Cynthia Taylor

Cynthia Taylor is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Oberlin College, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. She specializes in computer science pedagogy, active learning techniques, and peer instruction, with secondary research interests in security and systems.

Her educational background includes:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from University of California, San Diego (2012)
• C.Phil. in Computer Science from University of California, San Diego (2009)
• M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering from University of California, San Diego (2008)
• B.A. in Computer Science and Creative Writing from Oberlin College (2002)

Her research focuses on developing effective pedagogical approaches including concept inventories and peer instruction methods. Recent publications explore strategies for encouraging faculty adoption of educational innovations in computer science, analyzing differences between K-12 and higher education contexts.