Carla Schmidt Ph.D., BCBA-D

Carla Schmidt, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA, is Director of Education & Training for Behavioral Health Support at BAYADA Home Health Care. Her primary research interests include the design and implementation of behavior-analytic interventions to support individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities across home, school, and community settings. Her secondary interests include promoting successful community integration for autistic youth and exploring technology-supported approaches to learning and behavior change. Matthew Schmidt, Ph.D., is a Professor of Learning, Design, and Technology at the University of Georgia (UGA) and Director of the Participatory, Interdisciplinary eXperience & Learning (PIXL) Lab. His research focuses on the design, development, and evaluation of advanced learning technologies, with an emphasis on supporting individuals with disabilities and chronic medical conditions. His work spans interactive courseware, computer-based interventions, and immersive learning environments, including virtual, augmented, and mixed reality. He also specializes in Learning Experience Design, with a focus on inclusive, learner-centered design practices.