Gregory P. Stefanich, Professor
University of Northern Iowa
Schindler Education Center 635
Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0606
Office: (319) 273-2073
Home: (319) 266-3069
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Educational Background
| 1971 | Ed.D. | University of Montana |
| 1968 | M.S. | University of Minnesota |
| 1965 | B.S. | University of Minnesota-Duluth |
Major Awards
- Apple Polisher Award - Student Admission Ambassadors University of Northern Iowa (2011)
- Lifetime Achievement Award, Association of Science Education for Students with Disabilities (2006)
- Distinguished President Award, Iowa-Nebraska District of Kiwanis International (2006)
- Induction as a Fellow in the American Association for the Advancement of Science (2005)
- Phillip G. Hubbard Outstanding Educator Award, University of Northern Iowa (2003)
- Induction into the Iowa Academy of Education, Iowa FINE Foundation (2002)
- Ross A. Nielsen Distinguished Professional Service Award, University of Northern Iowa (1998)
- College of Education Excellence in Service Award, University of Northern Iowa (1996)
- Distinguished Scholar Award, University of Northern Iowa (1994)
- Regents Award for Faculty Excellence, Iowa Board of Regents (1993)
- R. P. Brimm Award for outstanding contributions to middle level education in Iowa, (1983).
- President's Award for outstanding contributions to middle level education, National Middle School Association, (1981)
Recent Publications
Contributions to Books & Monographs-from 19
Burgstahler, S, Stefanich G. and Stodden R.( In Press). College Students with Disabilities in STEM: Expanding Opportunities by Enhancing Communication of Evidence-Based Information with Stakeholders. Washington, D.C.: American Association for Advancement of Science.
Stefanich, G.P. (editor). (2007). Inclusive Science Strategies. Dubuque, IA: Kendall-Hunt Publishing Company.
Stefanich, G.P. (editor). (2007). The Ontogony of Inclusive Science. Dubuque, IA: Kendall-Hunt Publishing Company.
McGuinnes, R. and Stefanich, G.P. (2007). Special needs and talents in science learning, In N. Lederman and J. Abel (eds.), Handbook of Research in Science Education AETS Special Publication. Mahwah, NJ, Erlbaum Publishers.
Sweeney-Lederman, J..and Stefanich, G. P. Addressing Disabilities in the Modern Educational Context in, L.B. Flick and N.G. Lederman (Eds.), 2005. Scientific Inquiry and the Nature of Science: Implications for Teaching, Learning and Teacher Education, Kluwer Academic Publishers.
Miner, D. (Ed.), (2002)). Teaching chemistry to students with disabilities. Washington, D.C.: American Chemical Society.
Stefanich, G. P. (Ed.). (2001), Science teaching in inclusive classrooms: theory and foundations. Cedar Falls, IA: Woolverton.
Stefanich, G. P. (Ed). (2001), Science teaching in inclusive classrooms: models and applications. Cedar Falls, IA: Woolverton.
Lynch, S., Atwater M., Cawley J., Eccles J., Lee, O., Mannett, C,, Rojas-Medlin, D., Secada, W., Stefanich, G.P., Willetto, A. (1998). Chapter: Equity Blueprints for Reform. Project 2061, American Association for the Advancement of Science. Oxford University Press, New York.
Stainback, W., Stainback, S., Stefanich, G.P., & Alper, S. (1996). "Learning in inclusive classrooms: What about the curriculum?" in Susan Stainback and William Stainback, (Eds.), Inclusion: A Guide for Educators (pp. 209-220). Baltimore, MD: Paul Brookes Publishing Company.
Recent Articles
Stefanich, G. P. (January, 2014). Making a difference. Science and Children. 51 (5), p. 8-9.
Rule, A. C., & Stefanich, G. P. (January-March, 2012). Using a thinking skills system to guide discussions during a working conference on students with disabilities pursuing STEM fields. Journal of STEM Education: Innovations and Research , 13(1), p. 1-12.
Rule, A. C., Stefanich, G. P., & Boody, R. M. (Winter, 2011). The impact of a working. conference. focused on supporting students with mobility and sensory disabilities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Journal of Post-secondary Education and Disability, 24(4), 351-367.
Krueger, K.S. and Stefanich, G.P..(January, 2011). The School Librarian as an Agent of Scientific Inquiry for Students with Disabilities, Knowledge Quest, 39(3), p. 40-47.
Rule, A.C., Stefanich G.P., Boody, R.M., Peiffer, B. (2010 September 20th). Impact of Adaptive Materials on Teachers and their Students with Visual Impairments in Secondary Science and Mathematics Classes. International Journal of Science Education. DOI: 10.1080/09500693.2010.506619
Stefanich, G.P. (2008, August). The Importance of Blind and Low Vision Students in STEM Education at the Secondary and Post-Secondary Levels. Paper at the ILAB Conference, Madison, WI.
Stefanich, G. P. (2007). Opportunities and challenges relating to high school and post-secondary education for students with disabilities in science. Proceedings of the 2006 Conference on Smoothing the Transition from High School to Successful Postsecondary Educational Experiences: An Invitational Working Conference, FINE Foundation, Des Moines, IA.
