Lorraine Schmertzing, Ed.D.
Professor of Research and INstructional Technology
- Ed.D. in Educational Management
University of West Florida (2000) - M.A. in Communication Arts
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (1986) - B.A. in Radio/TV/Film
Baylor University (1982)
Teaching Fields: Instructional Technology, Qualitative Research, Dissertation Design
Dr. Lorraine Schmertzing is a professor in the Department of Leadership, Technology, and Workforce Development at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø. She earned her Ed.D. in Educational Management from the University of West Florida in 2000, an M.A. in Communication Arts from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in 1986, and a B.A. in Radio, Television, and Film from Baylor University in 1982. Her research interests include qualitative research, culture, and instructional technology.
Recent publications and presentations:
Reeves, L., Schmertzing, L. C., Schmertzing, R., & James, C. (2023). Exploring Strategies of Six Black Women Teachers to Enhance the Learning Experiences of Black Students. AERA online peer-reviewed repository.
· Gonzalez, J., Martinez, J., Schmertzing, R., & Schmertzing, L. (2023). Consequentiality: Critical Autoethnographic Testimonio of a Mexican Migrant Farmworker-turned-Professional’s Journey from Assimilation to Acculturation. AERA online peer-reviewed repository.
· Ellis, O., Schmertzing, L. C., & Schmertzing, R. (2024). Learning Science: Student Experiences with Arts-integrated Lessons. GERA online repository
· Cartright, R., Schmertzing R. W., Schmertzing L. C., & Arrastia-Chisholm, M. (2024). Lived Experiences of Six Gifted Black Students in Rural South Georgia. GERA online repository
· Holt, D., Schmertzing L. C., & Schmertzing, R. (2024). Seven Rural High Achieving Students’ Educational Experiences: A Narrative Inquiry. GERA online repository
· Mathews, K., Schmertzing R., & Schmertzing, L. C. (2024). Culturally Relevant Pedagogy in Elementary School: Qualitative Case Study. GERA online repository