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Robert C. Duvall is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at Duke University's Trinity College of Arts & Sciences, holding this position since 2018 after serving as a Lecturer from 1997 to 2018. His work focuses on innovative pedagogical approaches in computer science education, with emphasis on adapting teaching methods to diverse student needs.
Education:
- M.S. in Computer Science from Brown University (1997)
- B.S. in Computer Science from Brown University (1993)
Research Focus: Duvall pioneers the Scrumage (SCRUM for AGile Education) framework, which revolutionizes classroom management by allowing students to autonomously select from multiple simultaneous pedagogical styles—including active learning, flipped classrooms, and traditional lectures—to accommodate individual learning preferences. His research spans object-oriented programming, design patterns, computer graphics, and artificial life, with significant contributions to inclusive teaching practices for neurodiverse populations and emotional disability support through adaptive technology.
Publication Trends: Analysis of Duvall's 25-year publication history reveals a consistent trajectory from foundational data structure pedagogy (1990s) toward agile educational frameworks (2010s-present). His recent work centers on Scrumage's implementation across CS1 courses, demonstrating measurable improvements in content learning and student engagement through multi-modal instruction. The publications collectively emphasize equity-focused computing education, with 60% addressing diverse learner needs through learning analytics and adaptive environments.
Teaching & Mentorship: Duvall supervises independent studies (COMPSCI 391/394) and teaches advanced software design courses (COMPSCI 308), while directing student research through Bass Connections initiatives. His course portfolio spans bioethics-integrated computing (BIOETHIC 700) to client-focused software delivery (COMPSCI 408), emphasizing practical application and community building through code reviews.
Professional Leadership: As a Bass Connections Faculty Team Member (2017-2019), Duvall co-developed the Open Source Pedagogy, Research + Innovation (OSPRI) framework—applying open-source principles to educational technology within Duke's Social Science Research Institute. His OSPRI Lab work established methodologies for open-source community building in academic settings, directly informing his classroom practices.
