Lawrence Hobbie

Lawrence Hobbie is a Professor in the Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences at Adelphi University, where he has taught since 1995. He previously served as Associate Provost (2011-2016) and Interim Associate Dean for General Education (2019), demonstrating deep institutional commitment.

His educational background includes:

• Ph.D. in Biology, MIT (1989)
• B.A. in Biology, Yale University (1983)

Professor Hobbie's research spans two distinct phases: foundational work in plant molecular genetics focusing on auxin/cytokinin signaling pathways in Arabidopsis, and current leadership in biology education research. His active projects investigate exam correction effectiveness, genetics integration in nursing education, and metacognitive learning strategies. He champions active learning through small-group work, problem-solving, and structured low-stakes assessments to develop students' metacognitive abilities.

His 2021-2025 publications reveal a strategic pivot toward education scholarship, with increasing focus on online learning environments, interdisciplinary curriculum design, and multi-institutional STEM transformation initiatives like the (STEM)2 network.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Science Teacher of the Year (Adelphi AED/BBB, 1997, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2011)
• Teaching Excellence Award (Adelphi University, 2008)
• Service Excellence Award (Adelphi University, 2019)

Professor Hobbie maintains robust research mentorship with 5-10 undergraduate advisees annually, supported historically by National Science Foundation grants totaling over $700,000 for both plant genetics and education projects. His Fulbright Scholar award enabled significant international collaboration in France.

Currently, he leads a collaborative biology education research group focused on transforming STEM pedagogy through projects like the multi-institutional (STEM)2 network, emphasizing sustainable educational innovation and faculty development.