Institutes for the Development of Educators Who Aspire to Succeed 2004. American Indian Center for Excellence in Exceptional Education. University of Oklahoma Outreach, Norman, Oklahoma, June 2004.

Special education teacher of preschool children with developmental delay, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1993 - 2001.

Co-inclusion teacher of special education and general education kindergarten class, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1992 - 1993.

Special education teacher to children with developmental delay in transition class, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1987 - 1992.

Academic Preparation

Ph.D. Special Education, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, 2004    

M.Ed. Special Education, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, 2000

B.S., University of Oklahoma, Special Education, Norman, Oklahoma, 1970 - 1972

Certification through Oklahoma State Department of Education
Mental Retardation till June 2009
Autism, Registry till June 2009
Other Health Impairment, Registry till June 2009

Dissertation
Literacy Instruction for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A National Survey of Special Educators.

Publications - Peer Reviewed

Brandes, J. A., & Ormsbee, C. K., Haring, K. A., & Millsap, C. A. (resubmitted for publication). A National Study of Teacher-Selected Reading Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities

Brandes, J. A., & Ormsbee, C. K. (submitted for publication). A National Study of Teacher-Selected Reading Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Journal of Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders.

Brandes, J. A., & Ormsbee, C. K. (submitted for publication). A National Study of Teacher-Selected Writing Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Teacher Education and Special Education.

Publications - Practitioner

Brandes, J. A. (2005, September). Twenty Ways to Partner with Parents. Intervention in School and Clinic, 41(1).

Brandes, J. A., Ormsbee, C. K., & Haring, K. A. (2005, March). From Early Intervention to Early Childhood Programs: Timeline for Early Successful Transitions (TEST). Intervention in School and Clinic, 40(4).

Brandes, J. A., & Ormsbee, C. K. (2005, November). Books and More:  Review of Autism.  Intervention in School and Clinic, 41(2).

Brandes, J. A. (in press).  Pearl of the Week: A Strategy for Enhancing Communication with Parents. The Lime Lighter: Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, 55(3).

College Joins Consortium to Archive Technology Lessons. (2003, November). Folio. The University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, 2.

Richardson, K. & Brandes, J. A. (2002). Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR-UP). Sooner Summer Academy Newsletter. Oklahoma State Regents of Higher Education, Oklahoma, 1.

Refereed Proceedings and Study Guide

Brandes, J. A. & Ormsbee, C. K. (2005). Study Guide for Human Exceptionality 8/e, Hardman, M., Drew, C., & Egan, W.

Blair, R. B., Brandes, J. A., Ormsbee, C. K. (2002). Using Writing Strategies and Visual Thinking Software to Enhance the Writing Performance of Students with Mild Disabilities. Proceedings of the 22nd Annual National Conference of the American Council on Rural Special Education. Reno, Nevada, 242 - 246.

Grants Funded

University of Oklahoma Research Council Grant for the "Oklahoma Reading and Writing Intervention Package." Principal investigator of development of reading and writing instructional intervention package that will be used to facilitate generalization of literacy skills in general education classroom. Notification of award for $4,999 on December 20, 2006.

University of Oklahoma College of Education Research and Travel Awards for the "Explicit Research-Based Literacy Intervention Delivered in Tandem with Physical Activity" project. As principal investigator, received travel support for development and implementation of pilot project for "Oklahoma Reading and Writing Intervention Package." Notification of award for $320.13 on November 1, 2006.

University of Oklahoma College of Education Research and Travel Awards for the "Effectively Teaching Literacy to Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder" project. As principal investigator, received travel support for presentation of research at National Rural Education Association (NREA) 98th Annual Convention in Kansas City, MO. Notification of award for $208.19 on November 1, 2006.

University of Oklahoma Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) for "Explicit Research-Based Literacy Intervention Delivered in Tandem with Physical Activity" project. As faculty sponsor oversaw implementation of grant that supported travel and purchase of assessment materials/kits. Notification of award for $497.70 on November 14, 2006.

Research Experience

Principal investigator of "Renorming of FACES with American Indian Families" (pending IRB approval), 2006 - present.

Principal investigator and coordinator of "Oklahoma Reading and Writing Intervention Package" summer project with Norman, Oklahoma Community After School Program, June  - July, 2007.

Principal investigator of "Oklahoma Reading and Writing Intervention Package" project, 2006 - present.

