Research

Research Articles

Minuk, A., Shurr, J., Mau, K. (In Press) A scoping review of the research related to special education placement decisions in Canada. British Journal of Special Education.

Mau, K., Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (In Press). Training pre-service teachers to fulfill special education responsibilities in Ontario: A content analysis. Exceptionality Education International

Crump, H. Jagger, S. Radakovic, N. Matheson, I. Carleton, C. (In Press). Children as agents of change: Research reflections on the practice and possibilities of participatory eco-justice research. Canadian Journal of Action Research.

Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (2024). Identification and educational placement of students with

intellectual disability in Ontario, Canada. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 149, 104740.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ridd.2024.104740

Minuk, A., Shurr, J., Chahine, S., & Berish, F. (2024). Trends in the inclusive classroom

placement of students with autism spectrum disorder: A retrospective study. Education and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities, 59(1), 71–84.

Clark, H. (2024). Conceptual Analysis on Inclusive Education for Students Labelled with Severe Disabilities: A Critical Disability Studies Approach. Disability, CBR & Inclusive Development, 35(1), 150–166. https://doi.org/10.20372/dcidj.731 

Shurr, J., Minuk, A., & Chahine, S. (2024). Special education eligibility trends and related factors: An analysis of the context in Ontario, Canada. Journal of Research in Special Education Needs, 1–14. https://doi.org/10.1111/1471-3802.12708

Shurr, J., Jiminez, B., Bouck, E., Root, J., & Minuk, A. (2023). Learning the learning stages: An examination of an online pre-service teacher training module. Exceptionality Education International, 33(1), 25–40. https://ojs.lib.uwo.ca/index.php/eei/article/view/16706

Shurr, J., Minuk, A., Holmqvist, M., Östlund, D., Ghaith, N., & Reed, B. (2023). Parent

perspectives on inclusive education for students with intellectual disability: A scoping review of the literature. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 69(5), 633–643. https://doi.org/10.1080/20473869.2021.2003612

Minuk, A., Beach, P., & Favret, E. (2022). Self-directed online learning and special

education teacher professional development: A case study. International Journal of Innovations in Online Education, 6(1), 49-66. https://doi.org/10.1615/IntJInnovOnlineEdu.2022045113

Shurr, J., Bouck, E. C., McCollow, M. M. (2022). Examining teacher and teacher educator perspectives’ of teacher leadership in extensive support needs. Teacher Education and Special Education, 45(2), 160-179. https://doi.org/10.1177/08884064211001455

Shurr, J., Minuk, A., Holmqvist, M., Östlund, D., Ghaith, N., & Reed, B. (2021). Parent perspectives on inclusive education for students with intellectual disability: A scoping review of the literature. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities. https://doi.org/10.1080/20473869.2021.2003612

Jimenez, B., Root, J., Shurr, J., & Bouck, E. (2021). Using the four stages of learning to assess, set goals, and instruct. TEACHING Exceptional Children. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1177%2F00400599211054873

Shurr, J., Bouck, E. C., Bassette, L., & Park, J. (2021). Virtual versus concrete: A comparison of mathematics manipulatives for three elementary students with autism. Focus on Autism and other Developmental Disabilities. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1177/1088357620986944

Chapters and Books

Shurr, J., Clark, H. (in press). The intersection of supports: Accommodations and UDL for student success. UDL research and practice handbook. Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd

Shurr, J., Minuk, A., Östlund, D., & Schrei, T. (in press) Global issues and context in education for students with intellectual disability. In J. Bakken & E. C. Bouck (Eds). International handbook of special education. Springer

Shurr, J. (2024). Är specialpedagogik endast god generell undervisning? Tankar om undervisning för elever med NPF [Is special education just good instruction? Thoughts on teaching for students with neurodevelopmental disabilities]. In M. Holmqvist (Ed.) Undervisning för olikhet - specialdidaktik för inkludering [Teaching for difference - special didactics for inclusion]. Författarna och Gleerups Utbildning AB

Bouck E. C., Shurr, J., Harris, M., (2024). Teaching students with intellectual disabilities: Best practices for student success. In J. Bakken (Ed.) Teaching students with disabilities: Best practices for student success. Cambridge Scholars Publishing.

