As a dedicated and enthusiastic scholar, Zahra Gholami is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in the Higher Education program at Florida State University (FSU). With a strong foundation in Educational Management, Zahra earned her first Ph.D. from Kharazmi University. Currently serving as a Research Assistant at the Florida Center for Reading Research (FCRR), Zahra actively contributes to cutting-edge research initiatives. Her work encompasses a diverse range of interests, including qualitative methods, research design, and educational policy and practices.