Head of Computer Science
Head of Computer Science
Qualifications
Research interests
Biography
I have a Master’s degree in Information Systems and Technology, and my experience as an academic began in 2012. I have contributed significantly to research and scholarly output, which directly informs my teaching practice. Between 2016 and 2024, I published eleven academic papers, covering areas such as e-learning adoption, digital divide, agile software development, BYOD challenges, e-books, and computer-based assessments. Recent outputs include: Integrating Adaptive Intelligent Tutoring Systems into Private Higher Educational Institutes (IST-Africa 2024), Computer-Based Assessments in Higher Education: Challenges and Remediations (IST-Africa 2024) and Integrating Technology in Teaching and Learning Practices: Students’ Competencies (SACJ, 2022). I also co-authored earlier works on students’ perceptions of computer-based assessments and the impact of the digital divide, both of which are widely cited. These publications strengthen my role as a scholar of teaching and learning, ensuring that my classroom practices are grounded in current research. Beyond teaching and research, I have consistently contributed to community and industry engagement. I have chaired and participated in academic committees such as research ethics committees, supported student assistantships and tutorships, engaged parents and external stakeholders, and organised events that strengthen the identity of computer science students. Many of my research outputs have come from my dissertations, desktop research, collaborations with other colleagues and with the postgraduate students whom I supervise. I have successfully published 3 papers with my postgraduate research students.
Head of Computer Science
Head of Computer Science
Qualifications
Research interests
Biography
I have a Master’s degree in Information Systems and Technology, and my experience as an academic began in 2012. I have contributed significantly to research and scholarly output, which directly informs my teaching practice. Between 2016 and 2024, I published eleven academic papers, covering areas such as e-learning adoption, digital divide, agile software development, BYOD challenges, e-books, and computer-based assessments. Recent outputs include: Integrating Adaptive Intelligent Tutoring Systems into Private Higher Educational Institutes (IST-Africa 2024), Computer-Based Assessments in Higher Education: Challenges and Remediations (IST-Africa 2024) and Integrating Technology in Teaching and Learning Practices: Students’ Competencies (SACJ, 2022). I also co-authored earlier works on students’ perceptions of computer-based assessments and the impact of the digital divide, both of which are widely cited. These publications strengthen my role as a scholar of teaching and learning, ensuring that my classroom practices are grounded in current research. Beyond teaching and research, I have consistently contributed to community and industry engagement. I have chaired and participated in academic committees such as research ethics committees, supported student assistantships and tutorships, engaged parents and external stakeholders, and organised events that strengthen the identity of computer science students. Many of my research outputs have come from my dissertations, desktop research, collaborations with other colleagues and with the postgraduate students whom I supervise. I have successfully published 3 papers with my postgraduate research students.
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