Principal investigator of "Explicit Research-Based Literacy Intervention Delivered in Tandem with Physical Activity" project, 2006 - present.

Faculty sponsor for "Explicit Research-Based Literacy Intervention Delivered in Tandem with Physical Activity" project, 2006 - 2007. Sponsored undergraduate was honored for her outstanding research and presentation by the Honors College at The University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma.

Principal investigator of "Attitudes of General and Special Education Preservice Teachers toward Inclusion" project, 2002 - present.

Principal investigator of "Literacy Instruction for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A National Survey of Special Educators, 2004 - present.

Co-principal investigator of PT3 Knowledge Integration of Technology in Education (KITE) grant, 2003 - 2004.

Knowledge Scout for PT3 Knowledge Integration of Technology in Education (KITE) grant, 2002 - 2003.

Project director of Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR-UP) Sooner Summer Academy, June - August 2002.

Teacher in Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR-UP) Sooner Summer Academy, June 2001.

International Peer-Reviewed Presentations

Brandes, J. A., Lovett, D. L., & Haring, K. A. (2006, March). Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood. Forty-Third Annual International Conference. Learning Disabilities Association of America. Jacksonville, Florida.

Blair, R. B., Brandes, J. A. & Ormsbee, C. K. (2003, February). Technology Support for Teachers. 8th Biennial International Conference on Mental Retardation and Other Developmental Disabilities. Kauai, Hawaii.

Gardner, J. E., Wissick, C. A., Blair, R. B., & Brandes, J. A. (2003, June).  Technology-Enhanced Thematic Units for Special Populations and At-Risk Students.  National Educational Computing Conference (NECC), Seattle, Washington.

National Peer-Reviewed Presentations

Brandes, J. A. & Ormsbee, C. K. (2006, October). Effectively Teaching Literacy to Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Rural America. National Rural Education Association Annual Convention. Kansas City, Missouri.

Lovett, D. L., Brandes, J. A., & Haring, K. A. (2006, February). Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood. Fifth Biennial Conference. Research Innovations in Early Intervention. San Diego, California.

Brandes, J. A. & Ormsbee, C. K. (2005, November). Teacher Attitudes About Their Responsibility and Ability to Teach Children with Disabilities. Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Teacher Education Division (TED) 28th Annual Conference and 1st Annual TED/TAM Conference. Portland, Maine.
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Brandes, J. A. & Ormsbee, C. K. (2005, April). Effectively Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder How to Read and Write. Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention and Expo. Baltimore, Maryland.
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Lovett, D. L., Brandes, J. A., & Haring, K. A. (2005, April). A Developmental Field Experience System for Preservice Special Education Teachers. Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention and Expo. Baltimore, Maryland.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, March). Literacy Instruction for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A National Response from Special Educators in Rural Settings. American Council on Rural Special Education (ACRES) 25th Annual National Conference, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., Ormsbee, C. K., Haring, K. A., and Lovett, D. L. (2004, November). Effective Strategies for Teaching Literacy Skills to Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Teacher Education Division (TED) 27th Annual Conference. Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Brandes, J. A., Ormsbee, C. K, & Haring, K. A. (2004, April). From Early Intervention to Early Childhood Programs: Timeline for Early Successful Transition (TEST). Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention and Expo. New Orleans, Louisiana.

Blair, R. B., Gardner, J. E., Ormsbee, C., & Brandes, J. (2003, April).Using Strategies to Enhance the Writing Performance of Students with Learning Disabilities. Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)Annual Convention and Expo. Seattle, Washington.

Blair, R. B., Brandes, J. A., & Ormsbee, C. K.  (2003, February). Using Strategies to Enhance the Writing Performance of Students with Moderate Disabilities. 19th Annual Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities. Oahu, Hawaii.

Brandes, J. A., Blair, R. B. & Ormsbee, C. K. (2003, February). Technology Support for Teachers. 19th Annual Pacific Rim Conference on Disabilities. Oahu, Hawaii.

Blair, R. B., Gardner, J. E., Ormsbee, C. K., & Brandes, J. A. (2002, April). Student Attitudes and Performance When Thematic Units are Enhanced by Integrating Technology. Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention and Expo. New York City, New  York.

Blair, R. B., Brandes, J. A., & Ormsbee, C. K. (2002, March). Using Writing Strategies and Visual Thinking Software to Enhance the Writing Performance of Students with Mild Disabilities.  22nd  Annual National Conference of the American Council on Rural Special Education. Reno, Nevada.

