Barbara HongBarbara Hong received her doctorate from Columbia University in Special Education in addition to three master's degrees in Instructional Practices, Policy & Leadership, and as a Learning Specialist from the same institution. She was also a three-timerecipient of the prestigious Senior Fulbright Scholar award. Hong has been a professor for more than sixteen years at the time of this publication and has taught in New York, Texas, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Hawaii. Hong was appointed by the US State Department, Bureau of International and Information Programs, as a Speaker Specialist and Expert on Disability where she consults with governmental agencies around the globe. Hong's research examines the cognitive science of teaching and learning, particularly for students with disabilities, and the development of self-determination through the ethics of caring. Thus far, Hong's research has been cited in the Handbook of Adult Learning, Wiley Library of Higher Education, Vanderbilt University's Peabody Recommended Readings, British Library, and the Hong Kong Institute of Education Library. Hong is a recipient of the international Teacher-of-Honor award and BYU-Hawaii's University Exemplary Faculty Award. She is a licensed special educator, school principal, and district administrator. Currently, Hong is a Dean of University College at Texas A&M International University and a Professor of Special Education. For more information, visit barbarahong.com or email contact@barbarahong.com. Read More Read Less