Shurr, J. & Minuk, A. (2023). Parent perspectives and beliefs on inclusive education for students with Intellectual Disability. In S. Halder, S. Dada, & R. Banerjee (Eds.) The Routledge handbook of inclusive education for teacher educators: issues, considerations and strategies. Routledge.

Shurr, J. (2022). Expert case commentary on “Wandering off: A case of a safe arrival program school teams”. In S. Sider & K. Maich (Eds.). Leadership for inclusive schools: Cases from principals for supporting students with special educational needs. Rowan & Littlefield.

Shurr, J., Perner, D., & Drogan, R. (2022). Embedded instruction. In R. Pennington & D. Perner (Eds.), A guide to teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Council for Exceptional Children.

Bouck, E. C., Shurr, J., Long, H., & White, A. (2022) Collaboration and interdisciplinary practice in educational and transition. In A. Stone-MacDonald, D. Cihak, & D. Zager (Eds.), Autism spectrum disorders: Advancing positive practices in education (5th ed.). Routledge.

Minuk, A., Merz-Atalik, K., Matheson, I., Kruschel, R., & Christou, T. (2022).Inclusion in Canada: An ongoing effort. In. T. Christou, R. Kruschel, I. Matheson, & K. Merz-Atalik (Eds.), European perspectives on inclusive education in Canada: Critical comparative insights (pp. 286-294). Routledge.

Research Presentations

Minuk, A., Clark, H., & Shurr, J. (2025, June). Teacher professional activities for supporting students with autism and developmental disabilities. Paper submitted to the Canadian Society for the Study of Education Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Clark, H., & Shurr, J. (2025, June). Cultural Awareness in Education: Examining the Sikh Caregivers Experiences with Autism. Canadian Society for the Study of Education Annual Conference, Toronto, ON, Canada.

Shurr, J. & Undie A. (2025, March). Literacy or literal assessment: Examination of research on comprehension assessment for students with intellectual disability. Council for Exceptional Children Convention and Expo. Baltimore, Maryland.

Undie, A. & Shurr, J. (2025, March). Availability and utilization of assistive technology for exceptional learners. Council for Exceptional Children Convention and Expo. Baltimore, Maryland.

Arsenault, A., Crump, H., Shurr, J. (2025, January). UDL DIW? A "did it work" analysis of UDL instruction in teacher training. Paper submitted to the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Clearwater, Florida.

Minuk, A., Shurr, J., & Arsenault, A. (2025, January). What’s your plan? General education teachers’ approaches to IEP implementation for secondary students with autism. Paper submitted to the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Clearwater, Florida.

Minuk, A., Shurr, J., & McCaul, I. (2025, January). Special education teachers’ perspectives on their professional activities: A look across the pond. Paper submitted to the Division of Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Clearwater, Florida.

Shurr, J., Minuk, A., Clark, H., & Crump, H. (2024, December). Patterns and Predictors of Special Education Program Placement in Ontario, Canada. TASH Conference. New Orleans, Louisiana.

Minuk, A., Phoenix, M., Micsinzski, S., Wong, L., Kakonge, L., Knutson, M., & Al-Nubani, L. (2024, November). Engaging exceptional learners in research: Implications for education. Paper presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Minuk, A., Mau, K., & Shurr, J. (2024, June). Classroom placement of students with exceptionalities in Canada: A scoping review of the research. Paper presentation at the Canadian Society for the Study of Education Annual Conference, Montreal, Quebec.

Shurr, J., & Minuk, A. (2024, June). Inclusive classroom placement in Ontario: Patterns and predictors. Paper presentation at the Canadian Society for the Study of Education Annual Conference, Montreal, Quebec.

