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A Dynamic Intranet-Based Online-Portal Support for Computer Science Teaching
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Iyer, Viswanathan K. – Education and Information Technologies, 2017
This paper addresses the issue of effective content-delivery of Computer Science subjects taking advantage of a university intranet. The proposal described herein for teaching a subject like Combinatorics and Graph Theory (CGT) is to supplement lectures with a moderated online forum against an associated intranet portal, which is referred to as a…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Science Education, Universities, Mathematical Concepts
Unifying Heterogeneous E-Learning Modalities in a Single Platform: CADI, a Case Study
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Cabrera-Lozoya, Andres; Cerdan, Fernando; Cano, Maria-Dolores; Garcia-Sanchez, Diego; Lujan, Sergio – Computers & Education, 2012
Current e-learning forms are commonly based on improving the learning process through the enhancement of certain skills in students, such as collaborative, competitive or problem-based learning. However, it seems that there is still no e-learning "formula" that gathers the implementation of a number of more generic educational principles in a…
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Educational Principles, Learning Modalities, Problem Based Learning
Making Advanced Computer Science Topics More Accessible through Interactive Technologies
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Shao, Kun; Maher, Peter – Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 2012
Purpose: Teaching advanced technical concepts in a computer science program to students of different technical backgrounds presents many challenges. The purpose of this paper is to present a detailed experimental pedagogy in teaching advanced computer science topics, such as computer networking, telecommunications and data structures using…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Active Learning, Telecommunications, Computer Networks
Using the Internet to Study the Internet: An Active Learning Component.
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Kohut, Dave; Sternberg, Joel – Research Strategies, 1995
Describes the Internet component of an undergraduate course at St. Xavier University (Illinois) in which a librarian helps mass communications students survey state-of-the-art technologies and predict future possibilities. Active learning techniques are discussed and examples of class exercises and the final assignment are included. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Assignments, Communications, Computer Assisted Instruction
Log on to the Future: One School's Success Story.
Hovenic, Ginger – 1997
This paper describes Clear View Elementary School's (California) successful experience with integrating technology into the curriculum. Since its inception seven years ago, the school has acquired 250 computers, networked them all on two central file servers, and computerized the library and trained all staff members to be proficient facilitators…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education
Interaction and Collaboration via Computer Conferencing.
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Murphy, Karen L.; Drabier, Renee; Epps, Mary Lu – 1998
This study examined interaction and communication patterns among students (n=9) and with the instructor in a graduate course offered at a distance using the FirstClass computer conferencing (CC) software. Specifically, the following questions were addressed: (1) What are similarities and differences in interaction and collaboration between CC and…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication