There is increasing interest in computer science and computing bachelor programs due to the growing importance of technology in the globalized world. Thus, as higher education institutions strive to serve a diverse student demographic, it is salient to gauge their programming abilities to improve guidance on learning processes regarding their…

Examines the effects of high school performance, high school and university mathematics background, previous computer experience, and age on computer science aptitude and achievement as measured by a computer science aptitude test and final exam respectively. Methodology and analysis of results by stepwise regression are presented. (EAO)

Researchers tested students in five areas believed to be related to success in computer science and then correlated these with age, sex, year in college, hours employed, previous computer experience, and estimated high school and college performance. (JM)

Explains a model that exploratory research indicates would be of practical value as an aid in counseling students entering introductory computing. (Author/JM)

The Computer Aptitude, Literacy, and Interest Profile (CALIP) is a standardized test battery with six subtests designed to assess computer-related abilities of individuals between 12 and 60 years old. The CALIP was developed to assess computer-related aptitudes of younger or inexperienced populations, including talented minority persons and…

Research findings indicate a strong relationship between computer science aptitude and general achievement and mathematical achievement among junior high students (N=69). No significant difference was found in computer science aptitude test scores for males and females. (IAH)