Minuk, A., Singal, D., Roth, C., Kar, P., Ewart, S., Spicer, Y., Pearlston, D., Lai, J., Schor, M., & Zwicker, J. (2024, April). Inclusive education for Autistic students: Implications for Canada’s national autism strategy. Poster presentation at the Canadian Autism Leadership Summit, Ottawa, Ontario.

Minuk, A., Singal, D., Pearlston, D., Roth, C., Kar, P., Lai, J., Tricco, A., Ewart, S., Spicer, Y., de Gaetano, A., Daniels, S., Neerland, H., & Zwicker, J. (2024, January). A content analysis of national autism strategies and their implications for inclusive education. Paper presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Honolulu, Hawaii.

Shurr, J., & Minuk, A. (2024, January). Past trends and current status of special education program placement for students with disabilities in Ontario, Canada. Paper presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Honolulu, Hawaii.

Shurr, J., Minuk, A., & Clark, H. (2024, January). Special education teachers’ perspectives on professional learning experiences related to the core competencies for supporting students with intellectual disability and autism. Lecture presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 25th International Conference.

Shurr., J. & Clark, H. (2024, January). Universal Design for Learning and teacher training: Using university-school partnerships to develop pre-service teachers knowledge and skills. Poster presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 25th International Conference.

Shurr, J., & Clark, H. (2023, November). Universal Design for Learning Lesson Plan Partnership Project (UDL-LP3): Collaboration for Improved Teacher Training. Lecture Presentation at Annual Conference of the European Teacher Education Network (ETEN).  

Singal, D., Pearlston, D., Minuk, A., Roth, C., Kar, P., Lai, J., Tricco, A., Ewart, S., Spicer, Y., & Zwicker, J. (2023, October). Prioritizing children in policy: Lessons learned from a scoping review of national autism strategies around the world. Panel presentation at the Kids Brain Health Network Annual Conference, Ottawa, Ontario.

Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (2023, May). Trends in the identification and placement of students with intellectual and developmental disability. Paper presentation at the Canadian Society for the Study of Education Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Shurr, J., & Minuk, A. (2023, May). Time and place as factors affecting disability identification in Ontario: Insights from over a decade. Paper presentation at the Canadian Society for the Study of Education Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (2023, January). Inclusive education for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities: How far have we come? Poster presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Clearwater, Florida.

Minuk, A., Shurr, J., & Chahine, S. (2023, January). Years in the making: Time as a predictor of inclusive classroom placement for students with autism spectrum disorder. Poster presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Clearwater, Florida.

Shurr, J., & Minuk, A. (2023, January). What’s driving disability identification? A retrospective analysis. Paper presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Clearwater, Florida.

Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (2022, May). The right place at the right time: Trends in the classroom placement of students with autism spectrum disorder. Paper presentation at the Canadian Society for the Study of Education Annual Conference, Virtual.

Shurr, J., & Minuk, A. (2022, May). A snapshot of parent-focused research on inclusive education for students with intellectual disability from 1994-2019. Paper presentation at the Canadian Society for the Study of Education Annual Conference, Virtual.

Mau, K., & Minuk, A. (2022, April). The elephant in the room: Combatting inadequate special education program funding by capitalizing on the unique strengths of educational assistants and classroom peers. Poster presentation at Rosa Bruno-Jofre Symposium for Education (RBJSE), Kingston, Ontario.

Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (2022, January). Identifying the variables associated with classroom placement for students with autism spectrum disorder. Paper presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Virtual.

Shurr, J. & Minuk, A. (2022, January). Parent perspectives and beliefs on inclusive education for students with intellectual disability. Paper presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Virtual.

Shurr, J., Minuk, A., Bouck, E., Jiminez, B., & Root, J. (2022, January). Learning the learning stages: An examination of integration into teacher training. Paper presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, Virtual.

Shurr, J., Timmons, K., Butler, A., Yang, D., & Shaikh, M. (January, 2021). A review of formalized school supports for students with autism. Lecture presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children 22nd International Conference, Online & Clearwater, FL.

