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Susan H. Rodger is a Professor of the Practice in the Department of Computer Science at Duke University, where she has served since 2008. She also holds the role of Director of Undergraduate Studies in the same department since 2018.
- Purdue University · 1989 Ph.D. in Computer Science
- N.C. State University · 1983 BS in Computer Science and Mathematics
Her research focuses on Computer Science Education, particularly on tools and methods to enhance learning. She has contributed to the development of JFLAP and Alice, which are widely used for teaching automata theory and programming through animation. Her recent work explores Parsons Problems as a pedagogical approach to reduce novice programming challenges.
Her publications highlight trends in interactive learning and multi-institutional studies, emphasizing the integration of empirical research with educational software. These works span topics like syntax mastery, algorithm design, and debugging techniques for beginners.
- Scientific Awards:
- IEEE Computer Society 2019 Taylor L. Booth Education Award
- Outstanding Educator 2014
She has advised numerous undergraduate research students, particularly in projects involving tools like Alice and JFLAP. Her grants include funding from the National Science Foundation, notably for the ACM Global Computing Education Conference and collaborative research on Peer Instruction in CS.
She leads initiatives such as the Duke ACM-W chapter and Duke Grad Job Board, fostering student engagement and professional development in computing.
