Associate Teaching Professor
Dept. of EECS · Syracuse University
frahma02 AT syr DOT eduMar 2026: Paper accepted at ACM ITiCSE'26 Conference: "Doing the Work? Student Perspectives on AI Tools in Computing Education." Congratulations to the team - Elodie, Stephanie, and Ashmita !
Mar 2026: Paper accepted at ASEE'26 Conference: "Designing for All: Lessons from Teaching Accessibility with AI Agents in a Software Engineering Course."
Feb 2026: Paper accepted at ASEE St Lawrence'26 Conference: "LLMs Behind the Scenes: Teaching Assistant Experiences Integrating LLMs in Large Courses."
Feb 2026: Paper accepted at HCI International'26 Conference: "Bridging Human Trust and Smart Technology: Understanding User Perceptions and Adoption Patterns of AI-Enabled IoT Devices in the United States". Congratulations to my undergrad research assistant Daniel Han !
Jan 2026: Received NSF CS4ALL grant (#2524375) to expand next-generation computing access in Central New York high schools. Visit site →
Nov 2024: Received Google exploreCSR Award focusing on cultivating next generation computing researchers through teaching, mentoring, and undergraduate research. Learn more →
I am an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at Syracuse University, where my work focuses on helping students grow into thoughtful, skilled, and socially responsible computing professionals. My career mission is to help create systemic change in engineering, computer science, and AI education by advancing evidence-based teaching practices, designing forward-looking curricula, and building research-driven programs that empower students from different backgrounds to thrive in computing. To pursue this mission, I engage in computing and AI education research while leading initiatives that reimagine how students learn, experience, and contribute to the field. My work integrates emerging areas such as AI education, human-centered computing, and accessible software engineering into experiential learning environments that encourage students to see technology not only as a technical discipline, but also as a tool for addressing human and societal challenges.
EECS, Syracuse University
SCIS, Florida International University
Dept. of CS, James Madison University
Dept. of CS, James Madison University
Marquette University, WI, USA
Marquette University, WI, USA
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET)
My research focuses on advancing computer science and artificial intelligence education through evidence-based pedagogy, inclusive curriculum design, and technology-enhanced learning. I aim to close the research-to-practice gap by translating insights from computing education research into scalable classroom practices and tools. My work centers on three complementary pillars: (1) pathways and experiences: creating meaningful research and learning opportunities that connect students with socially relevant computing; (2) teaching and learning: investigating how students develop understanding in areas such as programming, database systems, and AI; and (3) outreach and mentoring: building supportive learning communities that expand access to computing education. I also study Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIED) and the role of AI-powered tools in supporting student learning across higher education and K–12 contexts, including how these technologies can help instructors teach effectively , provide student-centered learning experiences, and support educator training . Complementing this work, my expertise also spans human centric computing, focusing on mobile healthcare and healthcare data analytics that integrate mobile systems into health and wellness environments to improve mental and physical wellbeing.
Collaborative Research: Supporting High School Computing Teachers with the Accessible Learning Labs. Site →
Experiential Accessible Learning Labs for Promoting Inclusive Software Development. Site →
RESET: Re-Entry Pathways for Women in STEM via Emerging Technology. Site →
Cultivating Next Generation Computing Researchers through Teaching, Mentoring, and Undergraduate Research. Site →
Research Exposure in Socially Relevant Computing. Site →
Collaborative Research: SaTC: EDU: Developing Instructional Laboratories for Blockchain Security Applications. Site →
Aspiring Students in Computing and Engineering NeTwork.
Online Hub to Mentor Computing Tutors for Inclusion Diversity.
Access the full list on DBLP → and Google Scholar →
Undergraduate and graduate students taught across Syracuse University, Florida International University, and James Madison University over a 12+ year career.
Returning professionals engaged through the NSF RESET conference, building re-entry pathways into emerging technology.
Undergraduate students exposed to computing research through the Google-funded RESORC program.
Co-chairing the Academic Track of the Grace Hopper Celebration since 2018 — the world's largest gathering of women in computing.
In recognition of sustained excellence in teaching, mentoring, and educational leadership in the engineering community. IEEE Region One.
Outstanding Contributions to the Student Experience and University Initiatives. Syracuse University.
Syracuse University.
Technology Alliance of Central New York (TACNY).
Women in Science and Engine20ering (WiSE).
St. Lawrence Section, American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE).
National Center for Women and Information Technology (NCWIT).
I am happy to write letters of recommendation for students who have worked closely with me (research, coursework, or independent study). Please note:
I actively recruit undergrad students for research projects. Opportunities include working on computing and AI education, role of genAI in CS learning, human centric computing, accessible software engineering, and educational outreach.
I am actively recruiting undergraduate and graduate students for research projects. My schedule fills 3–4 weeks in advance, so please plan ahead and use email for faster responses.
frahma02 AT syr DOT edu