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Titterton, Nathaniel; Lewis, Colleen M.; Clancy, Michael J. – Computer Science Education, 2010
Lab-centric instruction emphasizes supervised, hands-on activities by substituting lab for lecture time. It combines a multitude of pedagogical techniques into the format of an extended, structured closed lab. We discuss the range of benefits for students, including increased staff interaction, frequent and varied self-assessments, integrated…
Descriptors: Learning Activities, Computer Assisted Instruction, Mathematics Instruction, Lecture Method
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Dahlberg, Teresa; Barnes, Tiffany; Buch, Kim; Bean, Karen – Computer Science Education, 2010
This article describes a computer science course that uses service learning as a vehicle to accomplish a range of pedagogical and BPC (broadening participation in computing) goals: (1) to attract a diverse group of students and engage them in outreach to younger students to help build a diverse computer science pipeline, (2) to develop leadership…
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Service Learning, Science Curriculum, Outreach Programs