University of North Texas 
Miriam Boesch
Faculty, Educational Psychology
Associate Professor
Matthews Hall 322-A
Miriam C. Boesch, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Special Education. She received
her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Disorders from Texas Tech University Health
Sciences Center and her Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Special Education with an
emphasis in Severe Disabilities and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
from Purdue University. Her dissertation was awarded the College of Education Outstanding
Dissertation Award. Her research focuses on augmentative and alternative communication
(AAC). Specifically, she engages in AAC research to assess teacher preparation needs,
compare strategies suitable for individuals with autism and complex communication
needs, and reduce challenging behaviors. Dr. Boesch teaches courses pertaining to
autism, intervention strategies, and behavior management. She is also the co-author
of the book: Implementing Effective Augmentative and Alternative Communication Practices for Students
with Complex Communication Needs: A Handbook for School-Based Practitioners. Dr. Boesch also publishes in peer-reviewed journals, presents at national and international
conferences, and currently serves on the editorial board for the journals Communication Disorders Quarterly and TEACHING Exceptional Children. She is the recipient of the 2014 College of Education Junior Faculty Research Award
and the 2017 College of Education Faculty Teaching Excellence Award from UNT.
Research interests include the efficacy of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), pre- and in-service teacher preparation on AAC, and behavior management of individuals with autism and developmental disabilities.
Collaborations include: Cross Disciplinary work within Special Education
