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Enhancing Programming Learning Performance through a Jigsaw Collaborative Learning Method in a Metaverse Virtual Space
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Chih-Ming Chen; Ming-Yan Huang – International Journal of STEM Education, 2024
Background: Computational thinking (CT) is crucial to fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Many elementary schools have been cultivating students' CT through block-based programming languages such as Scratch using traditional teacher-centered teaching methods. However, the approach excessively relies on teacher lectures, so the…
Descriptors: Computation, Thinking Skills, Programming, Learning Processes
The Impact of AI-Assisted Pair Programming on Student Motivation, Programming Anxiety, Collaborative Learning, and Programming Performance: A Comparative Study with Traditional Pair Programming and Individual Approaches
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Guangrui Fan; Dandan Liu; Rui Zhang; Lihu Pan – International Journal of STEM Education, 2025
Purpose: This study investigates the impact of AI-assisted pair programming on undergraduate students' intrinsic motivation, programming anxiety, and performance, relative to both human-human pair programming and individual programming approaches. Methods: A quasi-experimental design was conducted over two academic years (2023-2024) with 234…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Software, Technology Uses in Education, Programming
Trends and Research Foci of Robotics-Based STEM Education: A Systematic Review from Diverse Angles Based on the Technology-Based Learning Model
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Darmawansah, Darmawansah; Hwang, Gwo-Jen; Chen, Mei-Rong Alice; Liang, Jia-Cing – International Journal of STEM Education, 2023
Fostering students' competence in applying interdisciplinary knowledge to solve problems has been recognized as an important and challenging issue globally. This is why STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) education has been emphasized at all levels in schools. Meanwhile, the use of robotics has played an important role in STEM…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Robotics, Elementary Secondary Education, Educational Research
Precision Education via Timely Intervention in K-12 Computer Programming Course to Enhance Programming Skill and Affective-Domain Learning Objectives
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Lee, Hsin-Yu; Lin, Chia-Ju; Wang, Wei-Sheng; Chang, Wei-Cyun; Huang, Yueh-Min – International Journal of STEM Education, 2023
In the realm of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematic (STEM) education, computer programming stands as a vital discipline, amalgamating cross-disciplinary knowledge and fostering the capacity to solve real-world problems via fundamental concepts and logical methodologies inherent to computer science. Recognizing the important of…
Descriptors: Intervention, Elementary Secondary Education, Programming, Skill Development
The Effect of Embedded Structures on Cognitive Load for Novice Learners during Block-Based Code Comprehension
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Hao, Xiaoxin; Xu, Zhiyi; Guo, Mingyue; Hu, Yuzheng; Geng, Fengji – International Journal of STEM Education, 2023
Background: Coding has become an integral part of STEM education. However, novice learners face difficulties in processing codes within embedded structures (also termed nested structures). This study aimed to investigate the cognitive mechanism underlying the processing of embedded coding structures based on hierarchical complexity theory, which…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Difficulty Level, Programming, Computer Science Education
Comparing Learners' Knowledge, Behaviors, and Attitudes between Two Instructional Modes of Computer Programming in Secondary Education
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Sun, Dan; Ouyang, Fan; Li, Yan; Zhu, Caifeng – International Journal of STEM Education, 2021
Background: Unplugged programming is proved to be an effective means to foster the learner-centered programming learning. In addition to the final tests, learners' programming knowledge, skills, and capacities are primarily demonstrated throughout the programming process, particularly in the situation when they encounter challenges and problems.…
Descriptors: Programming, Secondary School Students, Secondary School Teachers, Knowledge Level