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Dr. Kelly R. Kelley is a Professor at Western Carolina University (WCU), affiliated with the College of Education and Allied Professions and the School of Teaching and Learning. Since 2007, she has served as the University Participant (UP) Program Co-Founder, Coordinator, Consultant, and Director. She holds a Ph.D. in Special Education from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, an MA in Special Education from WCU, and a BS in Special Education from WCU.
Her research focuses on secondary transition, assistive technology, social skills instruction, and inclusive postsecondary opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities. She authored the book Teaching, Including, and Supporting College Students with Intellectual Disabilities and has contributed numerous book chapters and peer-reviewed articles. Dr. Kelley has presented at over 230 conferences, frequently collaborating with student co-presenters.
No specific scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided information. She advises through her program roles but no named students are specified. Her work emphasizes practical applications in special education and accessibility.
