Dr. Analisa Smith

Dr. Analisa L. Smith is a teacher, a professor, Educational Consultant, and a learning disabilities advocate. Dr. Smith serves on Learning Disabilities Association advisory boards, at state and national levels, and as an expert consultant with Understood. Dr. Smith is certified in nine areas of education in two states and holds a B.S. in Elementary and Special Education from Columbia College, an M.Ed. in Education from the University of South Carolina, and a Doctorate of Education in Education Administration from Nova Southeastern University. Smith is the author of Transition Toolbox: Postsecondary Success for the Student with a Disability, a book that focuses upon transition issues and services for the mildly disabled individual. Dr. Smith believes all students can learn when provided with the proper tools for engagement and taught in a manner that serves them best.

Trident University allows me to provide instruction in a platform that assists others in preparing their paths to better vocational and community experiences Dr. Analisa Smith

Programs

• Master of Arts in Education
• Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)

Publications

• Smith, A.L. (2010). Transition toolbox: Postsecondary transition success for the student with a disability. Lambert Academic Publishing: England.
• Smith, A.L. (2010). Sensory Integration for the student with Aspergers Disorder. Journal of the American Academy of Special Education Professionals (JAASEP), Online Spring Edition.
• Smith, A.L. (Winter, 2009). Enhancing the image of the special education teacher. The Delta Kappa Gamma Bulletin, 75(2), 27-29.
• Smith, A.L., Lindberg, E., Bright, T. (2015). Ensuring educational access for individuals with LD. Learning Disabilities Association of America International Conference. Chicago, IL.
• Smith, A.L., Lindberg, E. (2015). Homeschooling the learner with LD. Learning Disabilities Association of America International Conference. Chicago, IL.
• Smith, A.L., Smith, J.W., & Smith, C.J. (2012). The beauty of being LD. Paper presentation. Learning Disabilities Association of America International Conference. Chicago, IL.
• Smith, A.L., & Smith, C.J. (2011). The beauty of being LD. Poster presentation. International Mental Health School Alliance Conference. Charleston, SC.
• Smith, A.L. (2011). The beauty of being LD. Paper presentation. Learning Disabilities Association of America International Conference. Jacksonville, FL.
• Smith, A.L. (2010). Using Sensory Activities to assist with academic learning. Paper presented as a Table Talk session. Learning Disabilities Association of America International Conference. Baltimore, MD.

Associations

• Learning Disabilities Association of America
• Delta Kappa Gamma
• South Carolina Learning Disabilities Association
• Phi Gamma Signma
• Autism Society

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Keifer's area of expertise include:

• Curriculum methodology
• Elementary and early childhood education
• Leadership
• Education administration
• Special education/exceptional learning
• Educational technology

Education History

• Doctorate of Education - Nova Southeastern University (2006)
• Masters of Education - University of South Carolina (1996)
• Bachelor of Arts - Columbia College (1992)

Professional Experience

• Strayer University: Adjunct Faculty of Education. Academic Adviser, Associate Campus Dean (1 term).
• Trident International University: Associate Faculty of Education and Health Sciences.
• Ashford University: Associate Faculty of Education. Textbook reviews/textbook revision updates; Course reviews/revisions.
• Nova Southeastern University: Education Adjunct Faculty; Faculty Speaking Engagements and Research; Doctoral Dissertation Committees. Textbook reviews/textbook revision updates; Course reviews/revisions.)