Lori McKee

Dr. Lori McKee is an Associate Professor and Graduate Chair in the Department of Curriculum Studies at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Education. With 20 years of elementary teaching experience, her work bridges classroom practice and academic research in literacies, pedagogies, and teacher professional learning. She specializes in multimodal pedagogies, intergenerational learning, and equity-centered literacy instruction.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Multimodal Pedagogies, Western University (2018)
• M.Ed. in Multiliteracies and Multilingualism, Western University (2013)
• B.Ed. in Primary-Junior Education, Queen’s University (1997)
• B.A.Sc. in Child Studies, University of Guelph (1996)

Research Interests: Dr. McKee’s research focuses on literacies education across diverse contexts, including:

• Intergenerational learning programs connecting elders and children
• Equitable pedagogical strategies for literacy instruction
• Professional development for teacher educators
• Integration of digital and multimodal tools in teaching

Teaching Contributions: She teaches graduate courses in curriculum research and project design, as well as undergraduate courses in elementary English Language Arts and literacy assessment. Her pedagogy emphasizes reflective practice and adapting instruction to contemporary educational challenges.

Collaborations: Engages with schools, elder care facilities, and teacher communities to co-design curricula. Active in national and international research networks, including the Reading Pedagogies of Equity Project.