Portrait of Dr. Tracy Jane Raulston

Dr. Tracy Jane Raulston

  • Associate Professor at Curriculum And Instruction, College of Education

Scholarly and Creative Works

2025

  • Lang, R., Neely, L., & Raulston, T. J. (2025). Centering Families in Neurodevelopmental Disorder Research. Advances in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, 9, 181–184.

2024

  • Raulston, T. J., Ousley, C., Hinton, E., & Ramirez, A. (2024). Beyond trial counts: Considerations for measuring play and engagement during early intervention for autistic children. Behavior Analysis in Practice.
  • Bhana, N., Raulston, T. J., Ousley, C., & Bagawan, A. (2024). Photographs and parent training to support conversations about past events between caregivers and children with autism. Advances in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, 8, 311–323. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1007/s41252-023-00333-6
  • Bhana-Lopez, N., Raulston, T. J., & Gilhuber, C. (2024). Collateral effects of the Tell  Me MORE! intervention on the joint reminiscing of parents of children with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-023-06103-6. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-023-06103-6

2023

  • Raulston, T. J., Ousley, C., & Gilhuber, C. (2023). A scoping review of playdate literature with children on the autism spectrum. Early Childhood Education Journal, Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10643-023-01616-2.
  • Ousley, C., & Raulston, T. J. (2023). A guide to incorporate augmentative and alternative communication into functional communication training. Intervention in School and Clinic, 58, 249–256. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1177/10534512221093785
  • Gilhuber, C., Raulston, T. J., & Galley, K. (2023). Language and communication skills in  multilingual children on the autism spectrum: A systematic review. Autism, 27, 1516–1531. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1177/13623613221147780
  • Bhana-Lopez, N., Raulston, T. J., & Rangel-Rodríguez, G. (2023). Conversations with Panamanian parents regarding their children with disabilities. Journal of International Special Needs Education, Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.9782/JISNE-D-22-00001. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.9782/JISNE-D-22-00001
  • Ousley, C., Raulston, T. J., & Gilhuber, C. (2023). Telecoaching for parents of young autistic children using strength-based video feedback. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-023-06199-w.
  • Hansen, S. G., Mowbray, M., Raulston, T. J., Carnett, A., & Tullis, C. (2023). Effects of a peer mediated joint attention intervention in an inclusive preschool setting. Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 42, 246–258. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1177/10883576221108111

2022

  • Ousley, C., Raulston, T. J., & Gilhuber, C. (2022). Incorporating video feedback within a parent- implemented naturalistic developmental behavioral intervention package via telepractice. Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 42, 246–258.
  • Laubscher, E., & Raulston, T. J. (2022). Supporting peer interactions in the inclusive preschool classroom using visual scene displays. Journal of Special Education Technology, 37, 318–326.

2021

  • Raulston, T. J., Kosty, D., & McIntyre, L. L. (2021). Mindful parenting, caregiver distress, and conduct problems in children with autism. American Journal of Autism and Developmental Disabilities, 51, 357–363.
  • Raulston, T. J., & Hansen, S. (2021). Supporting generalization of social skills during inclusive play settings for children with autism and their peers, 54, 434–439.
  • Deshpande, D., Riccomini, P., Raulston, T. J., & Hughes, E. (2021). Problem solving with the pythagorean theorem: A think aloud analysis of secondary students with learning disabilities. Learning Disabilities: A Contemporary Journal, 19, 23–47.
  • Babb, S., Raulston, T. J., McNaughton, D., Lee, J., & Weintraub, R. (2021). The effects of social skill interventions for adolescents with autism: A meta-analysis. Remedial and Special Education, 42, 343–357.

2020

  • Raulston, T. J., Hansen, S., Frantz, R., Machalicek, W., & Bhana, N. (2020). A parent-implemented playdate intervention for children with autism and their peers. Journal of Early Intervention, 42, 303–320.
  • Raulston, T. J., Bhana, N., McIntyre, L. L., & Ousley, C. (2020). Brief Report: Collateral joint engagement during a playdate intervention for children with and at risk for autism. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 51, 357–363.
  • Raulston, T. J., Ousley, C., McNaughton, D., Gregori, E., Bhana, N., & Mantzoros, T. (2020). A comparison of single-case quality evaluation tools applied to functional communication training with augmentative and alternative communication supports for students with developmental disabilities. Research in Developmental Disabilities.
  • Ousley, C., & Raulston, T. J. (2020). Preliminary evidence suggests that functional reinforcement contingencies may result in more rapid acquisition of initial auditory-visual discriminations for some individuals with autism spectrum disorder, 14, 152–159.
  • Hieneman, M., Raulston, T. J., Pennefather, J., & Caraway, N. (2020). A comparative analysis of two online behavioral training programs for parents of children with autism spectrum disorder. International Journal of Positive Behavioural Support, 10.
  • Naima, B., McNaughton, D., Raulston, T. J., & Ousley, C. (2020). Supporting communication and participation in shared storybook reading using visual scene displays. TEACHING Exceptional Children, 52, 382–391.

