Kristen Arnold, Ed.D.

Assistant Professor, School Psychology

Dr. Kristen Arnold is an Assistant Professor and the Ed.S. Program Director of School Psychology at Gonzaga University, where she focuses on inclusive education and the implementation of high-leverage practices. She holds an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership...

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Kristen Arnold

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Education & Curriculum Vitae

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Innovation, Arizona State University
M.Ed. in Elementary Education, Whitworth University
B.A. in Special Education, Seattle Pacific University

Dr. Kristen Arnold is an Assistant Professor and the Ed.S. Program Director of School Psychology at Gonzaga University, where she focuses on inclusive education and the implementation of high-leverage practices. She holds an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Innovation from Arizona State University, an M.A. in Elementary Education from Whitworth University, and a B.A. in Special Education from Seattle Pacific University. Dr. Arnold is certified in Special Education (K-12), Elementary Education (K-8), and Reading in the state of Washington, and she spent 10 years as an inclusive and special education teacher for UW's Haring Center, Spokane Public Schools, and the Department of Defense overseas. With extensive experience across various educational settings, Dr. Arnold has also served as an instructor at institutions such as the University of Kansas and Arizona State University.

Her research interests include the development and support of inclusive practices within educational systems, with a particular focus on high-leverage practices and culturally responsive teaching. Currently, Dr. Arnold is pursuing a Graduate Certificate in Advanced Educational Leadership from Harvard University, further enhancing her expertise in educational leadership and equity. She is actively involved in research and community service, including work with juvenile justice systems and inclusive education initiatives. Dr. Arnold is committed to bridging the gap between theory and practice, ensuring that all students, particularly those with disabilities, receive equitable and effective education.

Articles

  • Arnold, K., Sisco-Taylor, D. (in press). Using AI to generate compelling case studies in school psychology preparation. School Psychology Training and Pedagogy.
  • Caniglia, C., Picanco, K., Arnold, K., Naccarato, S. (2023). Educators’ perceptions of professional growth plans in the context of professional learning communities. Journal of Interdisciplinary Teacher Leadership, 7(1) p.103-133.
  • Arnold, K.A. (2023, June 12). Lesson Study Part 1. CEEDAR. https://ceedar.education.ufl.edu/portfolio/lesson-study-part-1/
  • Arnold, K.A. (2023, July 27). Lesson Study Part 2. CEEDAR. https://ceedar.education.ufl.edu/portfolio/lesson-study-part-2/
  • Arnold, K.A., Markos, A., Benedict, A. (2022). Practice makes progress: Using lesson study to teach high leverage practices to preservice general educators. In A. Markelz, (Ed.), TED 2022 Conference Proceedings: Building Bridges (pp 6-9). Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children, Richmond, VA.
  • Koon, L.M., Hall, J.P., Arnold, K.A., Donnelly, J.E., Heinrich, K.M. (2023). High intensity functional training: Perceived functional and psychosocial health-related outcomes from current participants with mobility-related disabilities. Sports,11(6)116. https://doi.org/10.3390/sports11060116
  • Arnold, K.A. (2022). Online lesson study. In Benedict, A., Papacek, A., Rogers, W., Koziarski, G., Wells, K., Colbo, A., Robinson, R. (Eds.). Learning to teach: Practice-based preparation in teacher education in virtual learning environments. CEEDAR.
  • Arnold, K. A. (2021). Practice makes progress: Using lesson study to teach high leverage practices to reservice general educators. ProQuest Dissertations and Theses.

Books

  • Arnold, K., Hardman, J.S. Muri-Rosenthal, J. Zirkenbach, A. (2022). Adaptive and inclusive training: A practical guide for the adaptive and inclusive trainer certification course. Adaptive Training Academy.

Media

Professional Papers or Posters Presented

National & International

  • Arnold, K.A. (2024, February). Using lesson study to prepare inclusive educators. International Teacher Education Conference, Mariano Marcos State University, Philippines.
  • Lucero, R., Arnold, K., Caniglia, C., Haskins, T., Waldron-Soler, K. (2023, June). University Partnerships and Inclusionary Practices in Teacher Preparation. Washington CEEDAR Colloquium. Seattle, WA.
  • Arnold, K. A. (2022, November). Practice makes progress: Using lesson study to teach high leverage practices top reservice general educators. Teacher Education Division, Council for Exceptional Children Conference, Richmond, VA.
  • Arnold, K.A. (2022, January). High leverage practices and inclusive lesson study. Professional Learning Opportunity Affinity Group. CEEDAR Center at the University of Florida.
  • Arnold, K.A. (2022, May). Infusing educational technology in course design. Higher Education Partnership, Morocco. USAID, Arizona State University.
  • Arnold, K.A. (2022, May). Mixed methods research in an Ed.D. program. Special Education Doctoral Cohort, Leadership and Innovation, Arizona State University.
  • Arnold, K.A. (2021, November). Blended Learning Approach: Station Rotation in face-to- face and online courses. Special Education Faculty, Arizona State University.
  • Arnold, K. (2021, December). Family dynamics and disability, Whitworth University Teacher Education Department. Spokane, WA.
  • Arnold, K. (2020, May). Practice-based teacher preparation for inclusion. Arizona State University Doctoral Research Conference, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, Tempe, AZ.
  • Arnold, K. (2020, March). Online accessibility for college students with disabilities. Whitworth University, Spokane, WA.
  • Arnold, K. (2020, April). Effective practices for online teaching, Whitworth University, Spokane, WA.
  • Arnold, K. (2020, February). Adaptive and inclusive fitness for individuals with intellectual disabilities, Oregon State University Adapted Physical Education Program. Beaverton, OR.
  • Arnold, K. (2019). Adaptive training principles, University of Arizona Disability Resource Center. Tucson, AZ.
  • Arnold, K. (2019). Teacher preparation for inclusion. Arizona State University, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College Doctoral Research Conference, Tempe, AZ.

 

 

Research Interests

  • Implementation of High Leverage Practices in Special and Inclusive Education
  • Student Access to Evidence-Based Assessment and Interventions in Juvenile Detention