Dr. Kelly Paynter
Professor
Room 108-A, CEPS Complex
256-782-8341
kpaynter@jsu.edu
After spending three years in the corporate world, Kelly Paynter joined the education sector and has never looked back! She has worked as a high school educator, teaching subjects such as computer programming, web design, personal finance, computer applications, and multimedia technology. She transitioned into the school library realm and received accolades as the State of Georgia’s Exemplary Library Media program as well as Library Media Specialist of the Year. As a professor, her areas of interest include K-12 instructional technology and library programs. She has extensive experience in online teaching, online course development, and course design. Her hobbies and interests include outdoor activities, traveling, reading, learning new things, and nutrition/natural wellness.
Courses Taught
- EIM 504, Learning Through Interactive Technologies
- EIM 505, Digital Literacy in the Classroom
- EIM 551, Technology in School Environments
- EIM 555, Instructional Design
- EIM 610, Emerging Technology and Collaborative Tools
- ED 500, Introduction to Graduate Education and Technology
- EFD 552, Diversity Issues in Education
- FCS 458, Research and Statistical Methods
- UH 101, Honors Lecture
Education
- B.B.A., Business, University of Georgia
- M.B.A., Commercial Real Estate, Georgia State University
- MA, History, Jacksonville State University
- Ed.S., Business Education, University of Georgia
- School Library Certification, Georgia State University
- Ed.D., Curriculum & Instruction, Liberty University