Stefanich, G.P. (2007, March). Teaching and Learning for all Students. ITeachNet’s International Education Webzine (http://www.iteachnet.org/webzine/?q=node/29)
Stefanich, G.P. (2007, May). Educators that Make a Difference. Proceedings of the 10th Annual Conference on Higher Education, Russian State Pedagogical University, St. Petersburg, Russia.
Stefanich, G.P. (2007, July). Connecting Teaching and Learning. Proceedings of the First International Conference on Technology-based Learning with Disability, Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio.
Stefanich, G. P. (2005). The Status of Students with Disabilities in Science, Proceedings of the RASEM-Regional Alliance for Science, Engineering and Mathematics Squared Symposium. Las Cruses, NM.
Stefanich, G.P., Gabriele, A.J., Rogers, B.G., & Erpelding, C. (2005). Improving Educator Attitudes About Inclusive Science Through Dissemination Workshops. Journal of Science Education for Students with Disabilities. 11(1), 6-24.
Recent Grants
- Martin, J. Hedrick, B. & Collins, K.Stefanich, G.P., (2011-2013). Midwestern Alliance in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Supplement, National Science Foundation, $ 285,000.
- Leddy, M.H., Miller, J. Stefanich, G.P., Hedrick, B. & Collins, K. (2006-2011).Midwestern Alliance in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, National Science Foundation, $ 3,000,000.
- Stefanich, G. P. (2007-2010) Adaptive Equipment and Supplies for Science and Mathematics Education: A Loan Program for Iowa Schools. Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust, $ 128,691.
- Stefanich, G.P. & Rule, A. (2008-2009). Planning for Success in STEM for Students with Disabilities: A Working Conference, Mathematics and Science Education Collaborative Initiative, $53,058.
- Inclusive Science Instruction, Iowa Eisenhower Grant Program, January, 2002 – June, 2003, $82,800.
- Improving Opportunities for Students with Disabilities Through Cooperative Dissemination, National Science Foundation February, 2001- June, 2003, $ 60,398.
- Communication/Dissemination Project on Science Education Resources for Students with Disabilities, National Science Foundation February, 2000 – June, 2002, $45,178.
- Curriculum Development in Teaching Science to Students with Disabilities--National Science Foundation,September, 1996- June, 2000, $285,050.
Recent Presentations
Stefanich, G.P. (2011, January 20) Impact of an Adaptive Materials Loan Program for Visually Impaired Students Enrolled in Secondary School STEM Courses. ASTE Annual Conference, Minneapolis, MN.
Stefanich, G.P., (2010, March 20). Science Accommodations and Resources for Students with Special needs: Providing Science Instruction for All Students, National Science Teachers Association Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA
Stefanich, G.P., (2010, March 20). Addressing Barriers for Students with Disabilities, National Science Teachers Association Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA
Stefanich, G.P., (2010, March 17). Successful Practice and Resources for Students with Disabilities in Science and Mathematics, Science Education for Students with Disabilities Association Conference, Philadelphia, PA
Stefanich, G.P., (2009, November 16). Inclusive Science Strategies and Resources: Elementary and Middle Level Methods. University of Wisconsin-Superior, Superior, WI.
Stefanich, G.P., (2009, November 16). Inclusive Science Strategies and Resources: Secondary Methods. University of Wisconsin-Superior, Superior, WI.
Stefanich, G.P., (2009, October 24). Teaching Science to Students Who are Blind and Low Vision. Multi- Sensory Science Educator's Conference, Madison, WI.
Stefanich, G.P., (2009, October 23). MIDWEST Advisory Board Meeting. Madison, WI.
Stefanich, G.P. and Rule, A.C., (2009, October 9). Adaptive Planetary Science Materials for Students with Visual Impairments. North Central – Association for Science Teacher Education Conference, Dubuque, IA.
Stefanich, G.P., (2009, July 28). Accommodations for Students with Special Needs: Insights into Science Instruction. Wisconsin’s 16th Annual State-wide Institute on Best Practices in Inclusive Education, Wausau, WI.