2019

  • Carnett, A., Raulston, T. J., & Charpentier, J. (2019). Application of Skinner’s analysis of verbal behavior for teaching communication skills to persons with developmental disabilities, 6, 131–137.
  • Frantz, R., Hansen, S., Machalicek, W., Squires, J., & Raulston, T. J. (2019). Play to teach: Coaching paraprofessionals to facilitate communication in the preschool classroom. American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 124, 497–510.
  • Raulston, T. J., Zemantic, P., Machalicek, W., Hieneman, M., Kurtz-Nelson, E., Barton, H., … Frantz, R. (2019). Effects of a brief mindfulness-infused behavioral parent training program for mothers of children with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science, 13, 42–51.
  • Raulston, T. J., Hansen, S., Machalicek, W., & McIntyre, L. L. (2019). Interventions  for repetitive behavior in young children with autism: A survey of behavioral practices. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 49, 3047–3059.
  • Hansen, S., Raulston, T. J., Frantz, R., Machalicek, W., Squires, J., Erturk, B., & Drew, C. (2019). Peer-mediated joint attention intervention in the preschool classroom. Journal of Special Education, 53, 96–107.

2018

  • Raulston, T. J., Hieneman, M., Caraway, N., & Pennefather, J. (2018). Enablers of behavioral parent training for parents of children with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Child and Family Studies, 28, 693–703.
  • Pennefather, J., Hieneman, M., Raulston, T. J., & Caraway, N. (2018). Evaluation of an online training program to improve family routines, parental well-being, and the behavior of children with autism, 54, 21–26.
  • Hansen, S., Raulston, T. J., Machalicek, W., & Frantz, R. (2018). Caregiver mediated joint attention intervention. Behavioral Interventions, 33, 205–211.
  • Raulston, T. J., & Machalicek, W. (2018). Early intervention for repetitive behavior in autism spectrum disorder: A conceptual model. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 30, 89–109.

2017

  • Ramdoss, S., Raulston, T. J., & Haira, A. (2017). A comparison of digitized and  synthetic speech outputs to teach requesting to children with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Communication Disorders and Assistive Technology, 1, 1–12.
  • Raulston, T. J., & Hansen, S. (2017). Mindful parenting in everyday routines: How practitioners can help parents reduce stress and be more present. Division for Early Childhood Recommended Practices Monograph Series No. 3 Family – Knowing Families, Tailoring Practices, Building Capacity.
  • Hansen, S., Machalicek, W., Frantz, R., & Raulston, T. J. (2017). A systematic review of advanced social skills interventions for young children with autism. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 4, 225–242.
  • Knowles, C., Massar, M., Raulston, T. J., & Machalicek, W. (2017). Telehealth consultation in a self-contained classroom for behavior: A pilot study. Preventing School Failure, 61, 28–38.
  • Raulston, T. J., Hieneman, M., & Strobel, L. (2017). Positive  behavior support in family routines: Proven strategies. Parenting Special Needs Magazine. Retrieved from http://magazine.parentingspecialneeds.org/publication/?i=461820#"{\"issue_id\":461820,\"page\":0"
  • Hieneman, M., Raulston, T. J., & Strobel, L. (2017, December). Monitoring progress. Parenting Special Needs Magazine. Retrieved from http://magazine.parentingspecialneeds.org/publication/?i=453159#{"issue_id":453159,"page":24}
  • Hieneman, M., Raulston, T. J., & Strobel, L. (2017, October). Using your plan: Adapting strategies and ensuring contextual fit. Parenting Special Needs Magazine. Retrieved from http://magazine.parentingspecialneeds.org/publication/?i=439866#{"issue_id":439866,"page":22}
  • Hieneman, M., Raulston, T. J., & Strobel, L. (2017, August). Using your plan: Teaching skills. Retrieved from http://magazine.parentingspecialneeds.org/publication/?i=422979&ver=html5&p=6#"{page:20,issue_id:422979}"
  • Hieneman, M., Raulston, T. J., & Strobel, L. (2017, June). Designing strategies. Parenting Special Needs Magazine. Retrieved from http://magazine.parentingspecialneeds.org/publication/?i=408853#{"issue_id":408853,"page":24}
  • Hieneman, M., Raulston, T. J., & Strobel, L. (2017, March). Analyzing patterns. Parenting Special Needs Magazine. Retrieved from http://magazine.parentingspecialneeds.org/publication/?i=391986#{"issue_id":391986,  "page":32}.
  • Hieneman, M., Raulston, T. J., & Strobel, L. (2017, February). Identifying goals: The first step to improving your child’s behavior. Parenting Special Needs Magazine. Retrieved from http://magazine.parentingspecialneeds.org/publication/?i=377808#%7B%22issue_id%22:377808,%22page%22:26%7D

