Alan Willsky, a prominent figure in the field of engineering education, is a Professor at MIT. He has an impressive educational background, having earned degrees in electrical engineering, mathematics, and statistics from various prestigious universities. Dr. Willsky has pursued research in different areas, including dynamic systems and signal processing, and has published numerous articles and books on the same. He has also been involved in the development of computer-based learning systems, further promoting engineering education. Dr. Willsky is revered for his contributions to the field, having been honored with various awards throughout his career, including being elected to the National Academy of Engineering.