Vicki Knight

Vicki Knight is an Assistant Professor in Special Education at the University of British Columbia, with over 20 years of experience in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) education. She serves as Director of the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research and Collaboration in Autism (CIRCA) and works closely with students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels.

• Research Focus: Promoting STEM learning for students with ASD and developmental disabilities
• Key Methods: Single-case research, applied behavior analysis, technology-based interventions

With over 40 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Knight’s work evaluates inclusion strategies in STEM and disseminates evidence-based practices. She contributes to editorial boards of journals including the Journal of Special Education and Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities.

Selected Scientific Contributions:

• 2019 Research Award, Council for Exceptional Children Division of Autism and Developmental Disabilities
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential

Her publications highlight video prompting, coding education, and general curriculum access. She trains educators internationally and explores collateral benefits of inclusive education environments.