I'm Robert Foreman, a Doctoral Student in Educational Technology at Central Michigan University, committed to revolutionizing special education through the power of AI and technology.
My research centers on developing adaptive learning platforms that use AI to enhance individualized education plans (IEPs) and personalized learning strategies for students with autism and other special needs. By integrating cutting-edge technology into education, I aim to address the critical shortage of special education teachers and empower educators with tools to provide truly tailored learning experiences.
This blog is dedicated to exploring the intersection of AI, technology, and special education. Whether you're an educator, parent, or advocate passionate about advancing education for neurodiverse learners, you'll find innovative ideas, research insights, and forward-thinking strategies to inspire and inform.
Join me as we harness the potential of technology to transform education and create brighter futures for all learners.
My last post on brain network imbalances in autism sparked unexpected momentum—over 2,000 impressions on LinkedIn from educators, parents, and clinicians who echoed the same insight: 👉 Learning…
🎯 Atypical Social Behavior is Predicted by Overconnectivity Between Salience and Default Mode Networks in Autism Spectrum Disorder Minnigulova, A., Protopova, M., Dragoy, O., & Arutiunian, V. (2025)….
Literature Review Topic: Sensory Regulation Tools in Educational Technology Research Question: What do teachers observe about how sensory regulation tools influence student behavior, time on task, or classroom…
Today’s classroom is full of noise, screens, and constant stimuli. But what if the answer to better focus, reduced cognitive fatigue, and improved emotional regulation lies in nature?…
🔍 What Did the Study Find? ✔️ Natural Light Improves Focus and Behavior – Students in classrooms with higher levels of natural daylight exhibited better behavior and greater…
🔍 What Did the Study Find?✔️ Faster and More Accurate Visual Search – Autistic participants completed visual search tasks more quickly and with fewer errors than neurotypical controls.✔️…
🔍 What Did the Study Find? ✔️ Timing Matters More Than We Think – Individuals with high hyperactive-impulsive ADHD traits had wider temporal binding windows (TBWs)—meaning their brains…
📚 Study Citation: Phillips, E.M. (2025). Effects of Continuous Rocking Stimulation Over Consecutive Nights on Sleep and Memory Consolidation. Master’s thesis, Concordia University. 🔍 What Did the Study…
📚 Study Citation: Atturu, H., Naraganti, S., & Rao, B. R. (2025). Effectiveness of Artificial Intelligence–Based Platform in Administering Therapies for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: 12-Month Observational…
📚 Study Citation: Baruah, T., & Hegde, S. (2025). Impact of Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation on Neurocognition: Proposed Mechanism of Action of Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation on Neurocognitive Abilities. Preprints….
🔍 Research Focus As part of my broader work in adaptive learning and sensory interventions, my research is now exploring auditory stimulation—specifically, how background noise and sound environments…
📚 Study Citation:Guazzo, G. M., & Nappo, C. (2025). Emotions and Emotional Dysregulation in Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Preliminary Study. International Journal of Psychiatry Research, 8(1), 1–7. Understanding…
Why RFK Jr.’s Autism “Investigation” Should Concern the Scientific and Neurodiversity Communities 📢 The Announcement On Thursday, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. declared…
As part of my doctoral work in Educational Technology, I recently completed a deep dive into Carlo Perrotta’s Plug-and-Play Education—a critical examination of how digital platforms, AI, and…
📘 Study Citation Music Therapy for People With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review of Randomized Clinical Trials Authors: Alayidh et al. (2025) DOI: 10.7759/cureus.81361 🔍 What Did…