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Are Models Easier to Understand than Code? An Empirical Study on Comprehension of Entity-Relationship (ER) Models vs. Structured Query Language (SQL) Code
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Sanchez, Pablo; Zorrilla, Marta; Duque, Rafael; Nieto-Reyes, Alicia – Computer Science Education, 2011
Models in Software Engineering are considered as abstract representations of software systems. Models highlight relevant details for a certain purpose, whereas irrelevant ones are hidden. Models are supposed to make system comprehension easier by reducing complexity. Therefore, models should play a key role in education, since they would ease the…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computer Software, Programming, Programming Languages
Developing Visualization Support System for Teaching/Learning Database Normalization
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Folorunso, Olusegun; Akinwale, AdioTaofeek – Campus-Wide Information Systems, 2010
Purpose: In tertiary institution, some students find it hard to learn database design theory, in particular, database normalization. The purpose of this paper is to develop a visualization tool to give students an interactive hands-on experience in database normalization process. Design/methodology/approach: The model-view-controller architecture…
Descriptors: Database Design, Student Attitudes, Visualization, Computer System Design
A Realistic Data Warehouse Project: An Integration of Microsoft Access[R] and Microsoft Excel[R] Advanced Features and Skills
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King, Michael A. – Journal of Information Technology Education, 2009
Business intelligence derived from data warehousing and data mining has become one of the most strategic management tools today, providing organizations with long-term competitive advantages. Business school curriculums and popular database textbooks cover data warehousing, but the examples and problem sets typically are small and unrealistic. The…
Descriptors: Strategic Planning, Problem Sets, Corporations, Statistics
ASSISTANT--Computer Consulting System for Choice and Evaluation of Education Technology.
Ganchev, Nelko; And Others – Interactive Learning International, 1992
Discussion of computer systems that help teachers plan and manage the learning process focuses on the development of a computer consulting system, ASSISTANT, which was designed to help teachers choose the most suitable educational technology and evaluate its effectiveness. The organization of the database is explained. (seven references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Managed Instruction, Computer System Design, Database Design, Educational Technology
Evaluating Assessment Using N-Dimensional Filtering.
Dron, Jon; Boyne, Chris; Mitchell, Richard – 2002
This paper describes the use of the CoFIND (Collaborative Filter in N Dimensions) system to evaluate two assessment styles. CoFIND is a resource database that organizes itself around its users' needs. Learners enter resources, categorize, then rate them using "qualities," aspects of resources which learners find worthwhile, the n…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer System Design, Cooperative Learning, Database Design
Alternative Instructional Strategies in an IS Curriculum
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Parker, Kevin R.; LeRouge, Cynthia; Trimmer, Ken – Journal of Information Technology Education, 2005
Systems Analysis and Design is a core component of an education in information systems. To appeal to a wider range of constituents and facilitate the learning process, the content of a traditional Systems Analysis and Design course has been supplemented with an alternative modeling approach. This paper presents an instructional design that…
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Accounting, Models, Student Attitudes