Prior to joining the NATRI staff, Dr. Bausch spent more than 15 years as a Disability Program Specialist where she was involved in all aspects of research and product development. She has also been involved in the graduate and undergraduate training programs in Special Education Technology. Dr. Bausch received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary and Special Education at Eastern Kentucky University, a Master of Science Degree in Special Education Learning Disabilities and an Ed.D. in Special Education Technology from the University of Kentucky in 1999. She is also a RESNA certified Assistive Technology Practitioner.