Dr. Harkins is assistant professor of special education. He has spent forty-two years in child welfare, public and private education, and mental health. He is a former teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, superintendent, and Illinois Direct
...MoreDr. Harkins is assistant professor of special education. He has spent forty-two years in child welfare, public and private education, and mental health. He is a former teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, superintendent, and Illinois Director of the Individual Care Gant Program. Dr. Harkins is also a form impartial due process hearing officer for the Illinois State Board of Education. In this capacity he resolved disputes between families and school districts regarding the education of students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment. Dr. Harkins area of research is the lived experience of persons with disabilities.
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Diversity in Organizations, Communities, and Nations
