DR. CORDOVA’S RESEARCH

My work explores the intersection of computing education, artificial intelligence, and technology for societal and environmental good. I’m passionate about empowering students through innovative tools, educational research, and real-world technology projects.

🥼 Ongoing Research Projects

Pedalogical

AI-driven initiative that personalizes education by dynamically generating assignments based on each student’s comprehension.

Testing Tutor

Web-based learning platform designed to help students master software testing principles.

Oregon Turtles

Bridges computer science and ecology, supporting conservation efforts for Oregon’s native freshwater turtles.

👩‍🎓 Current Student-Led Projects

The Giant Pumpkin Project

A graduate student project focused on agricultural cultivation optimization aimed at giant pumpkin enthusiasts.

Rae’s Room

Exploring social media and its effect on creating communities for Chinese-American adoptees.

Interested in Research?

Interested in collaborating or learning more? Feel free to reach out — I’d love to hear from you!

If you’re a student, check out my Individual Research Experience page.

🗣️ Recent Talks

Research Talk @ TechBytes

September 4, 2025 | Willamette University

AI Pedagogy @ Faculty AI Teaching Exchange

August 5, 2025 | Willamette University

The Future of Learning: AI, Gamification, Social Media, and Inquiry-Based Learning

January 23, 2025 | Willamette University

SCRP ’25

February 6, 2025 | Willamette University

SCRP ’24

February 15, 2024 | Willamette University

Bearcat Days: Prompting the AI Revolution: Exploring the World of Large Language Models

February 4, 2024 | Willamette University

Research Agenda

November 22, 2022 | Willamette University

Testing Tutor Paper Presentation

February 6, 2022 | SIGCSE ’22