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The contributions of Grace Murray Hopper to computer science and computer education
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  • University of North Texas
  • Denton, TX
  • United States
Order Number:UMI Order No. GAX94-24392
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Abstract

This study explored the life and work of the late Grace Murray Hopper, Rear Admiral United States Naval Reserve. The study emphasized Hopper's contributions to computer science and computer science education, including her philosophy of teaching and learning, and her pedagogical legacy for today's teachers and scholars of computer science and computer science education.

The study employed historical methodology, including personal interviews by the author of individuals who knew Hopper, both in and out of the military. Some of these individuals worked with Hopper during the early days of her computing career, while others knew Hopper during her time at the Pentagon and after her retirement, until her death in January, 1992. The study also included a thorough review of the written record, including a search through the Grace Murray Hopper collection donated to the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. as well as articles and books written about and by Hopper and audio and videotapes of Hopper's interviews. Additionally, the author was assisted by Hopper's brother, Dr. Roger F. Murray, who provided access to personal, family mementoes.

Grace Murray Hopper worked in the field of computer science from 1944 to 1991. Her professional career paralleled the development of the computer science industry, in which she was a visionary and a pioneer.

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