
Expertise
- Curriculum Development
- Educational Technology
Education
- Ed.D. in Curriculum & Instruction: Educational Technology, University of South Carolina
- M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction, Arizona State University
- BS in Communication, East Carolina University
Dr. Krystin McCauley Watkins — an esteemed educator, instructional designer, and educational leader — holds a doctor of education (Ed.D.) in curriculum and instruction from the University of South Carolina.
Dr. Watkins is renowned for her expertise in curriculum development and educational technology. She makes substantial contributions to education as a doctoral faculty member at Arizona State University and previously worked as an education industry executive at Microsoft.
Passionate about digital literacy, Dr. Watkins conducts research and promotes digital literacy initiatives, believing in their power to create an inclusive society. She is equally dedicated to community involvement through various leadership roles on boards and committees.
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