Stephen H. Edwards

Stephen H. Edwards is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Virginia Tech, specializing in computing education and automated grading systems. His work focuses on improving programming pedagogy through tools like Web-CAT, CodeWorkout, and Sofia Framework, emphasizing equitable assessment, mutation analysis, and behavioral nudges in CS1/CS2 courses.

• Research Themes: Automated feedback, software testing education, educational data mining, gamification for learning.
• Collaborations: Manuel A. Pérez-Quiñones, Adrienne Decker, Clifford A. Shaffer, Bob Edmison.
• Trends: Recent publications highlight grading equity (2024-2025), student testing behaviors (2020-2022), and tool development (2007-2017).