Ormsbee, C. K., & Brandes, J. A. (2001, April).  Preassessment:  A National Survey of University Programs. Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention and Expo. Kansas City, Missouri.

Regional Peer-Reviewed Presentations

Brandes, J. A. (2007, July). Effectively Teaching Reading and Writing to Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A National Study of Special Educators. Delta Kappa Gamma Society International 2007 Southwest Regional Conference Research Symposium, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Statewide Peer-Reviewed Presentations

Brandes, J. A., Haring, K. A., Vollmer, S., Yuen, A., & Spangler, L.A. (2007, February). Practical Strategies for Teaching Literacy to Students with Special Needs.. Oklahoma Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Bixler, L. A. (2006, November). I Ain't Gonna and You Can't Make Me. Learning Disabilities Association of Oklahoma. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
 
Brandes, J. A. (2006, November). Planning for the Future: TEST. Learning Disabilities Association of Oklahoma. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, February). Practical Strategies for Early Childhood Programs: Ensuring Success. Oklahoma Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Haring, K. A. (2004, February). Successful Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Programs: Timeline for Early Successful Transition. Oklahoma Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children. Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2004, February). Classroom Management vs. Classroom Discipline. Oklahoma Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children. Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., & Peterson, L. Y.  (2003, October). Preservice Elementary General Educators' Perceptions of Educating Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities.  Oklahoma Association for Career and Technical Education Conference. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Peterson, L. Y., Ormsbee, C. K., & Brandes, J. A. (2003, October). Preservice General and Special Educators' Perceptions of Education of Exceptional Students. Oklahoma Association of Teacher Educators Fall Conference. Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., Peterson, L. Y., & Washington, C. M. (2002, February).  Not in the Hall:  Effective Strategies for Successful Communication, Collaboration, and Co-teaching. Oklahoma Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children 37th Annual Spring Conference. Norman, Oklahoma.

Statewide Presentations and Exhibits

Brandes, J. A. & Bixler, L. A. (2007, February). FBA, Collaboration, and Co-Teaching: Is There a Connection? Tecumseh Public Schools, Tecumseh, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2007, January). Classroom Management vs. Classroom Discipline. Oklahoma Technical Assistance Center, Cushing, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Ormsbee, C. K. (2006 - present). Co-Teaching: An Effective Instructional Model with Ongoing Professional Development. Broken Arrow Public Schools, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2006, September). Decoding the If, When, and How of a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA). StateSuperintendent's Conference for Special Education Teachers and Directors, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2006, August). Why Discipline When You Can Manage an Effective Classroom?:  Accommodations and Modifications for All Students. Hominy Public Schools, Hominy, Oklahoma..

Brandes, J. A. & Bixler, L. A. (2006, August). Interventions Strategies Training. Lawton Public Schools, Lawton, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Bixler, L. A. (2006, August). Of Course You Can Do It!:Research-Based Strategies for Teaching All Students. McLoud Public Schools, McLoud, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2006, May). Leveling the Playing Field: ParaPROFESSIONALS "Play Ball!" Ardmore Public Schools, Ardmore, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2006, February). Collaboration and Co-Teaching: Building Positive and Productive Relationships. Stillwater Public Schools, Stillwater, Oklahoma

Brandes, J. A. (2006, January). Ensuring Success for All Students through Professional Disposition and Effective Practice. Wilburton Public Schools Professional Development, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Bixler, L. A. (2006, January). Oppositional Defiant Disorder: Performance Deficits. Wingspan, Incorporated, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, September). Enhancing Education Through Appropriately Managed Classrooms. Fourth Annual State Superintendent's Conference for Special Education Teachers and Directors, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, April). Empowerment of Paraprofessionals. Ardmore Public Schools, Ardmore, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, March). Strategies, Accommodations, and Modifications: Ensuring Success for All Students. Purcell Public Schools, Purcell, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2004 - 2007). Registry Training in Other Health Impairment. University Affiliated Programs, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2004, October). Effective Strategies for Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. State Para-Professional Training. Oklahoma State Department of Education, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2004, August). Modifications for Teaching the Three R's to Students With and Without Disabilities. State Superintendent's Conference for Special Education Teachers and Directors, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2004, August). Why Discipline When You Can Manage an Effective Classroom?StateSuperintendent's Conference for Special Education Teachers and Directors, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., Ormsbee, C. K., & Peterson, L. Y. (2003, November). Preservice General and Special Educators' Preparedness for Inclusive Education. Oklahoma Association for Career and Technical Education Annual Fall Conference. Edmond, Oklahoma.

