Raymond Pettit

University of Virginia, University College Dublin

Papers

2

Total Citations

318

H-Index

2

About

Raymond Pettit is a leading voice in computing education, whose work has become essential reading as the field confronts the transformative impact of generative AI. His research centers on the intersection of artificial intelligence, large language models (LLMs), and pedagogy, with a specific focus on how these technologies are reshaping the teaching and learning of computer science. Pettit’s most influential contribution is his landmark paper, “The Robots Are Here: Navigating the Generative AI Revolution in Computing Education,” which has garnered over 310 citations in just a short time. This work provides a critical framework for understanding how LLMs—capable of generating and interpreting both natural language and source code—are fundamentally altering the landscape of computing education. By identifying the urgent challenges and opportunities presented by these tools, Pettit has helped educators, researchers, and institutions navigate a rapidly evolving terrain. His scholarship is widely cited for its timely, practical insights, making him a key figure in the ongoing conversation about how to adapt curricula and assessment in an age of AI.

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H-Index
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Papers
318
Total Citations
159
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
The Robots Are Here: Navigating the Generative AI Revolution in Computing Education
310 citations · 2023
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2023 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 15
🏛 Institutions: University of Virginia, University College Dublin

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