Prior to joining Alvernia College in 2004, Mary Schreiner worked as a professional in public schools for 20 years, as a special education teacher and administrator. Her doctoral dissertation is entitled "Goal Origin and Strategy Instruction: Effects on Goal Success of Pre-adolescents with Disabilities."
B.S. in Education - Slippery Rock University
M.Ed. - Slippery Rock University
Ph.D. - in Special Education - Penn State University
- MED 505 - Introduction to Special Needs Students
- MED 500 - Curriculum Innovations
- ED 205 - Methods for the Inclusive Classroom
- SPE 100 - Introduction to Exceptionalities
| Monday, Wednesday, and Friday |
11:00 - 12:00 and by appointment between 1:00 - 3:30 |
| Thursday |
By appointment between 12:30 - 6:00 |
Expertise includes meaningful curriculum and effective instruction of students with disabilities, behavior intervention, and transition to adult life. Research interest and volunteer work address self-determination and self-advocacy for persons with disabilities. Members of Council for Exceptional Children, including Division for Learning Disabilities, Council for Children with Behavioral Disorders, Division for Career Development and Transition.