Peterson, L. Y. & Brandes, J. A. (2003, September). Oklahoma Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children:  Membership and Activities Exhibit. Oklahoma State Department of Education Special Education Conference, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Blair, R. B., Brandes, J. A., & Ormsbee, C. K. (2002, November). Knowledge Innovation for Technology in Education. Oklahoma Association for Career and Technical Education Conference. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., Blair, R. B., & Ormsbee, C. K. (2002, November). University and Public School Connections:  Sooner Summer Academy. Oklahoma Association for Career and Technical Education Conference. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., Blair, R. B., & Ormsbee, C. K.  (2002, September). GEAR-UP Sooner Summer Academy, Third Annual State GEAR-UP Conference. Lone Wolf, Oklahoma.

Peterson, L. Y. & Brandes, J. A. (2002, August).  Oklahoma Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children:  Membership and Activities Exhibit. Oklahoma State Department of Education Special Education Conference, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Regional and Local Presentations and Workshops

Brandes, J. A., & Roberts, C. I. (2007, January). Advocating for Ourselves and Others.. Oklahoma LEND Leadership Program, Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., & Roberts, C. I. (2006, October). Planning Transitions from Birth through Adulthood. Bradley University Teacher Education Program, Peoria, Illinois.

Brandes, J. A., & Roberts, C. I. (2006, June). Transition and Its Relevance to Advocacy. Bradley University Teacher Education Program, Peoria, Illinois.

Brandes, J. A., & Roberts, C. I. (2006, April). Self-Advocacy by a Student and His Teacher. Bradley University Teacher Education Program, Peoria, Illinois.

Brandes, J. A., & Bixler, L. A. (2006, March). Oppositional Defiance: Is It Me? Norman Public Schools. Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., & Roberts, C. I. (2006, January). Advocacy Then and Now. Oklahoma LEND Leadership Program, Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, November) Collaboration: Success for All Students. Lawton Public Schools, Lawton, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., & Roberts, C. I. (2005, November) History of Inclusion: We Lived It. Bradley University Teacher Education Program, Peoria, Illinois.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, November). Shared Partnerships: Parents and Teachers Working Together. Stillwater Public Schools, Stillwater, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., Ormsbee, C. K. (2005, August). Preparation of Preservice Educators to Teach Students with Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder. University of Oklahoma - Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, August). Preintervention, Collaboration, and Co-Teaching: Keys to Success. American Indian Center for Excellence in Exceptional Education. University of Oklahoma Outreach, Philadelphia, Mississippi.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, August). Accommodations and Modifications that Add Up in Math Instruction. Ohkay O'Wingeh Community School, San Juan Pueblo, New Mexico.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, August). Practical Strategies for Enhancing Education. Purcell Public Schools, Purcell, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, August). Everybody Counts of Nobody Counts. Dennison Public Schools, Idabel, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, April). Managing the Educational Environment to Increase Academic and Social Success. Idabel Public Schools, Idabel, Oklahoma

Brandes, J. A. & Ormsbee, C. K. (2005, April). Co-instructor of Discipline of Students with Special Needs, Lorman Education Services, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, February). Modifications and Accommodations for Teaching the Three Rs. Stillwater Public Schools, Stillwater, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2005, January). The Impact of Paraeducators. Duncan Public Schools, Duncan, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2004, December). The Four Rs that Lead to Successfully Teaching the Three Rs. Stillwater Public Schools, Stillwater, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2004, November). Reflections of a Former Graduate Student.  ProSeminar I (EDSP 6203). University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2004, August). Modifying and Accommodating Students with Special Needs through the Three R's. Ardmore Public Schools, Ardmore, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2004, August). Selecting and Developing Appropriate Accommodations and Modifications for Teaching Literacy to Students With and Without Disabilities. Wynnewood Public Schools, Wynnewood, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2004, July). From Early Intervention to Early Childhood Programs: Timeline for Early Successful Transition (TEST). Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., & Roberts, C. I. (2003, December). Advocacy and Special Education: A Thirty Year Perspective from a Student and His Teacher. Oklahoma LEND Leadership Program, Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., & Jen, F. L. (2003, November). Knowledge Innovation for Technology in Education (KITE). University of Oklahoma Educational Psychology Graduate Organization Annual Mini-Conference. Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2003, October). Knowledge Innovation for Technology in Education. Advanced Practicum in Special Education (EDSP 4890). University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2003, October). Knowledge Innovation for Technology in Education. Practicum in Special Education (EDSP 3890). University of Oklahoma,
Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2003, October).  Knowledge Innovation for Technology in Education. Educational Psychology Graduate Students' Organization (EGO) Fall Mini-Conference, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2003, September). Teaching Students with Hearing Impairment and Deafness. Understanding and Accommodating Students with Exceptionalities (EDSP 3054). University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2003, August). Status Review of Knowledge Innovation for Technology in Education Project (KITE). Education Professions Division, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2003, August). Status Review of Knowledge Innovation for Technology in Education Project (KITE). University of Missouri, Kansas City, Missouri.

