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Direct linkBishop-Clark, Cathy; Courte, Jill; Evans, Donna; Howard, Elizabeth V. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2007
In this investigation, the use of the Alice programming language in an introductory computing class was studied from both a quantitative and qualitative perspective. Students in an introductory computing class participated in a 2.5-week unit to learn programming through the graphical programming environment of Alice. Quantitatively, students were…
Descriptors: Measures (Individuals), Computers, Investigations, Essays
Howard, Elizabeth V. – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 2007
During a research study conducted over four semesters, students enrolled in an introductory programming class at a commuter campus used the pair-programming approach for both in-class labs and out-of-class programming assignments. This study was a comprehensive assessment of pair-programming using multiple measures of both quantitative and…
Descriptors: Programming, Instructional Effectiveness, Instructional Innovation, Problem Based Learning
Bishop-Clark, Cathy; Courte, Jill; Howard, Elizabeth V. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2006
Students in an introductory computing class participated in a study investigating the impact of using a graphics programming environment (Alice) and pair-programming on confidence, enjoyment and achievement. Sixty-four participants completed a short questionnaire and a content pre-test about computer programming concepts. Students were then…
Descriptors: Programming, Group Activities, Participant Satisfaction, Undergraduate Students
