Matt Dennis

Dr. Matt Dennis is a Senior Lecturer and Associate Head (Student Experience) in the School of Computing at the University of Portsmouth. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Internet Information Systems (University of Aberdeen, 2009) and a PhD in Computer Science (also from University of Aberdeen, 2014), focusing on adapting feedback to learner personality to increase motivation. His research spans adaptive systems, eHealth, and cultural adaptation in educational technology.

• Education:
  • BSc (Hons) Internet Information Systems, University of Aberdeen (2009)
  • PhD in Computer Science, University of Aberdeen (2014)
• Research Interests:
  • Adaptive/Persuasive/Motivational systems
  • Cultural differences in feedback expectations
  • Personalized healthcare interventions
• Teaching: Software Engineering, Usability Engineering, and Complex Problem Solving modules.

His recent work includes developing adaptive exercise selection algorithms and tablet-based interventions to improve skin self-examination after melanoma treatment. He collaborates with PhD student Muhammad Sidi-Ali on cultural aspects of educational feedback. Research outputs emphasize personalized reminders, emotional support systems, and cross-cultural adaptation in technology.

His articles highlight trends in adaptive systems for education and healthcare, with a focus on learner personality, cultural factors, and health behavior change. Current projects explore how cultural differences shape feedback expectations in education.