Biography and expertise
Natalie Freed explores intersections of craft and technology, investigating ways to open new pathways into computational and mathematical ideas. To this end, she designs creative learning tools that invite people to blend different modalities and practices: digital and tactile; painting and programming; planning and improvisation; invention and repair.
Natalie has worked as an educator, as an exhibit designer, and as a software developer. She has designed and led workshops on creative coding, algorithmic textile design, the mathematics of bookbinding, internet-connected artist books, and other integrations of technology learning and the creative arts. Natalie holds a PhD in STEM Education from the University of Texas Austin, a M.S. in Media Arts and Sciences from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and a M.S. and B.S. in Computer Science from Arizona State University.
Natalie has worked as an educator, as an exhibit designer, and as a software developer. She has designed and led workshops on creative coding, algorithmic textile design, the mathematics of bookbinding, internet-connected artist books, and other integrations of technology learning and the creative arts. Natalie holds a PhD in STEM Education from the University of Texas Austin, a M.S. in Media Arts and Sciences from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and a M.S. and B.S. in Computer Science from Arizona State University.
Education
Doctorate Degree
PhD in Science Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education
University of Texas at Austin, 2025
Master's Degree
MS in Media Arts and Sciences
Massachusetts Institute of Tech, 2012
Master's Degree
MS in Computer Science
Arizona State University, 2010
Bachelor's Degree
BS in Computer Science
Arizona State University, 2009