David M. Malone

David M. Malone is a Professor of the Practice of Education at Duke University, affiliated with the Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from Duke University (1984). His research focuses on educational psychology, service-learning, and innovative teaching approaches in higher education. Malone has led initiatives like the Duke University Service Learning Program and Partners for Success Tutoring Program, emphasizing community engagement and teacher preparation. He has received recognition for his contributions to service-learning and community engagement, including an award in 2017.

Malone’s academic career includes roles such as Director of Undergraduate Studies in Education (2007–2017) and Director of the Program in Education (2021–2022). He teaches courses like EDUC 240 (Educational Psychology) and has advised numerous grants, including the 2010–2013 'Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers with Transformative Practice' project. His publications explore service-learning applications in gifted education, teacher cognition, and social entrepreneurship education.

Malone’s professional activities include leadership roles in the Duke-Durham Neighborhood Partnership and Bass Connections projects on political polarization and charter schools. He has been featured in news articles for his work on interdisciplinary education and community outreach initiatives.