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Linda Bol is a Professor in the Department of STEM Education & Professional Studies at Old Dominion University (ODU), affiliated with the Darden College of Education & Professional Studies. Her expertise spans self-regulated learning, metacognition, program evaluation, and research methods. She holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from UC Berkeley (1991), an M.A. in Psychology from California State University, Fresno (1985), and a B.A. in Psychology from the same institution (1982).
Bol has extensive research experience in education reform, including evaluations of school restructuring models, smaller learning communities, and grant-funded initiatives like the National Math and Science Initiative. Her work emphasizes teacher practices, assessment strategies, and the intersection of technology with learning environments. Key projects include the $26 million 'AdapText Interactive' initiative and evaluations of Teaching American History Grants.
Her research interests focus on metacognitive strategies, calibration accuracy in student performance, and fostering academic engagement. Notable publications explore writing rubrics' impact on calibration, self-regulated learning in STEM contexts, and the influence of peer review on student performance. Bol has also contributed to studies on generational differences in academic integrity and the role of motivation in e-learning environments.
- Grants & Awards: Over $30 million in federal grants, including recognition for collaborative grants (2012), doctoral mentoring (2011), and the Tonelson Award (2004).
- Awards: Includes the Shining Star Award (2009), multiple mentoring accolades, and national recognitions for research excellence.
- Labs/Teams: Active in ODU's STEM education initiatives and collaborations with the National Institute for School Leadership.
Bol's work bridges theoretical research and practical educational reform, with a focus on empowering both students and educators through evidence-based strategies.
