Mark Noone

Mark Noone is a University Tutor in the Department of Computer Science at Maynooth University since July 2019. He specializes in managing large-scale outreach initiatives such as annual Summer Camps, CoderDojo programs, and first-year teaching modules. His research focuses on hybrid programming languages (e.g., Hybrid Java) and improving CS1 education through visual/textual integration. He holds a Master of Computer Science in 'VisTex: An Investigation on the Role of Visual and Textual Languages when Learning to Program' and a B.Sc. in Computer Science & Software Engineering from Maynooth University.

Key research interests include computer science education methodologies, gamification (BreakoutEDU), curriculum development, and student support structures. He is affiliated with the PACT team and Computer Science Education Research Group. Notable awards include the 2019 Best Student Paper (Computer Science Education: Innovation and Technology) and the 2016 John and Pat Hume Scholarship.

Recent work emphasizes automated grading systems, support center redesigns, and hybrid programming environments. His publications span peer-reviewed journals (e.g., Journal of Computers in Education) and conferences like SIGCSE and ITiCSE. He also serves as a reviewer for the Annual SIGCSE Conference proceedings.