Dr. Robin LaBarbera
Assistant Professor, Biola University

Dr. Robin LaBarbera is a professor in the School of Education at Biola University, where she teaches courses in Elementary Curriculum, Advanced Curriculum and Instruction, and Advanced Educational Psychology to college seniors and graduate students. Formerly, she served as an urban educator for eight years at the Watts Christian School, where she piloted the first Opportunity Program satellite campus. Robin has also taught in Papua New Guinea and Uganda during extended summer mission trips. Before her teaching career, Robin served as a Probation Counselor at Orange County Juvenile Hall, and she held various administrative positions in local businesses. After receiving her Master’s Degree in Education, Robin received her Ph.D. from Claremont Graduate University in Educational Studies.

Robin’s research and publications have focused on the psychological issues associated with students who have learning differences, such as self-esteem, self-efficacy, and goal orientation. Robin is currently authoring an English as a Foreign Language textbook/curriculum for 1st graders and their teachers who reside in Spanish-speaking countries.