Tracy Pena

Senior Lecturer

Interim Coordinator- Ed Tech Unit, Watson College of Education. Instructional designer, lecturer, part-time psychology faculty.
With her background in educational technology and psychology, she supports faculty in course design, course development, and the integration of innovative teaching strategies. Along with teaching in the education and psychology departments, Tracy has contributed to various projects and publications related to AI integration, instructional design, and equity in education.

Education

EdD in Educational Leadership and Instructional Technology, Appalachian State University
MS in Instructional Technology, University of North Carolina Wilmington
MA in Psychology, University of North Carolina Wilmington
BA in Psychology, University of North Carolina Wilmington

Specialization in Teaching

Instructional Design
Instructional Technology
Psychology
Online Learning
Educational Leadership
College Transfer Success

Research Interests

Artificial Intelligence
Educational Technology
Online Learning