Tom Fischer

Tom Fischer is a Professor of Special & Early Childhood Education at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, where he has been employed since 1996. He holds a Ph.D. in Special Education from the University of Wisconsin Madison (1997), an M.S. in Special Education from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (1994), and a B.A. in Political Science from Macalester College (1979). His expertise includes special education technology, functional behavioral assessment, behavior intervention plans, and math instruction for students with disabilities. He transitioned from P-12 teaching, including four years at Menominee Indian Junior/Senior High School, to academia, focusing on research and teaching in special education. He has authored a book chapter on functional behavioral assessment and is co-authoring a textbook on special education technology. His courses include Special Education Technology, Advanced Behavior Management, and Special Education Law.

• Education:
• Ph.D. in Special Education, University of Wisconsin Madison (1997)
• M.S. in Education in Special Education, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (1994)
• B.A. in Political Science, Macalester College (1979)

Dr. Fischer’s research emphasizes practical applications in special education, such as integrating technology to support students with disabilities and developing behavior intervention strategies. His academic work bridges theory and practice, informed by over a decade of teaching experience in special education settings.

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