Valerie L. Mazzotti, Ph.D.
Valerie L. Mazzotti, Ph.D., is Assistant Professor of Special Education at Western
Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Dr. Mazzotti received her
doctorate in special education from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
As a classroom teacher, Dr. Mazzotti taught students with disabilities in resource and inclusion settings. Her current research interests include students
with high-incidence disabilities, self-determination, positive behavior supports,
and evidence-based practices.