Kimberly A. Zoder‐Martell

Ball State University, Eastern Illinois University

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Dr. Kimberly A. Zoder‐Martell is a leading researcher at the intersection of technology, education, and applied behavior analysis (ABA). Her work focuses on expanding access to evidence-based interventions for students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) through innovative telehealth and telepresence solutions. She is best known for her seminal 2020 paper, "Technology to Facilitate Telehealth in Applied Behavior Analysis," which has garnered 23 citations and became a critical resource during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a framework for behavior analysts transitioning from center-based, face-to-face therapy to remote service delivery. Building on this, her 2021 study on "Teachers’ Willingness to Use a Telepresence Robot for Consultation with Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder" (12 citations) broke new ground by examining educator receptivity to robotic consultation—a vital step toward scalable, real-time support in classrooms. Dr. Zoder‐Martell’s contributions are especially notable for their practical urgency: she not only identified the technological tools necessary for telehealth in ABA but also assessed the human factors—such as teacher willingness—that determine their success. Her work has shaped how practitioners and schools sustain behavioral interventions during crises, making her a pivotal voice in the modernization of special education and behavioral health services.