Impact of a New Teaching and Learning Approach in an Introductory Programming Course

2017 ◽  
Vol 55 (6) ◽  
pp. 789-819 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sohail Iqbal Malik ◽  
Jo Coldwell-Neilson
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Dropout Rates ◽  
Success Rates ◽  
Final Exam ◽  
Introductory Programming ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Course Materials ◽  
Didactic Triangle ◽  
The Impact

High failure and dropout rates are reported in introductory programming (IP) courses in different studies despite extensive research attempting to address the issue. In this study, we introduced an ADRI (Approach, Deployment, Result, Improvement) approach in the teaching and learning process of an IP course to improve learning and success rates. All three entities of the didactic triangle (student, instructor, and content) were involved in the research to better understand and execute the proposed approach. The IP course materials were redesigned based on the ADRI approach, and an editor was developed to promote the new approach and encourage students to complete the various stages required in the approach. Two surveys were conducted, and final exam grades over four semesters were compared with determine the impact of including the ADRI approach in the course. We concluded that the ADRI approach provides a positive impact on outcomes that the students achieved during the course. It engages students in practicing their programming skills and provides a new presentation style for examples and exercises which discourages students from taking programming shortcuts. It not only helps to reduce the failure and, significantly, the dropout rates from the IP course but also impacts positively on all students who passed the IP course.

scholarly journals On the Efficacy of Open Educational Resources

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Huimei Delgado ◽  
Michael Delgado ◽  
John Hilton III
Keyword(s):  
Positive Impact ◽  
Open Educational Resources ◽  
Educational Resources ◽  
Exam Performance ◽  
Pell Grant ◽  
Large Sample Size ◽  
Educational Materials ◽  
Final Exam ◽  
And Control ◽  
The Impact

Open educational resources (OER), which are free and openly licensed educational materials, have been a widely discussed topic in response to high textbook costs, the need for more pedagogical flexibility, and inequality in access to educational materials. In this study we examine the efficacy of OER through a quantitative analysis of the impact of OER on student final exam performance in a large calculus course. Our dataset affords us a relatively large sample size, allows us to classify students in both treatment and control groups, and includes a variety of covariates that allow us to control for multiple correlated factors. We estimate causal treatment effects using several econometric approaches. Our study adds the following insights into the research on OER efficacy: (i) OER materials do not, in general, lead to any significant change in student final exam performance; and (ii) OER materials have a significantly positive impact on both international students and Pell Grant eligible students.

scholarly journals Facebook as a Formal Instructional Environment in Facilitating L2 Writing: Impacts and Challenges

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 41
Author(s):  
Zahangir Alam
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Digital Natives ◽  
Academic Life ◽  
Instructional Environment ◽  
Esl Writing ◽  
Writing Practices ◽  
The Social ◽  
Esl Learners ◽  
The Impact

In this century most of the ESL learners can be considered as digital natives due to the excessive urge and availability of technology. There are hardly any learners who aren’t exposed to any means of social network in their personal life. In use, Facebook is seen to outbalance the rest of the social networks due to its convenience and easy going approach. However, little is known about how Facebook assists learners and teachers to approach for teaching and learning ESL writing though it is found that this form of social media helps learners to socialize in their personal and academic life. Hence, this paper describes the impact and challenges of including Facebook as a formal environment in facilitating this productive skill. Results of this study indicate that using Facebook for the said purpose has had a positive impact on students’ writing practices though some challenges and suggestions for future implementation were reported.

scholarly journals Do text discussions improve the academic skills of students of HE? Andorra University case.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helena Prieto Sanz
Keyword(s):  
Text Comprehension ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Peer Interactions ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Core Competency ◽  
Academic Skills ◽  
Dialogic Reading ◽  
Student Groups ◽  
The Impact

Reading is a core competency in learning processes of higher education as a tool for accessing discipline-specific knowledge. The aim of this case study is to analyse the impact of text group discussions on the academic skills of students at the Universitat d’Andorra (UdA). Qualitative techniques -non-participant observation, interviews and discussion groups- were applied to UdA students and faculty. Five student groups belonging to the Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (BTL), Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) and Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) were studied. After processing the data with Atlas.ti, the first results were obtained. Evidences of a positive impact on the academic skills are identified. Firstly, both students and faculty indicated an improvement of the text comprehension mainly because of the peer interactions. Improvement of the critical and analitycal attitude, the own speech as well as the metacognitive learning are also highlighted as areas on which dialogic reading has positive impact.

