World's Best Scientists 2026 revealed!

D-Index & Metrics

Computer Science

D-Index
33
Citations
9274
World Ranking
12389
National Ranking
190

Research.com Recognitions

  • 2019 - ACM Karl V. Karlstrom Outstanding Educator Award For his pioneering textbooks, software tools and research on learning programming, concurrent programming, program visualisation, logic, programming languages and robotics, spanning four decades and aimed at both novices and advanced students in several sub-fields of computing.
  • 2009 - ACM Distinguished Member

Overview

Mordechai Ben-Ari is affiliated with the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel. Their primary field of research is Computer Science, with a specific focus on Computer Science Applications. Their work notably covers topics related to Teaching and Learning Programming.

Ben-Ari has collaborated with other researchers, including Francesco Mondada. This collaboration has contributed to their engagement in the scientific community and reflects multidisciplinary interaction.

In terms of scholarly output, Ben-Ari has a book published by BiblioBoard Library Catalog (Open Research Library) in 2021. This publication has accumulated a notable number of citations, indicating engagement by the research community.

  • Computer Science
  • Computer Science Applications

  • Teaching and Learning Programming

  • Francesco Mondada

  • BiblioBoard Library Catalog (Open Research Library), 2021 (1 book, 106 citations)

Recognition for Ben-Ari's contributions includes receiving the ACM Karl V. Karlstrom Outstanding Educator Award in 2019. The award citation highlights work in textbooks, software tools, and research on areas such as learning programming, concurrent programming, program visualization, logic, programming languages, and robotics. This work spans multiple decades and addresses both beginner and advanced levels across various subfields of computing.

Additionally, Ben-Ari was named an ACM Distinguished Member in 2009, marking professional recognition within the computing discipline.

Best Publications

  • Constructivism in Computer Science Education

    Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • The temporal logic of branching time

    Mordechai Ben-Ari;Amir Pnueli;Zohar Manna

  • Principles of Concurrent and Distributed Programming

    M. Ben-Ari

  • Learning computer science concepts with Scratch

    Orni Meerbaum-Salant;Michal Armoni;Mordechai (Moti) Ben-Ari

  • Constructivism in computer science education

    Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • Mathematical Logic for Computer Science

    Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • Visualizing programs with Jeliot 3

    Andrés Moreno;Niko Myller;Erkki Sutinen;Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • Principles of the Spin Model Checker

    Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • The temporal logic of branching time

    Mordechai Ben-Ari;Zohar Manna;Amir Pnueli

  • From Scratch to “Real” Programming

    Michal Armoni;Orni Meerbaum-Salant;Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • The Jeliot 2000 program animation system

    Ronit Ben-Bassat Levy;Mordechai Ben-Ari;Pekka A. Uronen

  • Principles of Concurrent Programming

    M. Ben-Ari

  • Habits of programming in scratch

    Orni Meerbaum-Salant;Michal Armoni;Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • A long-term investigation of the comprehension of OOP concepts by novices

    Noa Ragonis;Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • Learning computer science concepts with scratch

    Orni Meerbaum-Salant;Michal Armoni;Mordechai (Moti) Ben-Ari

  • Algorithms for on-the-fly garbage collection

    Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • CS Unplugged and Middle-School Students’ Views, Attitudes, and Intentions Regarding CS

    Rivka Taub;Michal Armoni;Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • Mathematical Logic for Computer Science

    Unknown

  • On understanding the statics and dynamics of object-oriented programs

    Noa Ragonis;Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • Extending the Engagement Taxonomy: Software Visualization and Collaborative Learning

    Niko Myller;Roman Bednarik;Erkki Sutinen;Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • Situated Learning in Computer Science Education

    Mordechai Ben-Ari

  • Deterministic propositional dynamic logic: Finite models, complexity, and completeness☆

    Mordechai Ben-Ari;Joseph Y. Halpern;Amir Pnueli

  • Elements of Robotics

    Mordechai Ben-Ari;Francesco Mondada

Frequent Co-Authors

Francesco Mondada
Francesco Mondada École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Amir Pnueli
Amir Pnueli Weizmann Institute of Science
Erkki Sutinen
Erkki Sutinen University of Turku
Lauri Malmi
Lauri Malmi Aalto University
Joseph Y. Halpern
Joseph Y. Halpern Cornell University
Zohar Manna
Zohar Manna Stanford University
Ehud Shapiro
Ehud Shapiro Weizmann Institute of Science

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Report an issue

We appreciate your kind effort to assist us to improve this page, it would be helpful providing us with as much detail as possible in the text box below:

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

Exploring online study options can open more doors for aspiring computer scientists. Many students start with online associates programs, which provide foundational knowledge and a flexible entry point to the field.

Cost can be a barrier, but affordable online courses make quality education attainable for more learners. Researching schools that fit your budget is crucial when planning your education journey.

Not every student has a perfect academic record, and that’s okay. There are several reputable online colleges that accept low gpa, giving more students the opportunity to pursue a computer science degree and develop valuable tech skills.

Graduates in computer science enjoy diverse career pathways, echoing the versatility of other fields. Just as students may ask, "what can i do with an environmental science degree?", similar questions apply to computer science—ranging from software development to roles in cybersecurity, data analysis, and beyond.

Best Scientists Citing Mordechai Ben-Ari

Trending Scientists

Recently Published Articles