Aaron Bloomfield

Aaron Bloomfield is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Virginia, where he has been since August 2004. His research spans Computer Science Education, Virtual Reality, and Haptics, with a focus on developing innovative pedagogical tools and low-cost sensory feedback systems.

• Primary Affiliation: University of Virginia, Department of Computer Science
• Key Projects: Digital Paper Exam Grading System, IBCM Machine Language, NSF Showcase for Computer Science Education

His research in Computer Science Education has led to multiple publications and educational tools like the Integrated Computing Submission System and the Itty Bitty Computing Machine (IBCM) platform. In Virtual Reality, he has developed cost-effective haptic feedback systems through projects like Vibrotactile Arrays and Low Cost Tactor Suits. He also contributes to broader educational initiatives as coordinator of the NSF Showcase at SigCSE, helping educators understand successful grant applications.

Key trends in his publications include:

• Optimizing exam grading workflows (2008-2010)
• Revolutionizing machine language instruction (2011)
• Advancing tactile feedback in VR (2003-2008)
• Service learning capstone models (2014)
• Programming contest strategies (2016)

Scientific Recognition:

• Honorable Mention at IEEE Virtual Reality 2007 Conference