Dr. Kimberley Zonneveld

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kimberley Zonneveld is an Associate Professor and the Graduate Program Director in the Department of Applied Disability Studies at Brock University. She holds a Ph.D. in Behavioral Psychology with a focus on Behavior Analysis from the University of Kansas. Her academic career spans over two decades, during which she has worked extensively with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in clinical, educational, and research contexts. Dr. Zonneveld's research is centered around the application of behavior analysis to promote meaningful skill development and social participation among diverse populations. Her recent projects investigate behavioral interventions that leverage technology, including innovative teaching formats in telehealth delivery, video prompting, and virtual training methodologies. Additionally, she examines group contingencies and data-based decision systems to enhance classwide performance and physical activity in educational settings. Dr. Zonneveld is dedicated to addressing pediatric feeding challenges and skill acquisition across the lifespan for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, emphasizing the development of scalable and sustainable evidence-based practices that empower parents, educators, and behavior change agents. The Zonneveld Lab supports graduate students pursuing Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Applied Behavior Analysis and welcomes volunteers interested in gaining experience in applied behavior analytic research.

Research Interests

Requirements for Brock University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.