Shurr, J., Minuk, A., Östlund, D., Holmqvist, M., Ghaith, N., & Reed, B. (January, 2021). Inclusive Education and Intellectual Disability: A systematic review of parent perspectives. Lecture presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities of the           Council for Exceptional Children 22nd  International Conference, Online & Clearwater, FL.

Research in Progress

Minuk, A., Roth, C., Kar, P., Ewart, S., Spicer, Y., Lai, J., Pearlston, D. Schor, M., Singal, D., & Zwicker, J. (Under Review). Global approaches to inclusive education in autism policy: A content analysis.

Minuk, A., Mau, K., & Shurr, J. (Under Review). Two decades of classroom placement for Canadian students with exceptionalities.

Mau, K., Minuk, A., Viscardi, N., Petterson, H., & Shurr, J. (Under Review). Preparing preservice teachers to collaboratively implement special education programming: A content analysis of Ontario Bachelor of Education courses.

Singal, D., Schor, M., Pearlston, D., Minuk, A., Roth, C. G., Kar, P., … Zwicker, J. (2025, February 18). Scoping Review of National Autism Strategies: Considering Autism Policy within the framework of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/729CB

Practice

Practice-Focused Publications

Clark, H. (2024, September). Text access for high school students with moderate intellectual disability. add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Undie, A. (2024, September). Virtual money tool enhances math skills for students with disabilities. add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Arsenault, A. (2024, September). Enhancing educational assistant training: insights for supporting students with autism. add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Crump, H. (2024, September). Emerging tech tools to support emotional regulation. add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Minuk, A. (2024, September). Is Inclusion for Students with Autism Trending in the Right Direction in Ontario? add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Undie, A. (2024, September). A like of dedication to increased access. An interview with Dr. Oluseyi Dada. add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Undie, A. (2024, September). Resource summary: IRIS Center. add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Arsenault, A. (2024, September). Coming full circle: From practice to research and back again. An interview with Dr. Bree Jimenez. add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Minuk, A. & Crump, H. (2024, September). In the news: How well is inclusive education policy working in schools? add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Arsenault, A. (2024, September). Leading with purpose: One educator’s journey from classroom teacher to superintendent. An interview with Michele Mcgrath, superintendent of education for Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board. add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Clark, H. (2024, September). Transforming mindsets towards autism: An interview with Baljit Singh Ghuman, founder of Sikhs for Autism. add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Shurr, J. (2024, September). From the editor. add*ed Magazine. https://www.flipsnack.com/87E99588B7A/added-september-2024/full-view.html

Shurr, J. (2024). Ed guide on instructional strategies. Pressbooks. https://ecampusontario.pressbooks.pub/instructionalstrategies/

Shurr, J. & Minuk, A.* (Eds.). (2022). Ed guide on accommodations for inclusive teaching. Pressbooks. https://ecampusontario.pressbooks.pub/accomodation/

Practice-Focused Presentations

Minuk, A. & Shurr, J. (2025, March). Essential professional learning activities for teaching students with autism and developmental disabilities. Ottawa Carleton District School Board PA Day Workshop, Online.

Shurr, J. (2025, March). What are the Stages of Learning and how can they help with instruction and assessment? DADD Online PD for Lafourche Parish School District. Online Presentation

Crump, H., Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (2024, December). Implementing evidence-based practices for students with autism in inclusive classrooms. Lecture presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (2024, November). Special education teachers’ professional responsibilities: An international case study. Lecture presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Ghuman, B., Clark, H., Purba, S., Jaura, E., Shurr, J. (2024, November). Cultivating Change: Sikh Caregivers Educational Experiences in Canada. Lecture Presentation at Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto Ontario

Shurr, J. & Crump, H. (2024, November). Evidence-Based Practices for Working with Students with Autism. Lecture presented at Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto Ontario.

Shurr, J., (June, 2024). Connections Matter: How and Why to Plug into Your Professional Community. DADD Summer Symposium. Birmingham, AL.

