Laura Garofoli

PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT CHAIR
Psychological Science School of Health and Natural Sciences
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978.665.3451 Office: McKay Complex 206B
Office Hours
Fall 2025

Mondays and Wednesdays 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Courses Taught

To see course descriptions go to the University Catalog.

Lifespan Development (PSY 1200)
Adolescent Development (PSY 2230)
Psychological Science in Schools (PSY 3150)
Psychology of Learning (PSY 3500)
Psychology of Learning Lab (PSY 3501)
History and Systems of Psychology (PSY 4000)
Research Practicum in Psychology (PSY 4810/4820)
Behavioral Science in Early Childhood Education; Child Development and Observation
Assessment of Academic Skills in Early Childhood (independent study)

Background

Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Amherst
M.S., University of Massachusetts Amherst
B.A., Fairfield University

Gender Differences in Mathematics
Teacher Preparation
Problem-solving and transfer in young children
Impact of mental health status upon educational outcomes
Analysis of MCAS Data for Sex Differences in Mathematics