Dr. Yesenia Velasco

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Biography

Yesenia Velasco is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at Duke University, focusing on Computer Science education. Her research interests include pedagogical strategies and curricula development for introductory programming courses (CS1/CS2). Velasco has contributed to the field through various publications that examine student perceptions of help resources and strategies for enhancing learning experiences in computer science. She has also served as a Co-Principal Investigator on several collaborative research grants funded by the National Science Foundation, aimed at improving student success and the adoption of innovative teaching methodologies in undergraduate CS education. Velasco completed her M.S. at Duke University in 2018 and is committed to advancing teaching practices within the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Teach and develop courses in Computer Science, focusing on pedagogical improvement for introductory courses.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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  • Application Fee ($95)
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)