Chelsey Bahlmann Bollinger

Dr. Chelsey Bahlmann Bollinger serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Early, Elementary & Reading Education at James Madison University's College of Education, teaching undergraduate Elementary Education (ELED), Early Childhood Education BIS, and graduate Literacy MEd students.

Her educational background includes:

• Bachelor's in Elementary Education, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
• Master's in Language and Literacy Education, University of North Carolina Wilmington
• Doctorate in Language and Literacy Education, University of Georgia

Her research integrates qualitative methods with sociocultural and cultural historical activity theory to examine technology-enhanced literacy practices and teacher development. She focuses on practical solutions for classroom challenges, particularly through virtual field experiences, play-based learning, and purposeful technology integration for both preservice and in-service educators.

Recent scholarship trends reveal deep engagement with digital pedagogy, including AI implications for education, video-based coaching systems, and equity-focused online community building. Her work consistently bridges academic research with public discourse through media interviews and press outreach on literacy fundamentals.

Scientific Awards: No specific awards, fellowships, or medals were documented in the source material.

Dr. Bollinger mentors diverse student cohorts across:

• Undergraduate ELED programs
• ELED BIS specializations
• Early Childhood Education BIS tracks
• Literacy MEd graduate studies