2016

  • Machalicek, W., LeQuia, J., Pinkelman, S., Knowles, C., Raulston, T. J., Davis, T., & Alresheed, F. (2016). Behavioral telehealth consultation with families of children with autism spectrum disorder. Behavioral Interventions, 31, 223–250.
  • Ruppert, T., Machalicek, W., Hansen, S., Raulston, T. J., & Frantz, R. (2016). Parent implemented early intervention. In Early Intervention for Young Children with Autism. New York: Springer.
  • Machalicek, W., Raulston, T. J., Knowles, C., Ruppert, T., Carnett, A., & Alresheed, F. (2016). Comorbid Conditions Among Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. New York: Springer.
  • Boutot, A., Raulston, T. J., & Dukes, C. (2016). Evidence-based practices for educating students with autism spectrum disorders. In Autism Spectrum Disorders: Foundations, Characteristics, and Effective Strategies. Boston: Pearson.
  • Raulston, T. J., & Hieneman, M. (2016, December). Being more present in your parenting. Parenting Special Needs Magazine. Retrieved from http://magazine.parentingspecialneeds.org/publication/?i=357052#{"issue_id":357052,"page":22}

2015

  • Machalicek, W., Lang, R., & Raulston, T. J. (2015). Training parents of children with intellectual disabilities: Trends, issues, and future directions. Current Developmental Disorders Reports, 2, 110–118.
  • Machalicek, W., Raulston, T. J., Drew, C., & Ruppert, T. (2015). Telehealth behavioral consultation with families of children with autism. The International Society for the Study of Behavioural Development (ISSBD). Bulletin Special Section on Autism Spectrum Disorder.

2014

  • Carnett, A., Raulston, T. J., Lang, R., Toskanoski, A., Lee, A., Sigafoos, J., & Machalicek, W. (2014). Effects of a perseverative interest based token economy on challenging behavior and on-task behavior of a 7-year-old boy with autism. Journal of Behavioral Education, 23, 368–377.
  • Hansen, S., Blakely, A., Dolata, J., Raulston, T. J., & Machalicek, W. (2014). Children with autism in the inclusive preschool classroom: A systematic review of single-subject design interventions on social communication skills. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1, 192–206.
  • Tostanoski, A., Lang, R., Raulston, T. J., Carnett, A., & Davis, T. (2014). Voices from the past: Rapid prompting method may contain facilitated communication. Developmental Neurorehabilitation, 17, 219–223.
  • Lang, R., Ramdoss, S., Raulston, T. J., Carnett, A., Sigafoos, J., Didden, R., & Moore, D. (2014). Assistive technology for people with autism spectrum disorders. In Assistive Technology for People with Diverse Abilities. New York: Springer.

2013

  • Pullen, N., Raulston, T. J., Lang, R., & Wendt, O. (2013). A modified  preschool life skills program focused on teaching functional communication and self-control resulted in acquisition of requesting skills and the prevention of problem behavior in small groups of preschool children. Evidence Based Communication Assessment and Intervention, 7, 112–116.
  • Raulston, T. J., Carnett, A., Lang, R., Tostanoski, A., Lee, A., Machalicek, W., … O’Reilly, M. (2013). Teaching individuals with autism spectrum disorder to ask questions: A systematic review. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 7, 866–878.