Helena’s teaching and research focus on the design of effective instruction, the promotion of student self-regulation to optimize learning and performance outcomes as well as effective implementation of educational technology. At USC Rossier, she teaches undergraduate and graduate courses that guide students in implementing social cognitive and sociocultural theory and principles to address issues related to learning and motivation. Along with Myron H. Dembo, PhD, she is the author of “Motivation and Learning Strategies for College Success: A Focus on Self-Regulated Learning” (5th edition) (Taylor and Francis, 2016). Helena earned her doctorate from the University of Southern California.