Kristy Elizabeth Boyer
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Kristy Elizabeth Boyer is a leading researcher in computing education, with a focus on broadening participation and understanding equity in computer science. Her work investigates how race, gender, and intersectional identities shape students’ attitudes and experiences in K-12 and undergraduate computing. In her highly cited 2021 study, “Interaction effects of race and gender in elementary CS attitudes: A validation and cross-sectional study,” Boyer and colleagues validated a survey instrument and revealed nuanced, intersectional patterns in how young learners perceive computing—showing that attitudes are not uniform across demographic groups. This research has informed curriculum design and inclusive pedagogy, earning over 24 citations and influencing national conversations on equity in CS education. Boyer’s broader contributions include advancing methods for measuring student engagement, developing adaptive learning environments, and mentoring a new generation of computing education researchers. Her work bridges educational psychology, human-computer interaction, and computer science, making her a pivotal voice in creating more inclusive pathways into computing.
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