Dr. Ayanna Kelley, a dedicated educator and researcher in early childhood education, specializes in early literacy acquisition, student advising, and the integration of artificial intelligence in literacy interventions, bringing a wealth of experience to her work with undergraduate and graduate education students at the University of the District of Columbia.
Experience
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in K-12 Education, Hampton University Master of Education, Cambridge University Bachelor of Arts in English Education, Howard University
Courses Taught
ECED 105 - Principles of Child Development EDTE 501 - Observation in Diverse Urban Early Childhood Education Settings EDTE 502 - Practicum II: Student Teaching ELED 304 - Methods of Teaching Language Arts in Elementary Education ECED 504 - Curriculum Methods for Teaching Language Development in Early Childhood Education ECED 505 - Child Development Theories in Early Childhood Education ECED 208 - Emergent Literacy ECED 302 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Language Arts and Social Studies in Early Childhood Education EDUC 590 - Special Topics: Teacher Professional Development
Expertise
Observed and coached undergraduate and graduate education students; provided guidance and feedback to undergraduate and graduate education students during their clinical experiences
Research Focus / Works in Progress
Early literacy processes and the acquisition of reading literacy; enhancing student advising and support; the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing literacy interventions; understanding on how early literacy skills are developed and acquired; innovative strategies to improve reading proficiency
