Kelly N. Tracy

Biography

Dr. Tracy has been a faculty member at Western Carolina University since 2011. She is currently Director of the School of Teaching and Learning and a faculty member in the elementary education program. She specializes in literacy education with a focus on the teaching of writing.

Education

• Ph D, Clemson University
• MA, Furman University
• BS, Appalachian State University

Teaching Interests

Language Arts Methods<br>Children's Literature<br>Advanced writing methods

Research Interests

-Writing instruction in K-8 classrooms<br>-Writing professional development (in-service teachers)<br>-Writing methods instruction for pre-service teachers