Karen Huffman is an emeritus professor of psychology at Palomar College, San Marcos, California, where she taught full time until 2011 and served as the Psychology Student Advisor and Co-Coordinator for psychology faculty. She received the National Teaching Award for Excellence in Community/Junior College Teaching given by Division Two of the American Psychological Association (APA), along with many other awards and accolades. Professor Huffman is also the author and co-author of several textbooks, including Psychology in Action. Her special research and presentation focus is on active learning and critical thinking. She has been the invited speaker and conducted numerous presentations, online web seminars, and teaching workshops throughout the United States, Spain, Canada, and Puerto Rico.