Shurr, J. (April, 2024). Instruction and assessment with the stages of learning: Tips and considerations for students with special educational needs. Principals Academy, Singapore.

Shurr, J, Minuk, A. (February, 2024). Using the four learning stages. Ottawa Carleton District School Board PA Day Workshop, Online.

Shurr, J., Minuk, A., & Clark, H. (2023, November). Teacher perspectives on and experiences with professional activities related to teaching students with autism and intellectual disability. Lecture Presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Conference.

Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (2023, November). Putting the “I” in IEP: Benefits of and strategies for facilitating a student-directed IEP. Paper presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Shurr, J., Minuk, A., & Clark, H. (2023, November). Teacher perspectives on and experiences with professional activities related to teaching students with autism and intellectual disability. Paper presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Teves, E., Shurr, J., Minuk, A., Clark, H., Mau, K., & Graham, J. (2023, November). Integrating virtual manipulatives into math instruction for students with autism and developmental disabilities: Insights from research and practice. Paper presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Shurr., J. & Clark, H. (2023, November). Using a university-school partnership to promote pre- and in-service teachers’ understanding of universal design for learning. Poster Presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Conference.

Arsenault, A., Crump, H. (2024, November) Bridging Theory to Practice: Evaluating Pre-Service Teachers' Proficiency with Universal Design for Learning. Poster presentation submitted to the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto Ontario

Shurr, J., & Minuk, A. (2024, November). Essential professional learning activities for teaching students with autism and developmental disabilities. Geneva Centre for Autism Symposium. Toronto, Ontario.

Shurr, J., & Minuk, A., Little, M., Arminen, E., & Lam, C. (2024, March). Canada Norway Pedagogy Partnership for Innovation and Inclusion in Education (CANOPY) Seminar. Bodø, Norway.

Shurr, J., Minuk, A., Matheson, I., Morcom, L., Little, M., Arminen, E., & Lam, C. (2024, March). Special education in the Canadian context. Canada Norway Pedagogy Partnership for Innovation and Inclusion in Education (CANOPY) Seminar. Bodø, Norway.

Shurr, J. (June, 2023). Using the stages of learning to plan for instruction. DADD Annual Summer Symposium. Bangor, Maine.

Teves, E. & Shurr, J. (April, 2023) Virtual math manipulatives: Tools and strategies to increase math comprehension. Association for Special Education Technology Annual Conference. Niagara Falls, Ontario.

Shurr, J. & Mau, K. (April, 2023). AAC symbol assessment: How, why, and who can do it? AAC symbol assessment: How, why, and who can do it? Association for Special Education Technology Annual Conference. Niagara Falls, Ontario.

Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (2022, December). Including students with autism spectrum disorder: A closer look at Ontario’s public school system. Paper presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Minuk, A., Mau, K., & Shurr, J. (2022, December). Classroom placement practices for students with exceptionalities across Canada: An updated look. Poster presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Shurr, J., & Minuk, A., (2022, December). When and where? Exploring the role of time and place in obtaining a special education identification or diagnosis. Paper presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Mau, K., Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (2022, December). The call for conscientious collaboration: Examining the themes across post-secondary programs leading to a career as an educational assistant. Paper presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Minuk, A. & Shurr, J. (December, 2022). Including students with autism spectrum disorder: A closer look at Ontario’s public school system. Presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Conference, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Mau, K., Minuk, A., & Shurr, J. (December, 2022). The call for conscientious collaboration: examining the major themes across post-secondary programs. Presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Conference, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Minuk, A. & Shurr, J. (December, 2022) Classroom Placement Practices for Students with Exceptionalities Across Canada: An Updated Look. Poster presentation at the Ontario Council for Exceptional Children Conference, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Shurr, J., & Minuk, A. (2021, December). How to learn the learning stages: Explorations in teacher training. Paper presentation at the Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

 Shurr, J., & Minuk, A. (2021, December). The inclusion of students with intellectual disability: A systematic review of the research. Paper presentation at the Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Toronto, Ontario.

