Stephanie Ludi

Stephanie Ludi is a Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of North Texas. Her office is located in Discovery Park (A160A), with office hours held Mondays 12:00-1:00 PM and Tuesdays 1:00-2:00 PM. She maintains an active research program focused on accessibility in computing education and assistive technologies.

Her research centers on accessibility in computer science education, with specific expertise in designing accessible programming environments for visually impaired users, usability analysis of educational platforms, and integration of accessibility principles into curricula. Key focus areas include block-based programming adaptations, LMS accessibility (particularly Canvas), mobile app quality assessment, and WCAG compliance automation. Her work bridges human-computer interaction, educational technology, and inclusive design principles to address systemic barriers in computing education.

Dr. Ludi's publication analysis reveals consistent themes:

• Prioritization of accessibility in educational technologies across K-12 and higher education
• Methodological emphasis on empirical usability studies and developer challenge analysis
• Increasing integration of machine learning techniques for accessibility compliance and review analysis
• Strong advocacy for inclusive pedagogy in computer science curricula

While no specific awards are listed in the provided text, her research impact is evidenced through publications in ACM SIGACCESS conferences and sustained focus on critical accessibility gaps.

As Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, she oversees academic programs while maintaining an active research agenda. Her work demonstrates commitment to translating research into practice through curriculum development and institutional partnerships. Current projects indicate exploration of LLM applications for accessibility auditing and continued refinement of accessible programming tools.