Mollie E Sheppard

Mollie E. Sheppard, EdD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Special Education, focusing on interdisciplinary research connecting medical and educational fields. Her work addresses critical issues in special education, autism spectrum disorders, and family engagement.

Research Interests:

• Integration of technology in special education
• Collaboration between medical and educational professionals
• Autism spectrum disorder interventions
• Legal aspects of special education
• Equitable parent-teacher communication

Recent Publication Trends:

• Emphasis on flipped classrooms for medical student training
• Analysis of socioeconomic disparities in parental involvement
• Development of assistive technology tools for self-monitoring
• Exploration of legal knowledge gaps among healthcare providers
• Curriculum design for inclusive teacher preparation