Scott Grissom

Scott Grissom is a Professor at Grand Valley State University’s College of Engineering and Computing, specifically within the Computer Science and Information Systems Department. His work focuses on transforming traditional lecture-based computer science education into interactive, student-centered environments through pedagogies like peer instruction, active learning, and collaborative learning. He has led multi-institutional studies on instructional practices and contributed to national discussions on evidence-based teaching methods in CS classrooms.

Dr. Grissom’s research interests revolve around enhancing student engagement via algorithm visualization, digital libraries, and interactive pedagogical tools. His studies on peer instruction (e.g., “A Multi-institutional Study...”) and error analysis in recursive algorithms have significantly influenced CS2 curriculum design. He also explores the integration of mobile application development (e.g., iPhone curriculum adaptations) into traditional CS topics.

His publications span journals like ACM Transactions on Computing Education and SIGCSE proceedings, with a focus on student-centered learning, instructional practices, and NSF grant opportunities. He has conducted workshops on funding competitive NSF proposals, emphasizing systematic strategies for converting ideas into successful grants. His collaborations include renowned figures like Renée McCauley, Laurie Murphy, and Leo Porter.