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The following announcement is from [ACE Lab]. Please contact them directly if you have any questions.
Hi Trojans!
Ever wondered how creative you really are as a coder? Here’s your chance to find out—and get rewarded!
I’m Athena Saghi, a PhD student at the ACE Lab, USC. We’re running an on-campus study about creativity in programming, and we need Python programmers like you.
Why join?
- See Your Creative Process in Action: Try programming while we use EEG tech to measure your thinking—an experience most students never get!
- Get Your Creativity Score: Receive feedback about your coding and creative problem-solving style.
- Practice Thinking Aloud: Develop a valuable skill for coding interviews and challenges.
- Get Rewarded: Enjoy a $15 Amazon gift card as a thank-you for your time.💲
What’s involved?
- 5-minute online survey
- In-person creativity and coding tasks
- EEG session while solving programming problems
Who can join?
- Comfortable with Python
- No cognitive disorders (including ADHD)
- Participation is voluntary and confidential—this will not affect your grades or academic standing.
Ready to discover your creative edge? Sign up here.
Questions? Contact: saghi@usc.edu
