معرفی
Dr. Lisa Sousa is an Assistant Professor in the College of Liberal Arts, Business, Social Science, and Education at Franklin Pierce University. She teaches courses including Assessment, Teaching and Learning in a Democratic Society, Play and Human Development, Literacy Across the Curriculum, and specialized methods courses in social studies and communication. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Special Education from Texas Woman’s University, an M.A. in Special Education from California State University, Northridge, and a B.A. in Communicative Disorders.
Research Focus
Dr. Sousa's research centers on Special Education innovations, particularly in Disability Assessment, Assistive Technology, and AI applications in education. She explores generative AI for reading comprehension support, evidence-based literacy interventions, tele-assessment methodologies, and technology integration for students with learning disabilities. Her work bridges diagnostic practices with emerging educational technologies.
Publication Trends
Her recent scholarly output demonstrates a strong focus on AI's role in special education (particularly ChatGPT applications), innovative assessment systems for online/hybrid environments, and evidence-based literacy strategies. Publications frequently address technology ethics, policy implications, and practical implementations for diverse learners.
Awards and Honors
- International Anthology Exemplary Course Program Award (Practicum & Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, 2022)
- Top Academic Program Assessment, SACSCOC Program Peer Review (2022)
- Omega Gamma Chi Honor Society Faculty Award (2022)
- Golden Key Honor Society (2011)
- Sondra Bonnington Award, Texas Woman’s University (2010)
Grants and Service
Grant funding includes Undergraduate Faculty Development Awards for AI/literacy research (2024-2025) and a Hyflex Instruction research grant (2022). Dr. Sousa holds leadership roles including:
- Board of Directors, Council for Exceptional Children (New Hampshire)
- State Unit Leader for New Hampshire (CEC National Board)
- Community Action Network Coordinator & State Policy Advocate
- Special Education Legislative Summit participant (Congressional advocacy)
