Dr. Marcia Montague

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Marcia L. Montague is a Clinical Associate Professor at Texas A&M University, specializing in Special Education. Her research interests revolve around shared opportunities for individuals with disabilities and at-risk youth. Dr. Montague has extensive experience in the field, having taught in special education for over nine years and focusing on students with a wide range of disabilities. In her academic role, she is deeply involved in curriculum development and has taught various undergraduate and graduate courses for more than ten years. Montague also engages in numerous service activities that support postsecondary education, college retention, and assist first-generation students. She has worked to establish solid partnerships with local school districts and has led many initiatives, including mentoring, tutoring, and professional development training for educators and service providers. Montague holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology with an emphasis on Special Education Leadership and has published extensively in academic journals and contributed to handbooks relevant to classroom management and special education practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Teaching and research in Special Education, with responsibilities in curriculum development and mentoring students.

Awards

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Extraordinary Service Award

2024-01-01
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Teacher Educators, Special Education Undergraduate Team Award

2024-01-01
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Academic Professional Track Faculty Teaching Excellence Award

2024-01-01
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Distinguished Achievement Award in Teaching

2021-01-01
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Faculty Sustainability Champion Award

2021-01-01
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Outstanding Teaching Award

2021-01-01

Courses

Family Involvement & Empowerment Research Teacher Effectiveness Understanding Special Populations Education & Employment Issues Secondary Special Education Classroom Management Behavioral Interventions Methods Issues Low Incidence Disabilities Teaching Students Emotional Disturbances & Behavior Disorders Assessment School Settings Overview Exceptional Students Consultation Special Education Transition Education & Services Individuals Disabilities

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
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

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