Brandes, J. A., & Roberts, C. I. (2003, February).  Perspectives of a Former Student and His Teacher:  Advocacy Issues and Strategies Then and Now.  Oklahoma LEND Leadership Program, Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Peterson, L. Y. (2003, January).  Curriculum Modification and Supports Toolbox.  Dewey Public Schools, Dewey, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Peterson, L. Y. (2002, November).  Curriculum Supports and Modifications. Oklahoma City Public Schools, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., Blair, R. B., & Richardson, K. A. (2002, October).  GEAR-UP Sooner Summer Academy. Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, Eta Chapter, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., & Roberts, C. I. (2002, March).  Special Education Then and Now: A Student and His Teacher Reflect on the Evolution of the Type and Location of Services During the Past 25 Years.  Oklahoma LEND Leadership Program, Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Shaw, T. E. (2002, February). Parenting with Love and Logic. Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2001, November).  Preschoolers and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Cleveland Elementary Special Education Professional Development.  Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2001, October). The Process and Effectiveness of Early Intervention. Working with Parents of Exceptional Individuals (EDSP 3753). University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., Kerr, S. M. (2001, May). If I Only Had a Brain!. Cleveland Elementary Faculty Professional Development, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Shaw, T. E. (2001, January). Parenting with Love and Logic. Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., & Roberts, C. I. (2000, November).  Historical Perspective/Personal Experience of Special Education in Public Schools. Oklahoma LEND Leadership Program, Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Wood, V. D. & Brandes, J. A. (2000, August). Developing Computerized IEPs. Cleveland  Elementary Professional Development, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (2000, February). Strategies for Working with Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A., & Beale, T. A. (1999, August). Developing Computerized IEPs. Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (1998, August). Making the Leap from Sooner Start to Preschool. Sooner Start of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (1998, April). Overview of Sooner Start Policies, Procedures, and Philosophies. Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (1998, March). Strategies for Working with Preschool Children with Disabilities in a Non-Academic Environment. Early Childhood Association of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Pound, S. A. (1996, November). Strategies for Parenting Siblings of Children with Disabilities. Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. (1996, February). Strategies for Parents of Children with Disabilities. Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Bruesch, B. D. (1995, October). Strategies for Parenting Brothers and Sisters of Children with Disabilities. Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Brandes, J. A. & Wade, K. A. (1994, October). Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) in the Classroom. Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Related Teaching Experience

Tutor in public and private educational arena, Cleveland County, Oklahoma, 1978 - 1985.

Co-author of grant and teacher of first class for children with physical disabilities in Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1975 - 1978.

Teacher of children with multiple disabilities, Oklahoma City Public Schools, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 1972 - 1975.

Sign language co-instructor to undergraduates, post-graduates, and adults, University of
Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, Summer 1978.

Professional Experience and Service

Core faculty member of Oklahoma LEND Leadership Program, Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 2000 - present.

Member of Scholarship Committee, Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, 2007.

Member of Professional Sequence Committee, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, 2005 - present.

Co-executive Director of Wingspan, 2005 - present.

Committee member on two doctoral committees, Fall 2005 - present.

Advisor to six master's students, Fall, 2005 - present.

Faculty sponsor for the Student Council for Exceptional Children at the University of Oklahoma, Fall 2005 - present.

Faculty member of Undergraduate Scholarship Committee, Spring, 2006.

Co-developer of standardized syllabi for EDSP 3890, EDSP 4890, EDSP 4413, Fall, 2005.

Member of Cooperating Teacher's Reception Committee, University of Oklahoma, Fall 2005 - present.
 
