Whitney McCoy

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1ranked-venue papers
0as first author
1since 2021 · last 2026
—ORCID · none

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Artificial intelligence and machine learning · 1 · 1 since 2021Graphics, computer vision, multimedia, augmented reality and games · 1 · 1 since 2021

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Interdisciplinary, comprehensive, and emerging computing
1 paper
Computing education · 100%

Topics — the 2 heaviest of 2, each with the papers that count most for it

TopicWeightPapersLastEvidence papers
Computing education › AI education
K-12 AI education
1.012026
Bot Blitz: A Scalable Hands-On Workshop for Teaching AI and Robotics Concepts Through Narrative-Driven Problem Solving · AAAI 2026
Computing education
robotics education
1.012026
Bot Blitz: A Scalable Hands-On Workshop for Teaching AI and Robotics Concepts Through Narrative-Driven Problem Solving · AAAI 2026

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narrative-driven problem solving · 1.0
YearPublicationVenuePosition
2026 Bot Blitz: A Scalable Hands-On Workshop for Teaching AI and Robotics Concepts Through Narrative-Driven Problem Solving
abstract
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly prevalent in society, there is a critical need for accessible K-12 educational resources that introduce students to AI and robotics concepts through engaging, hands-on experiences. In this paper, we present a scalable workshop framework that uses narrative-driven problem solving to teach fundamental AI and autonomous systems concepts to students in grades 5-12. Developed through a collaboration between AI researchers and education specialists, Bot Blitz employs Sphero RVR+ robots within immersive storylines ranging from fairground rescue missions for younger students to urban traffic management scenarios for high schoolers. Preliminary observations from workshops with 56 students show high engagement levels and successful completion of programming challenges.
Sandra Roach, Karis Boyd-Sinkler, Visrut Sudhakar, Shaundra B. Daily, Miroslav Pajic, Whitney McCoy
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