David Allen, PhD, is an assistant professor in the Department of Counselor and Special Education. He received his doctorate from the University of Oregon’s Early Intervention program and currently teaches, advises, and supervises students pursuing licensure in the area of early intervention (EI)/early childhood special education (ECSE) at Portland State University. His course offerings in EI/ECSE include assessment, communication, early literacy, and specialized techniques with children with multiple or significant disabilities. Prior to receiving his doctorate, Dr. Allen taught in a variety of early childhood, elementary and secondary settings as a special educator. His research interests are focused on looking at the potential benefits of bringing young children and older adults together through intergenerational opportunities (e.g., early childhood program embedded in a retirement community or assisted living program, adult day program next to a childcare program). He is also interested in how research on early childcare and education is interpreted in terms of policy decisions at the state and federal level.

David Allen, PhD
Portland State University
Graduate School of Education
PO Box 751
615 SW Harrison
Room 204J
Portland, OR 97207
Phone: 503-725-5490
Fax: 503-725-5599
Email: drallen@pdx.edu