Toni Franklin

Toni Franklin is an Associate Professor and Assistant Department Chair in the Department of Special Education at the University of West Georgia, within the College of Education. She holds a Ph.D. in Special Education from Auburn University (2011) and has prior experience as an elementary school teacher in both general and special education settings. Her research emphasizes preparing educators to support diverse learners effectively in inclusive environments.

Education:

• Ph.D., Special Education, Auburn University, 2011

Research Interests: Dr. Franklin focuses on inclusive classroom practices, special education policies and procedures, multiculturalism in special education, assessment strategies, teacher training for diverse populations, and dyslexia-specific instructional methods. She advocates for equitable educational frameworks and practical tools to bridge gaps between general and special education.

Teaching & Advising: She instructs courses such as SPED-3715 (Inclusive Classroom Strategies), SPED-4709 (Special Education Policies), and SPED-7705 (Urban/Multicultural Issues in Special Education). She also oversees practicum experiences (SPED-6793) and comprehensive exams (SPED-6795). No specific grants or advising records are noted in the text.

Labs/Teams: No formal labs or collaborative teams are mentioned in her profile.