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EPISODE · Mar 25, 2026 · 27 MIN

Inquiry Oasis Season 3: Dr. Tamara Lawson

from The Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education Podcast · host UArizona College of Education

Join us in learning about Dr. Tamara Lawson's research and work as an assistant professor in the Disability and Psychoeducational Studies Department here at the University of Arizona's College of Education.In this episode, Dean Deil-Amen and Dr. Lawson discuss her research work with students in K-12 settings as well as her work as an assistant professor for students studying School Psychology. Dr. Lawson discusses how both inform the other, and how she prepares school psychology trainees for their practicum experiences and careers in K-12 school settings.Dr. Lawson outlines a vision for education that moves beyond psychological testing and focuses on the individual student experience, the classroom, and school community.Three Words that Describe Dr. Lawson's Work:ServiceRestorationAdvocacyDr. Lawson's Recommended Reading:Culturally Responsive School-based Practices: Supporting Mental Health and Learning for Diverse Students by Andy V. Pham and Anisa N. GoforthMentioned in this episode and defined here:MTSS = Multi-Tiered Systems of SupportMTSS is a framework containing four parts; screening, progress monitoring, multi-level prevention system, and data-based decision making. It is a framework that provides academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to all students.CRP = Culturally Responsive PracticeCRP is a framework that boosts student engagement and success using students cultures as assets in the classroom. 

Join us in learning about Dr. Tamara Lawson's research and work as an assistant professor in the Disability and Psychoeducational Studies Department here at the University of Arizona's College of Education. In this episode, Dean Deil-Amen and Dr. Lawson discuss her research work with students in K-12 settings as well as her work as an assistant professor for students studying School Psychology. Dr. Lawson discusses how both inform the other, and how she prepares school psychology trainees for...

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