Dr. Glenda Byrns

Professor

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Biography

Glenda Byrns is a Clinical Professor Emerita specializing in Educational Psychology. She received her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from Texas A&M University in 2007. With a strong foundation in Speech Pathology from Southwest Texas State University, she has dedicated her career to helping students with diverse learning needs. Her teaching focuses on adaptive and assistive technologies, special education, and instructional strategies for students with disabilities. Byrns has been actively involved in various research projects aimed at improving educational outcomes for students with significant disabilities and has collaborated on several publications addressing educational methodologies and teaching effectiveness. She has received multiple awards for her distinguished teaching and service to students, including teaching excellence awards and recognitions by academic associations. Furthermore, she has contributed to numerous committees and leadership roles within the College of Education & Human Development, fostering a commitment to educational equity and innovation.

Research Interests

Educational Psychology Special Education Instructional Strategies Assistive Technology

Experience

Clinical Professor

2007-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Served as a Clinical Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology, focusing on special education and instructional strategies for diverse learners.

Awards

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Association Forma Distinguished Achievement Award in Teaching

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AFS College Level Distinguished Achievement Award in Teaching

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Diversity Service Team Award

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Extraordinary Service Award

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Outstanding Corps Academic Mentor

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Student Led Award for Teaching Excellence (SLATE)

Courses

EDTC 311: Adaptive/Assistive Technology EDTC 489 EPFB 401: Teaching Skills II EPFB 484: Field Experiences EPSY 489 SEFB 310: Instructional Strategies for Students with Disabilities SEFB 312: Effect Reading Strategies for Diverse Abilities SPED 310: Instructional Strategies for Students with Disabilities SPED 312: Effective Reading Strategies for Diverse Abilities SPED 612: Special Education Law and Policy SPED 617: Adolescent Literature for Diverse Instruction SPED 630: Early Literacy Strategies for Diverse Instruction SPED 683: Field Practicum SPED 685: Directed Studies

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.