Member of Education Professions Division (EPD). University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, 2004 - present.

Resident Teacher Program Higher Education Representative, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, 2004 - present.

Member of Elections Committee, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma. 2005 - 2007.

Proposal reviewer for 2006 Council for Exceptional Children Annual Convention & Expo. April 5 - 8 in Salt Lake City, Utah,

Consultant with Oklahoma Child Study Center, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, 2004 - present.

External evaluator for On-Line Learning Communities for Oklahoma Educators and Related Service Personnel:  The Wave of the Future for Delivery of Staff Development grant, East Central University, Ada, Oklahoma, 2003 - 2005.

Co-chair of the University of Oklahoma Special Education Certification Committee, Norman, Oklahoma, 2001 - present.

University of Oklahoma Search Committee member for tenure-track assistant professor in Special Education, Spring 2004.

Graduate College Reviewer for the Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools 2005 Distinguished Thesis Awards, October 2004.

Oklahoma Educational Technology Trust/OK-ACTS Phase II Partnership Grants Reviewer, Norman, Oklahoma, 2003 - 2005.

Oklahoma Commission of Teacher Preparation Reviewer of portfolios, Edmond, Oklahoma, May 2004.

Reviewer for Content Advisory Committee (CAC) of Oklahoma Subject Area Tests (OSAT) in Severe-Profound/Multiple Disabilities for the Oklahoma Commission of Teacher Preparation, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 2003 - 2004.

National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) Committee member at the University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, 2002 - 2004.

Program examiner for National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), Langston, Oklahoma, 2003.

Representative for the Oklahoma Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children at the State Superintendent's Annual Conference, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 2003.

Member of the University of Oklahoma Academic Appeals Board, 2003 - 2004.                    

Executive Board of Directors for Educational Psychology Graduate Students' Organization (EGO), University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, 2001 - 2003.

      Executive Board of Oklahoma Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children:

State sales representative and instructor for Banking Is: Fiscal Management Curriculum
and Software program, Grades 7 - 12, Oklahoma banks and public and private schools,
1985 - 1987.

Related Professional Development

National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education Board of Examiners (NCATE) Training (2006, November). Oklahoma Commission for Teacher Preparation (OCTP), Norman, Oklahoma.
               
The Reauthorization of IDEA: IDEIA of 2004. (2005, June). Oklahoma State Department of Education, Special Education Services and Oklahoma Directors of Special Services.

National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education Program Review Training (2005, February). University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma.

High Expectations: Closing the Gap. (2005, February). Staff Development Council of Oklahoma Annual Conference. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

New Faculty Orientation. (2004, Fall). Office of Professional Development, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma.

National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education Board of Examiners (NCATE) Training (2001, October). Oklahoma Commission for Teacher Preparation (OCTP), Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
               
Payne, R. (2000, August). Framework for Understanding Poverty. Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.
 
Hall, R. A. (2000, January). Brain-Based Learning. Moore-Norman Vo-Tech, Norman, Oklahoma.
 
Schiller, P. M. (1999, November). The Latest Research in Brain Research and Education. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
                                                                               
Autism in the Classroom. (1996, November). State Autism Conference, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Adaptive Behavior Analysis/Lovaas Training. Norman, Oklahoma, 1996.

Administration of Norman Public Schools Developmental Screen Training. (1996, June). Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Oklahoma State Registry Training in Other Health Impairments. (1995, June). State Department of Education, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Fay, J. (1995, November). ADHD in the Classroom. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

ADHD: Learning Disabilities Workshop. (1995, March). Oklahoma City Public Schools, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Dysphasia Management. (1995, February). University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Society, Schools, and People with Visual Impairment. (1994, March). Annual APOSI Conference, Midwest City, Oklahoma.

Seizure Disorders. (1994, February). Seizure Disorder Center Presentation, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

It's the Law: An Interpretation of the Current Aspects of IDEA. (1994, September). PRO-Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Oklahoma State Autism Registry Training. (1993, June). State Department of Education, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Skills for Growing. (1992, January). Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma.

Scotopic Sensitivity Training. (1990, May). Moore-Norman Vo-Tech, Norman, Oklahoma.

Interpretive Sign Language. (1977 - 1978, Fall). Independent Living, Norman, Oklahoma.

American Sign Language. (1977). Moore-Norman Vo-Tech, Norman, Oklahoma.

