Aleksandr Popov

Aleksandr Popov is a PhD Research Fellow at the Department of Informatics, University of Bergen, where he contributes to research in computer science education. He is actively involved in the Didactics in CS research group, focusing on pedagogical strategies and curriculum development for introductory computing courses.

His research interests center on Computer Science Education, particularly the design and delivery of CS1 courses in the Norwegian context. He explores programming pedagogy, simulation-based learning, and the integration of real-world applications such as election systems into computing education to enhance student engagement and understanding.

Recent publications and conference presentations indicate a strong trend in combining technical computing skills with educational theory, emphasizing accessible and effective teaching methods in higher education. His work bridges computer science and pedagogy, contributing to national discussions on computing curriculum standards.

• Scientific Article (2024): Fundamentals of Norwegian CS1
• Conference Poster (2024): Simulating Election Votes, presented at SIGCSE TS 2024 in Portland, Oregon

As a PhD candidate and research fellow, Aleksandr Popov is engaged in scholarly research and academic dissemination. While no formal advisees are listed, his role involves active collaboration with faculty and researchers in computing education. He is supported by institutional funding as a scholarship holder.

He is part of the Didactics in CS research group at the Department of Informatics, University of Bergen, which focuses on improving teaching and learning practices in computer science education through research-driven innovation.