Stefanich, G.P., (2009, March 20). Accessibility, National Science Teachers Association Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA
Stefanich, G.P., (2009, March 18). Successful Practice and Resources for Students with Disabilities in Science and Mathematics ,Science Education for Students with Disabilities Pre-conference, National Science Teachers Association Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA
Stefanich, G.P., Lovewell, L., Crawford, L. & Larry, R. (2009, March 18). Science Regional Coalition Group Presentation (EAST, AccessSTEM, RASEM, Midwest) ,Science Education for Students with Disabilities Pre-conference, National Science Teachers Association Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA
Stefanich, G.P., (2009, February 6). An In-depth Study of the Inclusive High School Science Classroom, Inclusive High School Science Classroom, SERC, Middletown, CT
Stefanich, G.P., (2009, February 5). Strategies and Tools for the Success of All Learners, Inclusive High School Science Classroom, SERC, Middletown, CT
Stefanich, G.P., (2008, November 17). Inclusive Science Strategies and Resources, Section 2, University of Wisconsin-Superior, Superior, WI
Stefanich, G.P., (2008, November 17). Inclusive Science Strategies and Resources, Section 1, University of Wisconsin-Superior, Superior, WI
Stefanich, G.P., (2008, October 16). Science Resources for Disability Accommodations, Closing the Gap, Bloomington, MN
Stefanich, G.P., (2008, October 10). Science Resources for Disability Accommodations, NC-ASTE Annual Fall Meeting, Winona, MN
Stefanich, G.P. (2008, August). The Importance of Blind and Low Vision Students in STEM Education atthe Secondary and Post-Secondary Levels. Paper at the ILAB Conference, Madison, WI
Stefanich, G.P., (2008, August 16). Strategies for Teaching Science to Students with Disabilities, ILAB Conference, Madison, WI
Stefanich, G.P., (2008, August 12). Workshop for 130 Chicago Public School Science Teachers from 20 High Schools in Need of Improvement.
Stefanich, G.P., (2008, July 28). Multisensory Learning Experiences for Special Needs Learners in the Chemistry. Classroom, 20th Biennial Conference on Chemical Education, Bloomington, Indiana.
Stefanich, G.P., (2008, April 11). Successful Practice for Students in Science, ILLOWA AHEAD, Davenport, IA
Stefanich, G.P., (2008, April 4). The Inclusive High School Science Classroom: Strategies and Tools for the Success of All Learners, Cromwell, CT
Stefanich, G.P., (2008, March 27). Inclusive Science Instruction, NSTA Annual Conference, Boston, MA
Stefanich, G.P., (2008, March 26). Who Makes a Difference and Why?, NSTA Pre-Conference, Boston, MA
Stefanich, G.P. (participant). (2008, February 2). NASA Earth and Space Science Program. Perkins School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Boston, MA.
Stefanich, G. P. (2008, January 22). Transitions: the classroom science teacher. Wisconsin Transition Conference, Wisconsin Dells, WI
Stefanich, G.P. (2007, December 11). Inclusive Science Instruction and The Ontogeny of Inclusive Science Overviews. Regional Alliance Dissemination Group, Conference Call.
Stefanich, G.P. (participant). (2007, October 11-12). RASEM-STEM Planning Symposium: Transitioning From Secondary to Post-Secondary Institutions. Las Cruses, New Mexico: New Mexico State University.
Stefanich, G. P. (2007, October 2). Workshop: Supporting Science with Assistive Technology. CESA 9, Tomahawk, WI
Stefanich, G.P. (2007, July). Connecting Teaching and Learning. First International Conference on Technology-based Learning with Disability. Dayton, Ohio: Wright State University.
Stefanich, G. P. (2007, March). Featured Speaker: Making a Difference. Science-abled Breakfast, National Science Teachers Association Annual Conference, St. Louis, MO.
Stefanich, G. P. (2007, October 2). Workshop: Supporting Science with Assistive Technology. CESA 9, Tomahawk, WI. Stefanich, G. P. (2007, April 26). Workshop Reducing Barriers for Students with Disabilities. Champaign-Urbana, Il: University of Illinois.
Stefanich, G. P. (2007, April 12). Workshop: Supporting Science with Assistive Technology. Wisconsin Assistive Technology Initiative, Fennimore, WI.
Stefanich, G.P. (2007, October 18). Strategies for Inclusive Science, Iowa Science Teachers Fall Conference, Cedar Rapids, IA.
Stefanich, G.P & Larkin, S. (2007, October 8). Building Academic Skills, Iowa Fall Vision Conference, West Des Moines, IA.
Stefanich, G.P & Larkin, S. (2007, August 10). Enhancing Science and Mathematics Instruction, Iowa School for the Deaf, Council Bluffs, IA.
Stefanich, G.P (2007, August 6). Enhancing Science Instruction, Iowa Braille School Summer Institute, Cedar Rapids, IA.
Stefanich, G.P (2007, April 16). Workshop on Inclusive Science for Secondary Education, Iowa State University, Ames, IA.
Leddy, M., Stefanich, G.P. & Sundby, V. (2006, October). Accessible science education: what technology can we use to make science accessible? Paper presented at the Closing the Gap Conference, Minneapolis, MN.
Stefanich, G. P. (2006, October). Improving learner engagement. Paper presented at the Fourth Annual RASEM partner retreat, El, Paso, TX.
Stefanich, G. P. (2006, October). Engaging all learners. Paper presented at the North Central Section of the Association of Science Teacher Educators (ASTE), Eau Claire, WI.
Professional Services
- Work with Native American communities (Blackfeet, Chippewa, Crow, Northern Cheyenne, Salish, and Yupik)
- International work in Chile, China, England, Germany, Greece, Korea, Japan, Okinawa, Panama, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Spain
- Chair of over 30 school evaluation committees; membership on 20 others
- Consultant for over 150 school districts
- Provided outdoor experiences for over 10,000 children