Interpretive Sign Language. (1975). Moore-Norman Vo-Tech, Norman, Oklahoma.

Additional Grants

All Aboard the Learning Train - $800. Norman Public Schools Foundation Grant, Norman, Oklahoma, 2000.

Language Development Strategies - $350. Norman Public Schools Foundation Grant, Norman, Oklahoma, 2000.

Communication Needs of Preschoolers with Special Needs - $340. Norman Public Schools Foundation Grant, Norman, Oklahoma, 1998.

Cued Speech - $200. Norman Public Schools Foundation Grant, Norman, Oklahoma, 1996.

Phonics and Articulation Strategies for Parent Training - $425. Norman Public Schools Foundation Grant, Norman, Oklahoma, 1995.

Signing in the Classroom - $110. Norman Public Schools Foundation Grant, Norman, Oklahoma, 1993. 

Math Their Way Learning Kits and Manipulatives - $275. Norman Public Schools Foundation Grant, Norman, Oklahoma, 1992.

Additional Professional Service, 1975 - present

Presenter for staff development, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma,       January, 2005.

Instructor of Parenting Class at All Saint's Catholic School, Norman, Oklahoma,         Fall 2004.

Mentor to the secretary of the University of Oklahoma Student Council for Exceptional Children, 2003 - 2004.

Member of Program Development Committee for Developmental Delay, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1987 - 2001.

Chairman of School Climate Goal Team, Cleveland Elementary School, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 2000 - 2002.

Co-chair of Leadership Committee, Cleveland Elementary School, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 2001 - 2002.

Co-chair of Cleveland Elementary School's Interview Committee, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1998 - 2001.

Faculty Representative on Citizens Advisory Council, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1996 - 1998.

Chair of Special Education Team, Cleveland Elementary School, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1995 - 1996.

Technology Goal Team Committee member, Cleveland Elementary School, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1994 - 1995.

Resident Year Teacher Mentor, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1994 - 1995.

Site Planning Committee member, Cleveland Elementary School, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1994 - 1995.

Chairman of "Reading is Fundamental," Norman Public Schools and Junior League of Norman, Inc., Norman, Oklahoma, 1992 - 1995. 

"Parents and Our School," Cleveland Elementary School, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1992 - 1993.

 "Moving Toward Inclusion," Norman Public Schools Task Force, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1992 - 1993.

Interview Committee member, Cleveland Elementary School, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1992 - 1993.

Program Presentation Co-chair, Learning Disabilities Association of  Norman, Norman, Oklahoma, 1991 - 1991.

Special Education Practices, Norman Public Schools Task Force, Norman, Oklahoma, 1990 - 1991.

Site Development Committee at Cleveland Elementary School, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1990 - 1991.

Interview Committee at Cleveland Elementary School, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1989 - 1991.

Curriculum Development Committee, Norman Public Schools,  Norman, Oklahoma, 1988 - 1993. 

Norman Public Schools Special Olympics Committee, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1988 - 1993.

United Cerebral Palsy State Board of Directors, 1975 - 1978.

Professional Associations

Council for Exceptional Children, 1998 - present

Learning Disabilities Association, 2005 - present

Oklahoma Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children

Wingspan Co-executive director, 2005 - present

Kaleidoscope Board of Directors, Fall 2005 - present

Educational Psychology Graduate Organization (EGO)

Delta Kappa Gamma Society International

Beta Gamma Phi Service Fraternity, 2001 - 2004

Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society for Educators, 1996

MMR Advisory Committee, Norman Public Schools, Norman, Oklahoma, 1983 - 2000

Professional Educators of Norman (PEN), 1995 - 2000

National Educational Association (NEA), 1995 - 2000

Oklahoma Education Association (OEA), 1995 - 2000

Parent/Teacher Association (PTA)

• President, 1987 - 1988
• Board of Directors, 1982 - 1987
• Member, 1982 - 2000
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Community Service Organizations

Junior League of Norman

Assistance League of Norman, 1991 - present

Scholarships, Awards, Recognition

Academic Keys Who's Who in Education Higher Education (WWEHE), 2007.

Outstanding Faculty, Member for The University of Oklahoma presented by UOSA, 2006.

Kingfisher Hall of Fame for Service to Education, Kingfisher, Oklahoma, 2005.

Hazel Benedict Scholarship,  Kappa Gamma Society International, 2004.
Will Rogers Educational Scholarship, University of Oklahoma, 1999.