Edward Anstead

Dr. Edward Anstead is a Lecturer in the Department of Computing at Goldsmiths, University of London, and co-director of undergraduate studies. He joined the university in September 2016, focusing on software engineering, programming, and HCI in teaching. His research explores collaborative group interactions with technologies, particularly in shared media contexts like television and e-learning tools.

• Education:
  • BSc Computer Science (Hons), University of Leicester (2005)
  • MSc Human Centred Computer Systems, University of Sussex (2009)
  • PhD in Many-Screen Viewing from University of Nottingham (2016)

Research interests include HCI, group practices with distributed devices, and ethical data collection. He has contributed to gamification in programming education and auto-graded tools for diverse students. Notable publications include work on TV companion apps, digital assessment, and multiscreen viewing behaviors. His research emphasizes practical applications in education and collaborative media consumption.