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Luse, Andy; Shadbad, Forough Nasirpouri – Journal of Information Systems Education, 2023
The demand for qualified analytics professionals remains high with forecasts showing a continued need over the next few years. While this demand necessitates instruction in analytics in the classroom, many students find analytics concepts to be complicated and boring. This teaching brief describes a novel approach to teaching analytics through…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Information Security, Learning Activities, Learner Engagement
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Rizk, Nadya; McKenzie, Matt; Samrout, Marya – Teaching Science, 2022
Coding is a process often associated with computers. Nevertheless, coding is a thought process that can be mastered even without a computer. In NSW, primary students are introduced to computational and algorithmic thinking as early as Stage 1. Yet, teaching coding to young students is not always easy for teachers, mostly because the process is…
Descriptors: Programming, Computer Science Education, Computation, Thinking Skills
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Scialdone, Michael J.; Connolly, Amy J. – Journal of Information Systems Education, 2020
Given the ubiquity of interfaces on computing devices, it is essential for future Information Systems (IS) professionals to understand the ramifications of good user interface (UI) design. This article provides instructions on how to efficiently and effectively teach IS students about "fit," a Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) concept,…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Information Systems, Teaching Methods, Computer Interfaces
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Lawrence, Cameron; Olson, Garrett; Douma, Bambi – Information Systems Education Journal, 2015
The widespread use of digital technologies such as smartphones, tablets, and notebook computers expose firms engaged in international business to risks that far exceed what most corporate technology users understand. This case study examines some of the technology-specific vulnerabilities managers face when engaged in international travel and…
Descriptors: Information Security, Computer Security, Global Approach, Travel
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Whisenand, Thomas G.; Dunphy, Steven M. – Journal of Information Systems Education, 2010
The authors suggest using an alternative teaching methodology to impart knowledge regarding information systems phraseology and vocabulary. Specifically, a series of crossword puzzles or scrabbles are used to present information system (IS) terminology to students in an introductory business information systems course. The puzzle terms and answers…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Vocabulary Development, Introductory Courses, Educational Games
Classroom Computer Learning, 1985
Presents a collection of computer teaching activities for the early grades, including instructions for teaching children to start up a computer on their own. Also suggests exploring electronic bulletin boards, using old typewriters to practice typing skills, and using subroutines in computer programs to streamline programs. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Elementary Education, Learning Activities, Programing
Classroom Computer Learning, 1985
Presents a collection of computer-oriented teaching activities for the early grades. They include creating musical tones using Atari PILOT, a simulation of traffic lights, teacher-friendly password protection, drawing the alphabet using Logo, and using the Commodore 64's special character graphics. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Elementary Education, Learning Activities, Programing
Classroom Computer Learning, 1985
Presents four teaching activities suitable for students in early elementary grades. The activities focus on creating a database for student use, a bulletin board which uses a visual diagram of modular programing, a program (with listing) which uses graphics to present a birthday greeting, and a random number program. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Databases, Elementary Education, Learning Activities
Classroom Computer Learning, 1986
Presents computer-oriented activities which (although requiring a certain level of computer expertise) can be easily adapted for students in any grade. They include creating Pascal limericks, a day of the week calculation worksheet, two LOGO activities (including one used to introduce the building block approach to LOGO programming). (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Activities, Programing
Slesnick, Twila – Classroom Computer Learning, 1984
Presents various programing activities using the BASIC and LOGO programing languages. Activities are included in separate sections with a title indicating the nature of the activities and the "tools" (commands) needed. For example, "Old-fashioned drawing" requires several tools (PRINT, LIST, RUN, GOTO) to make drawings using…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Intermediate Grades, Junior High Schools, Learning Activities
McCarley, Barbara – Classroom Computer Learning, 1984
Giving students their own disks to use as they please can inspire them to develop new programming skills and original approaches to using the computer. Offers suggestions on preparing disks for individual student use and making such disks a personal item. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Activities, Programing
Classroom Computer Learning, 1985
Presents a collection of teaching activities suitable for students in the upper grades. These activities focus on practical programming projects, use of word processors for learning a foreign language, an Atari program for making a starburst, and a program (with deliberate errors) to determine the thickness of folded paper. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Intermediate Grades, Learning Activities, Programing
Classroom Computer Learning, 1986
Presents computer-oriented activities which (although requiring a certain level of computer expertise) can be easily adapted for students in any grade. They include making greeting cards, rotating figures (while creating interesting designs and learning key geometric concepts), and examining LOGO procedures that will build a database. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Activities, Microcomputers
Classroom Computer Learning, 1985
Presents four activities suitable for upper elementary and middle/junior high school students. These activities focus on: (1) a customized spelling program; (2) designing fashions; (3) a student-generated form letter to parents; and (4) computer debates. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Intermediate Grades, Junior High Schools, Learning Activities
Neu, Pat – Classroom Computer Learning, 1985
Eight computer-oriented teaching activities are presented. Although all require some computer expertise, they can be easily adapted for students in any grade. Included are various programs using LOGO (drawing insects, fruits, and stars), a LOGO speller, a computer club activities, and others. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Activities
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