Hyunsoo Kwon

Hyunsoo Kwon is a Professor in the Department of Education at Sejong University, South Korea, where he has served as faculty since 2006. His research focuses on special education, inclusive practices, and support systems for students with disabilities within mainstream educational settings.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Education, The University of Kansas (2004)
• M.A. in Education, Boston College (1998)
• B.S. in Education, Korea University (1995)

Research Interests: Professor Kwon's work centers on curriculum development and modification strategies for students with disabilities, counseling interventions, inclusive classroom implementation, positive behavior support frameworks, and collaborative teaching methodologies. His research emphasizes practical applications to enhance social integration and academic outcomes for diverse learners, with particular attention to longitudinal data analysis and culturally responsive practices in Korean educational contexts.

Publication Trends: His recent scholarly output (2023-2025) demonstrates a sustained focus on family perspectives in special education, including quality-of-life assessments for families of students with disabilities and cross-cultural transition experiences. Longitudinal survey methodologies feature prominently across his work, analyzing student competencies, behavioral outcomes, and systemic implementation of inclusive practices from elementary through secondary education levels.

Professional Service: Professor Kwon served on the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education PBS Advisory panel (2015-2018) and teaches courses including Introduction to Special Education, Special Needs Counseling, and Graduation Research seminars at both undergraduate and graduate levels.