Collin F. Lynch

Collin F. Lynch is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at North Carolina State University, specializing in intelligent tutoring systems and adaptive educational technologies. His research addresses complex domains like scientific writing, law, and software development through AI integration.

Education

• Ph.D. in Intelligent Systems (2014), University of Pittsburgh
• M.S. in Intelligent Systems (2011), University of Pittsburgh
• B.A. in Cognitive Science and Artificial Intelligence (2000), Hampshire College

Research Focus

Lynch's work combines artificial intelligence, learning science, and human-computer interaction. Key areas include:

• Argument mining and natural language processing
• Real-time classroom support for writing-to-learn
• Student modeling and hint generation
• Embodied cognitive agents in collaborative learning
• Social network impacts on education

Grant Leadership

• Validating Automated Measures of Student Writing (2021-2026, $634,620, IES)
• RET Site: Socially Relevant Computing (2021-2025, $598,913, NSF)
• IGE: Learning the Entire Pipeline (2021-2024, $332,184, NSF)
• FLECKS: Collaborative CS Learning (2017-2023, $1,399,088, NSF)
• Integrated Teaching Platforms (2018-2022, $597,529, NSF)
• Evaluation for Actionable Change (2016-2021, $799,837, NSF)

His projects often involve interdisciplinary collaboration and address challenges in blended learning environments, data-driven educational interventions, and socially relevant computing.