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Kim Larrabee is a HDFS Lecturer and Student Coordinator of Early Childhood Programs at the University of Connecticut, concluding a 33-year career in education. She holds a BA in Environmental Sciences and a dual MA in K-12 Special Education/Elementary Education from SUNY. Her career spans teaching in New York, developing the Responsive Classroom Approach, and pioneering courses like HDFS 3250 (Disability Studies) and HDFS 3120 (Online Programs for Young Children). She co-coordinates the Early Childhood Specialization (ECS) program, instrumental in its growth into a regional leader.
- Education: BA Environmental Sciences; MA Special Education/Elementary Ed
- Key Roles: ECS Program Coordinator, Child Development Lab Special Needs Coordinator
- Professional Contributions: AAUP Representative (2013-2020), disability studies curriculum developer
Research emphasizes child-centered pedagogy, developmental appropriateness, and inclusive education. Her career highlights include creating UConn’s first disability-focused HDFS course and mentoring over 100 ECS students. Post-retirement, she plans environmental advocacy, birding, and ocean swimming.
