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Kelly Burlison serves as Associate Professor of Reading and ESOL and Program Coordinator for Elementary Education Grades K-6 at Lynn University's Ross College of Education. With over a decade of service at the university, she specializes in preparing future educators through innovative literacy instruction and technology integration, notably developing an iTunesU course for preservice teachers after attending Apple's College of Education Summit in 2015.
Her educational background includes:
- B.S. in Health Education K-12 from SUNY Cortland
- M.S. in Reading Education K-12 from SUNY Cortland
- Ed.D. in Instructional Leadership from Nova Southeastern University
Burlison's research centers on evidence-based literacy interventions for diverse learners, with particular focus on science-literacy integration and post-pandemic teaching strategies. Her work addresses critical needs in reading diagnostics, multicultural education, and ESOL methodologies across K-12 settings, emphasizing hands-on learning through balanced literacy approaches that foster critical thinking and cultural responsiveness.
Recent publications reveal a strong trajectory in science-literacy integration and pandemic-responsive pedagogy, with 2025 works examining pre-service teacher development through active learning models. Her scholarship consistently bridges theory and practice, targeting practical classroom applications for elementary educators.
Professional recognition includes:
- Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award (Lynn University, 2013-2014)
- Nomination for Reading Coach of the Year (Just Read! Florida, 2009)
- Nomination for 'My Teacher, My Hero' award (Palm Beach County, 2006)
Burlison actively mentors graduate students through dissertation committees and has supervised 35 scholarly works. Her leadership extends to professional organizations including the International Literacy Association and Florida Reading Association, where she contributes to statewide literacy initiatives and teacher development programs.
She directs the Elementary Education K-6 program while collaborating with local school districts to provide field experiences, and leads literacy workshops that connect university training with classroom realities through reading leadership teams and intervention programs.
