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Stacey Allred serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Education at Taylor University, bringing over 25 years of professional experience in educational practice and research. Her expertise spans classroom management, special education, and community engagement initiatives.
Her academic credentials include:
- Educational Administration Licensure from Ball State University
- Director of Exceptional Needs Licensure from Ball State University
- MA in Learning Disabilities from Ball State University
- BS in Elementary Education from Ball State University
Dr. Allred's research centers on evidence-based classroom management techniques, including proximity strategies and the Responsive Classroom Approach. She maintains strong specialization in special education accommodations, summer learning program development, and family-school partnership frameworks. Her work emphasizes practical applications for K-12 educators through teacher training and resource development.
Her publication record demonstrates consistent focus on classroom management fundamentals, with encyclopedia contributions analyzing established methodologies and co-authoring implementation guides for foundational teaching practices. These works collectively address teacher preparation for classroom climate establishment and behavioral support systems.
Recognition includes:
- Faculty Immersive Learning Award (2019)
- Departmental Teaching Award (2019)
- Multiple Ball State University Excellence in Teaching Award nominations (2014-2022)
- Panhellenic Council Teaching Excellence Awards (2014, 2015)
- Departmental Award for Outstanding Teaching (2012)
She has secured $150,000+ through 11 funded grants as PI/Co-PI and co-developed Delaware County's elementary summer camp program. Her professional engagement extends to camp education through American Camp Association membership and therapeutic animal-assisted learning with her certified therapy dog Izzy.
Dr. Allred maintains active involvement in educational communities through Kappa Delta Pi (2018) and ASCD (2016-2019), while continuing agility training with Izzy for therapeutic school visits and dog sports competitions.
