1. James R. Patton is executive editor at PRO-ED and adjunct associate professor at The University of Texas at Austin. He has experience teaching students with special needs at the elementary, secondary, and postsecondary levels. His research interests include curriculum development, lifelong learning, instructional methodology, and science instruction. Currently he is developing integrated curricula and life skills programs. Dr. Patton earned his BS from the University of Notre Dame and his MEd and EdD...