Shurr, J. (November, 2021). Making space: Using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to create accessible and inclusive environments for students with Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDD). Two part Lecture presentation at Center of Neurodevelopmental Disorders at Karolinska Institutet (KIND) conference, Stockholm, Sweden and Virtual.

Bouck, E., Jimenez, B., & Shurr, J. (July, 2021). Teaching and learning in stages. Presentation at the Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities Mini-conference, Online.

Funding and Awards

Awards and Achievements

Crump, H. (2024-25). Ontario Graduate Scholarship. Ontario Student Assistance Program. ($15,000).

Minuk, A. (2025-2027). Postdoctoral Fellowship. Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council. ($70,000).

Minuk, A. (2024). Access Award. Kids Brain Health Network. ($1,000).

Minuk, A. (2023). Poster Competition Winner. Council for Exceptional Children, Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities. ($100).

Minuk, A. (2023-2026). Canada Graduate Scholarship – Doctoral. Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council. ($115,000).

Minuk, A. (2022-23). Annual Thesis in Education Prize. Queen’s University. ($125).

Minuk, A. (2022-23). Education Graduate Expansion Award. Queen’s University. ($2,000).

Minuk, A. (2022-23). Ontario Graduate Scholarship. Ontario Student Assistance Program. ($15,000, declined to accept Autism Scholars Award).

Minuk, A. (2022-23). Autism Scholars Award, Doctoral. Council of Ontario Universities. ($20,000).

Minuk, A. (2022-23). Policy Development Practicum Award. Kids Brain Health Network and Autism Alliance of Canada. ($7,000).

Minuk, A. (2022). Access Award. Kids Brain Health Network. ($1,000).

Minuk, A. (2021-22). Ontario Graduate Scholarship. Ontario Student Assistance Program. ($15,000).

Grant Funding

Minuk, A., Wong, L., Kakonge, L., Knutson, M., Al-Nubani, L., Gagne-Trudel, S., Micsinszki, S., & Phoenix, M. (2024). Training modules to build capacity engaging disabled children and multiply marginalized youth in research. $10,000. Training Innovation Fund. CHILD-BRIGHT.

Shurr, J. (2024). Special education teacher professional activities at the Chiltern Way Academy. $34,000. Chiltern Way Academy.

Shurr, J. (2024). Examination of research and practice trends of teachers in assistive technology for students with intellectual disability, Queen's Faculty of Education, STEAM + Research and Education. ($15,000)

Shurr, J. (2024). Transition consultation with ALCDSB, Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board ($16,500).

Shurr, J.. & Ghuman, B. (2023). Understanding Autism: Sikh Caregivers' Perceptions on Autism. Partnership Engage Grant, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council. ($24,995)

Shurr, J. (2023). Teacher perspectives and experiences on professional activities related to teaching students with autism and intellectual disability. SSHRC Institutional Explore Grant, Queen’s University. ($6,959.92)

Shurr, J. (2023). KBHN national training program: Strategic and stakeholder analysis. Kids Brain Health Network. ($20,000)

Shurr, J. & Teves, E. (2022). Using virtual manipulatives to teach multistep equations to secondary students in virtual learning environments. Math, Science and Technology Education Group, Faculty of Education, Queen’s University. ($4995)

Shurr, J. & Minuk, A. (2022). Capitalizing on functional life skills curricula for students with autism spectrum disorder as financial literacy education. Math, Science and Technology Education Group, Faculty of Education, Queen’s University. ($4995)

Batorowicz, B., Givigi, S., Davies, C., Graham, N., Shurr, J., Trothern, T. J. (2022). Robots, AI and human-machine interface in augmented and alternative communication for children with neuromotor disabilities. New Frontiers in Research Fund- Exploration, Government of Canada. ($250,000)

Shurr, J. (2021). Where and Why: An exploration of variables impacting the educational placement decisions for students with exceptionalities in Ontario. SEED Grant, Faculty of Education, Queen’s University. ($4,978)