Dan Dunlap

Dan Dunlap is a Visiting Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), located in Blacksburg, VA. His research focuses on the ethical and social implications of technology, particularly in education and AI systems. He holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.A. from Virginia Tech in science and technology studies, and philosophy respectively.

Education Background:

• 2002: Ph.D., Science and Technology Studies, Virginia Tech
• 1995: M.S., Science and Technology Studies, Virginia Tech
• 1987: B.A., Philosophy, Virginia Tech

Research Interests: Dunlap explores ethical challenges in AI applications, especially in automated educational tools. His work addresses transparency in algorithmic systems, teacher collaboration platforms, and digital equity. Notable projects include studying ChatGPT's impact on student writing and developing frameworks for sharing teaching practices.

Publications highlight trends in educational technology ethics, with recent works analyzing AI's role in essay grading and teacher professional development. Earlier research includes community-based IT workforce development and participatory design methodologies.

His address is Torgersen Hall RM 1200B, 620 Drillfield Dr., Blacksburg, VA 24061 with contact via dunlapd@vt.edu or (540) 392-9291.