Juha Sorva

Juha Sorva is a Senior Lecturer at Aalto University's School of Science and a leading researcher in computing education. His work focuses on introductory programming education, software visualization, and cognitive load theory in learning contexts.

• Research Themes: Educational Technology, Learning Analytics, Notional Machines, Visual Program Simulation, Instructional Design, and Media Computation.
• Leadership: Developed Aalto University's first MOOC, received multiple teaching awards, and pioneered tools like UUhistle for program visualization.

His recent publications highlight graphics-based programming instruction, LLM applications in programming support, and fine-grained analysis of learning behaviors. Key awards include the CICERO Best Doctoral Dissertation Award (2013), Aalto High 5 Award (2015), and Teaching Development Award (2014).

• Scientific Awards:
  • CICERO Best Doctoral Dissertation Award (2013)
  • Aalto High 5 Award for Education (2015)
  • Teaching Development Award (2014)
  • Teacher of the Year (2007)