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 Valdosta State University. 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