scholarly journals Efektivitas Penggunaan Aplikasi Daring, Video Conference Dan Sosial Media Pada Mata Kuliah Komputer Grafis 1 Di Masa Pandemi Covid-19

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul Haris Rustaman
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Final Exam ◽  
Visual Communication Design ◽  
Lecture Material ◽  
Learning Patterns ◽  
Design Program ◽  
Learning Development ◽  
Level Of Understanding ◽  
The Impact

Covid-19 the Impact of  application learning patterns in the world of education. This also occurs in the computer graphics 1 corses of Visual Communication Design Program, Trilogi University Jakarta. The process of delivering lecture material switches from offline to perfectly digital online by utilizing educational-based applications by Edmodo, Google Meet, and Instagram as supporters to display the final Exam. The purpose of this study was to determine the level of understanding of students in using the application. The research method used is qualitative by looking at the highest percentage of respondents (students) who use the application. The results of this study are expected to be a benchmark or input in the teaching and learning development process in the coming semester program.

Re-Envisioning and Restructuring E-Learning Through Engagement With Underprivileged Communities

2021 ◽  
pp. 66-87
Author(s):  
Nomvula J. Ndhlovu ◽  
Leila Goosen
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Theoretical Frameworks ◽  
Development Agenda ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
E Learning ◽  
The Impact

The purpose of this study was answering questions regarding the impact of effectively using information and communication technologies (ICTs) in classrooms on re-envisioning and restructuring e-learning through engagement with schools in underprivileged communities. Its importance is justified regarding positioning disrupted pupils' education towards the development agenda in South Africa. It draws on the latest findings and is located within relevant conceptual/theoretical frameworks on ICTs for teaching and learning. In quantitative aspects of the research design, issues of reliability and validity were considered, while in qualitative aspects, issues of dependability and interpretation were important. Results presented showed that laptops, smartboards, projectors, cell phones, desktops, printers, and iPads were used effectively in classrooms. A discussion of the results suggests solutions and making recommendations that are applicable and useful. In conclusion, ICTs had a positive impact on pupils' education, by helping them to concentrate and understand difficult concepts.

DAMPAK SISTEM PEMBELAJARAN DARING TERHADAP KEGIATAN BELAJAR MENGAJAR PADA MASA PANDEMI COVID 19 DI SDN 3 SRIMINOSARI

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 189-206
Author(s):  
Nurul Hidayah
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Qualitative Method ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Financial Conditions ◽  
Teachers And Parents ◽  
Internet Networks ◽  
The Impact

This article aims to describe the impact of teaching and learning activities using an online learning system during the Covid 19 pandemic at SDN 3 Sriminosari, Labuhan Maringgai District. This research uses descriptive qualitative method, data collection is done by interview, documentation and observation. The results showed that the impact of teaching and learning activities with the online learning system during the Covid 19 period led to increased parental concern for children in accompanying learning activities and breaking new clusters of the spread of Covid 19, but this was not matched by good children's learning outcomes this was due to not all teachers and parents of students are able to operate technology, weak internet networks, unstable public financial conditions, no moral guidance from teachers, and the material presented is very unattractive to students. The expected positive impact of this article as a media of information requires that it is necessary to be prepared to implement an online learning system by paying attention to supporting facilities and infrastructure; and socialization of applications used in learning activities so that all users can use them well.

School Leadership of a One-to-One Laptop Initiative

2019 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 356-374 ◽  
Author(s):  
Natalie B. Milman
Keyword(s):  
School Leadership ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
School Leaders ◽  
The United States ◽  
Laptop Initiative ◽  
Limited Bandwidth ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
One To One ◽  
The Impact

