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Xue Ran; Zhigang Li; Yalin Yang – SAGE Open, 2025
Against the backdrop of the deep integration of chatbots into education, this study, based on Self-Determination Theory (SDT) and the UTAUT model, constructed a model of factors influencing college students' self-directed learning ability in programming. Through a review of existing literature, six key determinants were identified: learning…
Descriptors: Programming, College Students, Independent Study, Artificial Intelligence
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Sayginer, Senol; Tüzün, Hakan – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2023
Background: Studies on the effectiveness of block-based environments continue to produce inconsistent results. A strong reason for this is that most studies compare environments that are not equivalent to each other or to the level of learners. Moreover, studies that present evidence of the effectiveness of block-based environments by comparing…
Descriptors: Programming, Academic Achievement, Logical Thinking, Thinking Skills
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Cynthia Pinheiro Santiago; Antonio Rodrigo dos Santos Silva; José Wally Mendonça Menezes; Francisco José Alves de Aquino – Informatics in Education, 2025
The introductory programming disciplines, which include the teaching of algorithms and computational logic, have high failure and dropout rates. Developing Computational Thinking in students can contribute to learning programming fundamentals by building algorithmic and problem-solving skills. However, keeping students engaged in training such…
Descriptors: Gamification, Self Determination, Computation, Thinking Skills
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Kaur, Amanpreet; Chahal, Kuljit Kaur – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2023
Computational thinking (CT) is an essential skill required for every individual in the digital era to become creative problem solvers. The purpose of this research is to investigate the relationships between computational thinking skills, the Big Five personality factors, and learning motivation using structural equation modeling (SEM). The…
Descriptors: Personality, Learning Motivation, Computation, Thinking Skills
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Chun-Ying Chen – ACM Transactions on Computing Education, 2025
This study examined the effects of worked examples with different explanation types and novices' motivation on cognitive load, and how this subsequently influenced their programming problem-solving performance. Given the study's emphasis on both instructional approaches and learner motivation, the Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning served as…
Descriptors: Models, Learning Motivation, Cognitive Processes, Difficulty Level
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Xuanyan Zhong; Zehui Zhan – Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 2025
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to develop an intelligent tutoring system (ITS) for programming learning based on information tutoring feedback (ITF) to provide real-time guidance and feedback to self-directed learners during programming problem-solving and to improve learners' computational thinking. Design/methodology/approach: By…
Descriptors: Intelligent Tutoring Systems, Computer Science Education, Programming, Independent Study
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Ankora, Carlos; Bolatimi, Stephen Oladagba; Bensah, Lily; Mahama, Francois; Kuadey, Noble Arden; Adu, Adolph Sedem Yaw; Adjei, Laurene – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 2023
Background: The degree to which Computer Science (CS) and Information Communication Technology (ICT) students are motivated to learn greatly impacts their study habits, academic achievement in school and ultimately their job prospects. In recent times, skills in programming languages have become vital in searching for employment. Objective: This…
Descriptors: College Students, Student Motivation, Course Selection (Students), Programming Languages
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Lin, Fang-Li; Lin, Horng-Horng; Chang, Shing-Lin – IEEE Transactions on Education, 2023
There were few papers for interdisciplinary integration of Scratch programming, English learning, and local cultures as far as the digital animated E-book creation of elementary schools was concerned. This article proposes an interdisciplinary innovative teaching mode, with college students as teachers, Scratch programming and English learning as…
Descriptors: Programming, English (Second Language), Second Language Instruction, Interdisciplinary Approach
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Samuel Boguslawski; Rowan Deer; Mark G. Dawson – Information and Learning Sciences, 2025
Purpose: Programming education is being rapidly transformed by generative AI tools and educators must determine how best to support students in this context. This study aims to explore the experiences of programming educators and students to inform future education provision. Design/methodology/approach: Twelve students and six members of faculty…
Descriptors: Programming, Computer Science Education, Personal Autonomy, Learning Motivation
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Yang, Ya-Fei; Lee, Chien-I; Chang, Chih-Kai – Education for Information, 2016
Collaborative learning is an activity in which two or more students learn something together. Many studies have found that collaborative learning improve students' memory retention and motivation to learn. Peer Instruction (PI) is one of the most successful evidence-based collaborative learning methods. This article investigates issues of student…
Descriptors: Learning Motivation, Retention (Psychology), Computer Science Education, Programming
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Huang, David Wenhao; Aagard, Hans; Diefes-Dux, Heidi – Association for Educational Communications and Technology, 2004
This article describes the purpose, development, and implementation of a cognitive-based instructional intervention and its impact on learning motivation. The study was conducted in a programming-based problemsolving course for first-year engineering students. The results suggest that the instructional intervention developed based on the…
Descriptors: Learning Motivation, Intervention, Engineering Education, Instructional Design
International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2012
The IADIS CELDA 2012 Conference intention was to address the main issues concerned with evolving learning processes and supporting pedagogies and applications in the digital age. There had been advances in both cognitive psychology and computing that have affected the educational arena. The convergence of these two disciplines is increasing at a…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Persistence, Academic Support Services, Access to Computers