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ArticleChild: care, health and development2026

Examining Educators' Understanding and Application of Learnings From an Online Brain Injury Professional Development Module-TeachABI.

Christine C Muscat, Sara A Marshall, Alexa Irvin, Andrea Hickling, Tijana Simic, Kathryn Broad, Shannon E Scratch

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Christine C MuscatBloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2410-4237
Sara A MarshallBloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8859-1583
Alexa IrvinBloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6278-155X
Andrea HicklingBloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6251-6369
Tijana SimicRehabilitation Sciences Institute, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6638-6514
Kathryn BroadDepartment of Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
Shannon E ScratchBloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, Canada.

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Doctoral Research Award: Canada Graduate ScholarshipOntario Early Researcher Award ER22-17-050Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada 430-2019-0714
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Abstract

backgroundAcquired brain injury (ABI) in childhood can lead to complex and lasting challenges that affect educational participation and outcomes. Despite the central role of educators in supporting students post-ABI in the classroom, educators receive little to no formal training pertaining to ABI.

objectiveThis study explored how educators understand and apply knowledge gained from TeachABI, a brief, virtual professional development module designed to enhance educator capacity to support students with ABI in school settings.

methodsSemistructured interviews were conducted with 29 educators in Ontario, Canada, following their completion of the TeachABI module. Data were analysed by two independent raters using directed content analysis guided by the theoretical domains framework to identify key categories related to knowledge acquisition, application and contextual influences.

resultsEducators reported increased knowledge of ABI and classroom strategies, enhanced confidence and intentions to apply the material in practice. Educators connected new learning to prior personal and professional experiences, highlighting the value of reflection. Internal factors (e.g., perceived competence and motivation) and external factors (e.g., classroom size, school resources and family engagement) influenced the feasibility of applying strategies. Educators also expressed a desire for continued learning and access to additional ABI-related resources.

conclusionsTeachABI is a promising tool for improving educator knowledge and preparedness to support students with ABI in the classroom. However, systemic and environmental barriers may impact educators' ability to apply knowledge and strategies learned in the classroom environment. Findings underscore the need for ongoing professional development and structural supports to facilitate inclusive education for students with ABI.

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Brain InjuriesSchool TeachersTeacher TrainingChildFemaleHumansMaleOntariobrain injuryeducationeducation‐ specialinservice trainingonline professional developmentreturn to schoolteacher training

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PMID42754333
PMCPMC13585481

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