This qualitative case study examined school leaders’ roles, perceptions, and challenges leading a one-to-one (1:1) laptop initiative in a coeducational, independent middle, and high school in the United States. The findings revealed how the school leaders led the school’s 1:1 laptop initiative through collaborative, yet differentiated roles and responsibilities. Together, they established the school’s vision, planned and implemented the initiative, supported teachers and students, reflected on their practice, and made changes as needed. Generally, the school leaders regarded the 1:1 laptop initiative as having a positive impact on teaching and learning by increasing student collaboration and access to information, as well as fostering teachers’ reconceptualization of their practice. However, the impact on student achievement was inconclusive; they explained it was too early to gauge its impact. Challenges the school leaders experienced involved limited bandwidth, printing problems and students’ off-task behaviors. They addressed them as they would any nontechnology challenge through problem-solving, shared decision-making, and fidelity to the school’s mission and goals.

scholarly journals THE IMPACT OF WHATSAPP TOWARD UAD UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS’ BEHAVIOR IN LEARNING PROCESS

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 55
Author(s):  
Umar Rahaded ◽  
Erna Puspitasari ◽  
Dian Hidayati
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Student Behavior ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
The Impact

WhatsApp is one of the social media that is used to communicate in the learning process. At present, students cannot be separated from their daily activities away from this social media. This opportunity can be utilized as well as possible by the students. This research was conducted to find out of using WhatsApp toward undergraduate students’ behavior in the teaching and learning process. This study was descriptive qualitative research. The data were analyzed using descriptive analysis technique. The data were collected using interviews, observation, and documentation. The aim of this study to analyze the impact of WhatsApp toward undergraduate students’ behavior and to analyze students’ behavior in their learning process. The result of this research showed that are a positive impact on student behavior as it affects the learning process as, students’ sharing knowledge, student preparation for class, attention, student participation in class, student learning, desires to take additional classes or in subject matter and the negative impact such as, students are more focused.

scholarly journals The impact of information and communication technologies (ICTs) on academic performance of medical students: an exploratory study

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 904
Author(s):  
Shakeel Ahmad Mir ◽  
Danish Shakeel
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Negative Correlation ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Smart Phone ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Impact

Background: Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has a potential to improve teaching and learning process. There are conflicting reports on the effect of ICT on student`s outcome. Though there is an early indication of positive impact, but the technology has a potential to have a detrimental effect. The present study was taken up to explore the effects of ICT on medical student’s academic performance.Methods: All the second professional students were given the questionnaire. Only 75 students had filled up the questionnaires completely.Results: The study population consisted of 48.00% males and 52.00% females. 97.33% students had smart phones, 44.00% had a laptop too. 10.66% students got less than 50% marks in the second professional examination, 14.66% got 50-59% marks, 62.66% got 60-69% marks and 12.00% got 70% or more marks. A low negative correlation was found between academic performance and possession of a smart phone (r= -0.062), and between academic performance and possession of a laptop (r= -0.029). A moderate negative correlation was found between academic performance and the time spent on a smart phone or laptop (r = -0.309). The correlations between academic performance and gender, and academic performance and the time spent on mobile phones or laptops were found statistically significant (p=0.000 and 0.007 respectively).Conclusions: Though ICT has capabilities of improving student`s academic performance, but it has a potential to have a negative effect if not used rationally. There is a vital need to sensitize the students about the potential academic risks associated with improper use of ICT. Students should be assisted and guided on how to use it judiciously.

scholarly journals Promoting Algorithmic Thinking in an Introductory Programming Course

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (01) ◽  
pp. 84 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sohail Iqbal Malik ◽  
Mohanaad Shakir ◽  
Abdalla Eldow ◽  
Mohammed Waseem Ashfaque
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Problem Statement ◽  
Introductory Programming ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Course Materials ◽  
Teaching Curriculum ◽  
Problem Solving Strategies ◽  
Difficult Area ◽  
Programming Knowledge ◽  
Algorithmic Thinking

Computer programming is considered as a difficult area of study for novices. One of the reasons is the main focus of the curriculum presented in an introductory programming (IP) course which emphasizes more on the programming knowledge (syntax and semantic) of the programming language. This study introduced a new teaching curriculum in the IP course which focuses on different skills required by the novices. We compared the IP course materials based on the traditional and new approaches against five categories. The result shows that the new approach encourages both the programming knowledge and problem solving strategies, and promotes deep learning. Furthermore, it discourages programming shortcut (Problem statement → Code), and support three-step approach (Problem statement → Solution Plans → Code) in solving a problem statement. The new approach also promotes algorithmic thinking in the IP course by paying equal attention on the problem solving strategies.

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