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Val Kelly

Associate Vice President
Kent State Online, Kent State University

Val Kelly oversees strategic innovation and provides faculty and student support for Kent State Online programs and courses

She has worked as an adjunct instructor in the User Experience Design degree program at Kent State University. She holds a Master of Science in Information Architecture and Knowledge Management and a Master of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication.

For nearly 20 years of working in higher education, she has been dedicated to increasing access to education by improving the online teaching and learning environment. She has experience in instructional design, multimedia development, and online program administration. Prior to that, she worked in the industry as a software help system designer, technical writer, and web developer.

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Kent Online Degrees Blog
What Is Educational Research? Types, Methods, and Why It Matters
Master’s Degree Research, Measurement & Statistics
Schools and educational organizations collect enormous amounts of information, from assessment scores and attendance records to graduation rates, student surveys, and classroom observations.
October 23, 2026
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Kent State’s Online Master’s in User Experience Has Evolved: Here’s What’s New
Master’s Degree User Experience Design
User experience (UX) is evolving, and Kent State University’s online Master of Science in User Experience is evolving with it.
October 19, 2026
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Explore Kent State’s Online M.A. in Translation: Connecting Language, Technology, and Global Careers
Master’s Degree Translation
The language industry is evolving. Artificial intelligence, automation, localization, and global communication are changing how organizations work across languages and cultures.
October 19, 2026
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Kent State University Expands Online Doctoral Opportunities With Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum Studies Ph.D.
Doctoral Degree Teaching, Learning & Curriculum
Kent State University is expanding its online graduate offerings with a new online option for the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum Studies.
October 19, 2026
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Kent Online Degrees Blog
What Is Health Informatics? A Guide to the Growing Healthcare Field
Master’s Degree Health Informatics
Every interaction with the healthcare system generates information. From electronic health records and laboratory results to prescriptions, insurance claims, and patient portals, healthcare organizations manage enormous amounts of data every day.
October 19, 2026
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Is an Online Degree Worth It? 5 Things to Consider Before You Enroll
Online Classes
Is an online degree worth it?
October 19, 2026
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What Is Curriculum and Instruction? A Guide for Educators
Master’s Degree Teaching, Learning & Curriculum
Every day, educators make decisions about what students should learn and how to help them learn it effectively.
October 19, 2026
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What Is the Science of Reading? A Guide for K–12 Educators
Master’s Degree Literacy Specialization
The Science of Reading has become a major focus in K–12 education as schools, states, and educators reconsider how reading is taught.
October 19, 2026
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What Is an Educational Technologist—and What Do They Do?
Master’s Degree Educational Technology
Technology plays an important role in how people learn. From online courses and digital classrooms to corporate training and artificial intelligence, organizations increasingly rely on technology to support education and professional development.
October 18, 2026
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How to Motivate Students in Music Class: Strategies for Today’s Music Educator
Master’s Degree Music Education Music Teaching
Keeping students engaged in music class takes more than choosing the right repertoire or preparing for the next concert. Students bring different interests, experiences, and confidence levels, so effective motivation starts with helping them feel capable, connected, and invested in learning.
October 15, 2026
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