Andrew M. Markelz, PhD, is associate professor of special education at Ball State University. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in special education law, administrative and organizational theory, and family collaboration. Dr. Markelz is committed to expediting the novice-to-expert teaching curve by preparing special educators to implement proactive classroom-management strategies and develop meaningful and legally defensible individualized education programs.

Benjamin S. Riden, PhD, BCBA-D,is associate professor of special education at James Madison University. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in the special education and behavior specialist programs. Dr. Riden's research interests include using the principles of applied behavior analysis to support students with challenging behavior, preparing teachers to effectively manage their classrooms, and single-case research design.