Rate My Professor Mark George

Mark George is a Professional Practice Fellow in the Department of Information Science within the School of Computing at the University of Otago. His primary responsibility involves monitoring technological advancements in software development, web development, distributed system development, and mobile development to ensure that teaching materials remain current and pertinent to the needs of modern ICT professionals. George evaluates the relevance of emerging technologies, acquires practical knowledge of their functionality, and identifies the most effective methods for integrating appropriate innovations into the curriculum. Additionally, he maintains a strong interest in extending the capabilities of mobile systems by incorporating robotics, sensors, and microcontrollers.

George delivers a comprehensive suite of courses central to the information science program, including COMP 101: Foundations of Information Systems, COMP 111: Information and Communications Technology, INFO 201: Developing Information Systems 1, INFO 202: Developing Information Systems 2, and INFO 303: Enterprise Information Systems Infrastructure. His teaching emphasizes hands-on skills aligned with industry standards. In research, George has co-authored publications exploring technology applications in health and education. These include Blank et al. (2019) 'An exploration of smoking-to-vaping transition attempts using a "smart" electronic nicotine delivery system' in Nicotine & Tobacco Research; Blank et al. (2018) 'Real-time vaping recorded by a "smart" e-cigarette during smoking cessation attempts: A feasibility study' in SRNT Proceedings; Blank et al. (2017) 'Smart technology: Insights into smoking and “vaping”' in ANZMAC Proceedings; Regenbrecht et al. (2014) 'Field test of a questionnaire-based mobile health reporting system' in OzCHI Proceedings; and Purvis et al. (2005) 'Experiences with pair and tri programming in a second level course' in KES Lecture Notes. These contributions reflect his engagement with smart device usage for behavioral insights and collaborative software practices. He is located in Room 3.32, Otago Business School, Dunedin.