2021 - Present | Professor, The University of Alabama in Huntsville | |
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2018 - Present | Associate Dean, The University of Alabama in Huntsville ‐ College of Education | |
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2014 - 2021 | Associate Professor, The University of Alabama in Huntsville | |
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2015 - 2018 | Chair, The University of Alabama in Huntsville ‐ Department of Curriculum and Instruction | |
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2009 - 2018 | Certified Orientation and Mobility Consultant, Madison City School System | |
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2015 - 2016 | Adjunct Professor, Marshall University | |
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2013 - 2016 | Adjunct Professor, Dominican College | |
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2012 - 2016 | Adjunct Professor, North Carolina Central University | |
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2007 - 2016 | Adjunct Professor/Instructor, Texas Tech University | |
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2015 | Adjunct Professor, George Mason University | |
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2008 - 2014 | Assistant Professor, The University of Alabama in Huntsville | |
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2013 | Adjunct Professor, University of Northern Iowa | |
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2012 | Adjunct Professor, West Virginia University | |
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2011 - 2012 | Adjunct Professor, New Mexico State University | |
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2007 - 2009 | Adjunct Professor, University of Nebraska | |
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2008 | Adjunct Professor, University of Northern Colorado | |
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2005 - 2007 | Graduate Assistant for Pat Kelley, Texas Tech University | |
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2005 - 2006 | Graduate Assistant for Nora Griffin-Shirley, Texas Tech University | |
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2000 - 2005 | Secondary Mathematics Teacher, Alabama School for the Blind | |
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Disciplines
Grants
2020 - 2024 | “Project VIABLE: Visual Impairment and Applied Behavior Learning Experiences” |
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Programs | |
Role: PI | |
$1,029,438 | |
2017 - 2020 | 'Perceptual and Implementation Strategies for Knowledge Acquisition of Digital Tactile Graphics for Blind and Visually Impaired Students" |
National Science Foundation | |
Role: PI | |
$64,947 | |
2014 | “Establishment of the STEM-VI Mathematics Research Laboratory Infrastructure”, |
University of Alabama in Huntsville Research Infrastructure Funds (RIF) grant | |
Role: PI | |
$5,245 | |
2013 - 2014 | "Investigating Audio Embossed Graphic Images for Individuals with Visual Impairments and Blindness" |
University of Alabama in Huntsville Individual Investigator Distinguished Research (IIDR) | |
$11,000 | |
2012 - 2014 | "EAGER: Promoting algebra learning through an accessible expression system for students with visual impairments and blindness" |
National Science Foundation | |
Role: PI | |
$300,000 | |
2010 - 2011 | “The Characteristics and Role of Tactile Graphics in Secondary Mathematics and Science Textbooks in Braille” |
University of Alabama in Huntsville Junior Faculty Distinguished Research (JFDR) | |
Role: PI | |
$9,482 | |
2010 - 2011 | “The Impact of the System for Conceptualizing Spatial Concepts (SC)² on Science and Mathematics Content” |
New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Collaborative Project Grant | |
Role: PI | |
$20,000 | |
2009 | “ATTICC: Assistive Technology for Teaching In Collaborative Classrooms” |
University of Alabama in Huntsville Instructional Improvement | |
Role: PI | |
$2,950 | |
2009 | “Collaboration in Secondary Education” |
Alabama State Department of Education State Personnel Development Grant | |
Role: Co-PI | |
Colleague(s): Dr. Monica Dillihunt | |
$15,000 |
Professional Service and Affiliations
2014 - Present | Member, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development | 2012 - Present | Member, Computer Science Teachers Association | 2008 - Present | Member, Alabama Federation Council for Exceptional Children | 2006 - Present | Member, CEC Technology and Media Division | 2006 - Present | Member, Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society for Education, Nu Sigma Chapter | 2001 - Present | Member, Association for the Education and Rehabilitation of the Visually Impaired and Blind | 2001 - Present | Member, CEC Division on Visual Impairments and Deafblindness | 2001 - Present | Member, Council for Exceptional Children | 2000 - Present | Member, National Council for Teachers of Mathematics |
Honors and Awards
- Alumni of the Year, Faulkner University, 2013
- Alumni of the Year, Department of Special Education, Leadership, Technology, and Foundations, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2008
- National Dissertation of the Year, Council for Exceptional Children Division on Visual Impairments, 2008
- Outstanding Doctoral Student of the Year, Texas Tech University College of Education, 2007
- Virginia Sowell Student of the Year Award, Council for Exceptional Children Division on Visual Impairments, 2003
- Alabama AER/UAM Student Membership Award, 2001
Courses
- ED 301/501: Introduction to Education Practicum
- ED 311: Instructional Strategies
- ED 374: Teaching Elementary Mathematics
- ED 402: Special Topics in Education
- ED 450: Special Topics-Internship
- ED 493: Elementary/Collaborative Teaching Internship
- ED 497: High School Internship
- ED 565: Introduction to Differentiated Instruction
- ED 570: Differentiated Instruction for Special Populations
- ED 593: Educating Exceptional Children and Youth
- ED 620: Educational Technology for Differentiated Instruction
- ED 635: Assessment Guided by Differentiated Instruction
- ED 690: Action Research Project
- EDC 301: Teaching the Exceptional Child
- EDC 302: Introduction to Low Incidence Populations
- EDC 321: Collaborative Consultation
- EDC 331: Critical Issues in Special Education
- EDC 551: Foundations of Visual Impairments
- EDC 625: Assistive Technology for the Education of Individuals with ASD
- EDC 652: Introduction to Orientation and Mobility
- EDC 653: Strategies for Students with Visual Impairments
- EDC 654: Introduction to Braille Literacy
- EDC 656: Programs for MIVI/DB
- EDC 657: Advanced Braille and Assistive Technology
2008 | Ed.D. in Special Education, Texas Tech University | |
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2007 | Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist, Texas Tech University | |
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2005 | Educational Leadership Certification, University of Alabama, Birmingham | |
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2003 | M.A.Ed in Special Education, University of Alabama, Birmingham | |
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2000 | B.S. in Mathematics, Faulkner University | |
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2000 | Associate of Science, Faulkner University | |
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Contact Information
301 Sparkman Dr.
Robert's Hall 322
Huntsville, AL
derrick.smith@uah.edu
256-824-3048