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Matti Lattu is a Finnish computer science education researcher whose work centers on creativity, intrinsic motivation, and the design of innovative learning environments. Based primarily at the University of Helsinki, Lattu has dedicated much of his career to challenging conventional lecture-based teaching models in computer science, advocating instead for approaches that nurture student creativity and engagement. His most influential contribution is the Creativity-Supporting Learning Environment (CSLE) framework, which has garnered 42 citations and provides a multidimensional model for designing and evaluating CS learning environments. Closely related work exploring the intersection of creativity, intrinsic motivation, and constructionism — notably through the use of robotics in CS education — has attracted a further 38 citations, establishing Lattu as a leading voice in this pedagogical niche. His framework has demonstrated applicability beyond Finland, having been employed successfully in both European and African educational contexts, reflecting a genuinely global reach. Lattu's early work promoting collaboration between computer scientists and educational researchers laid important groundwork for interdisciplinary approaches to CS education. With a consistent focus on empowering students as creative problem-solvers, his research offers valuable guidance for educators and curriculum designers seeking to move beyond traditional instructional paradigms.