Kathy Fezzie, ED.D
Literacy Coordinator
Assistant Professor of Education
Reading is a powerful and inclusive human endeavor that provides experiences that cultivate empathy, resilience, and a deeper understanding of ourselves and others. Reading opens a window into diverse cultures and perspectives, helping us appreciate the richness of the human experience. It connects us across time, place, and circumstance, affirming our shared humanity. My goal is to equip future teachers with the knowledge and skills to foster a love of reading in all students and to use literature as a tool for connection, reflection, and growth.
Biography
Dr. Fezzie is a lifelong resident of Florida and has served as an educator for 20 years across elementary, middle, and higher education settings. Her research interests focus on the development of interpersonal skills, social and emotional learning, and reading assessment literacy among pre-service teachers.
Education
- Doctor of Education, Florida Southern College, 2024
- Master of Arts in Education with a concentration in Reading, Saint Leo University, 2011
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of South Florida, 1989
Interests
Outside of her professional role, she enjoys spending time with her four children and three grandchildren, connecting with friends, and nurturing a lifelong love of reading.
Publications
Fezzie, K. E. (2024). Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Skills Instruction in Pre-Service Teacher Education: A Qualitative Case Study of Faculty Practices. Available from ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global: The Humanities and Social Sciences Collection. (3207608624). https://www.proquest.com/dissertations-theses/interpersonal-intrapersonal-skills-instruction/docview/3207608624/se-2