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Medeiros, Rodrigo Pessoa; Ramalho, Geber Lisboa; Falcão, Taciana Pontual – IEEE Transactions on Education, 2019
Contribution: This paper adds to the results of previous systematic literature reviews by addressing a more contemporary context of introductory programming. It proposes a categorization of introductory programming challenges, and highlights key issues for a research roadmap on introductory programming learning and teaching in higher education.…
Descriptors: Introductory Courses, Programming, Computer Science Education, Higher Education
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Sung, K.; Hillyard, C.; Angotti, R. L.; Panitz, M. W.; Goldstein, D. S.; Nordlinger, J. – IEEE Transactions on Education, 2011
Despite the proven success of using computer video games as a context for teaching introductory programming (CS1/2) courses, barriers including the lack of adoptable materials, required background expertise (in graphics/games), and institutional acceptance still prevent interested faculty members from experimenting with this approach. Game-themed…
Descriptors: Computers, Video Games, Introductory Courses, Programming
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Shih, Chien-Chou; Hwang, Lain-Jinn – IEEE Transactions on Education, 2011
The need for professional programmers in embedded applications has become critical for industry growth. This need has increased the popularity of embedded software design courses, which are resource-intensive and space-limited in traditional real lab-based instruction. To overcome geographic and time barriers in enhancing practical skills that…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Computer Software, Computer Assisted Instruction, Course Evaluation