Gillian Smith

Computer Science
Associate Professor
EDUCATION
PhD Computer Science University of California at Santa Cruz 2012
MS Computer Science University of California at Santa Cruz 2009
BS Computer Science University of Virginia 2006
Expert Bio

Professor Smith is an award-winning game designer. Her interdisciplinary work merges technical research in AI and HCI with creative practice in textiles and games, with a view towards addressing social issues and broadening participation and perspectives on computing.

Research areas/Expertise
human-computer interaction
AI
K-12 education
learning sciences
STEAM
STEM education
arts
analog games
game design
gaming
serious games
video games
3D printing
user experience
accessibility
gender
social justice
Chat GPT
Generative AI
Large Language Models
Augmented Reality (AR)
Virtual Reality (VR)
Interdisciplinary Learning
project-based learning
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Media Coverage

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AI, make me a video game

Gillian Smith, director of the interactive media and game development program, provided analysis for an article about the potential implications of the use of artificial intelligence in video game development.

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