Expertise

Guizella A. Rocabado's expertise lies in chemistry education research, with a particular focus on the development of instruments and the application of advanced measurement and statistical techniques to evaluate the effectiveness of evidence-based instructional practices. A central passion and area of her expertise is understanding and measuring student attitudes and motivation, particularly as they relate to engagement and success in chemistry learning environments. She specializes in designing tools that capture meaningful learning outcomes, affective dimensions, and instructional impacts. In addition to her methodological strengths, she brings experience in science communication, translating complex scientific ideas into accessible language for diverse audiences. Rocabado also has expertise in program evaluation, using data-driven approaches to assess and improve the design, implementation, and outcomes of educational initiatives in STEM fields.