A learning objects approach to teaching programming

Adamchik, Victor; Gunawardena, Ananda

doi:10.1109/itcc.2003.1197507

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“…Some researchers stated that using animations gives an exact and rich representation for some topics that are very hard to comprehend from text-based information (Falvo, 2008;Rotbain, Marbach, & Stavy, 2008). Several researchers concluded that the use of learning objects contributes significantly to the teaching-learning process of programming (Adamchik & Gunawardena, 2003;Begosso, Begosso, L., Begosso, Ribeiro, & Martins, 2015;Narasimhamurthy & Shawkani, 2009). Halverson, Wolfenstein, Williams, and Rockman (2009) described how the design of digital learning objects can spark professional learning.…”

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“…The interactive learning objects are appreciated by many instructors in search of new methods and supports for novice programming students (Matthiasdottir, 2006). Several studies showed that the use of learning objects contributes significantly to the improvement of computer science teaching-learning process (Adamchik & Gunawardena, 2003;Andreza & Magalhães, 2019;Begosso et al, 2015;Cavus & Ibrahim, 2004; Jaimez-González, García-Mendoza, Luna-Ramírez, Nápoles-Duarte, & Vargas-Vargas, 2018; Luna-Ramírez & Jaimez-González, 2014; Narasimhamurthy & Shawkani, 2009;Tapoli & Mikropoulos, 2019;Villalobos & Jiménez, 2009).…”

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Use of Learning Objects for Computer Programming-Based Problem Solving

Basuhail

2020

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This paper presents an approach to implement learning objects for teaching and learning problem-solving techniques based on computer programming. The demonstrated approach exploits computer-based interactive animations and computer graphics. The main feature of this approach is its simplicity for exploring the concepts and structures of the programming that are used to implement a solution for a problem under consideration. The developed learning objects feature the possibility of reusability and adaptability in e-learning settings. Moreover, the learning objects can be utilized as a hands-on experience for the learners of a certain subject matter. The approach applied for the design and implementation of the learning objects for computer programming-based problem solving can be extended to other disciplines of science and technology. As a demonstration of the proposed methodology, we showed an application that utilizes the approach to implement a learning object for solving a well-known statistics and probability problem.

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Use of Learning Objects for Computer Programming-Based Problem Solving

Basuhail

2020

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“…In addition to changes in language selection and use of visual environments, other approaches tied into pedagogy of teaching programing concepts are being explored. The use of Learning Objects (LO) are increasingly being explored which involves the creation of many exploratory and full scale learning tools [1,9]. Many LOs include aspects of animation, annotation, examples and visualization as a modularized component, which can often be integrated or developed for use in a Learning Management system [3].…”

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Assessing the Usability of a Novel System for Programming Education

Vincenti,

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Braman

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The authors present the results of a simple usability test performed on line explorer, an innovative tool aimed at letting students explore programming. The system offers an interactive environment where students can learn, review, and practice programming independently or through step-by-step instruction. Students in Information Technology, Computer Science, and Information Systems were surveyed. The findings show that students have interest in this tool, whereas some groups find this tool more interesting and useful. The findings will help refine the user interface for the next phase of testing which include changes for simplicity, usability and expanded topic content. Overall the survey on line explorer in its current design phase seem more useful for IT and CS majors, however significant changes are still needed.

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“…Pukkhem and Vatanawood [14] establishes that learning objects can be educational components presented in any format. Gunawardena and Adamchik [15] defines a LO as an integrated module containing core text, code examples, review questions, supplementary material, and programming labs.…”

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“…In this day and age, a person's ability to create and consolidate the knowledge required to do so is more important than ever, rather than just accumulating knowledge. This allows the development of skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, decision-making and technological understanding [15].…”

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Using learning styles in learning objects: a case study in a colombian public university

Pérez-Gutiérrez

2014

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Background: computer-programming courses aren’t easy to study. Some authors have studied the difficulties in learning programming to support developing learning materials for basic programming courses. In Colombia there is an approach to teaching programming using an active learning approach (Interactive Learning Objects – ILOs) as one of the components that reinforce their pedagogical model, by supporting the generation of high-level programming skills. Objective: we want to explore the possibilities of using Learning Styles and Team Learning to increase the learning levels of Computer Programming students. Methods: this study was applied outside of the classroom in order to encourage autonomous learning. To do this we’ll pick a sample and apply a series of comparative tests between research groups. Results: the objective was met by effectively showing that providing content based LS and team-based leaning can improve a student’s performance. The intervention group grades were better than those of the comparison group though they should be analyzed further to get a more accurate conclusion. Conclusion: This study will give us the chance to see whether the strategy can be applied to the Francisco de Paula Santander University students.Keywords: Active learning, informal learning, learning objects, learning styles, team-based learning Resumen Antecedentes: la programación de computadores es un tema difícil de aprender. Algunos autores han estudiado las dificultades en el aprendizaje de la programación para soportar el desarrollo de materiales de aprendizaje para los cursos básicos de programación. En Colombia hay un enfoque para enseñar programación usando aprendizaje activo (Objetos Interactivos de Aprendizaje) como uno de los componentes que refuerzan el modelo pedagógico, al apoyar la generación de habilidades de programación de alto nivel. Objetivo: se busca explorar las posibilidades al utilizar Estilos de Aprendizaje y Aprendizaje en Equipo para mejorar en los estudiantes los niveles de aprendizaje de programación. Métodos: este estudio se aplicó fuera del salón de clase para fomentar el aprendizaje autónomo. Para esto se seleccionó una muestra y se aplicaron una serie de pruebas comparativas entre los grupos de investigación. Resultados: el objetivo se cumplió al mostrar que efectivamente que esta estrategia puede mejorar el desempeño de un estudiante. Las calificaciones del grupo de intervención fueron mejores que las del grupo de comparación, sin embargo, estos resultados deben analizarse a profundidad para obtener una conclusión para exacta. Conclusión: este estudio nos dará la oportunidad de revisar si esta estrategia puede aplicarse a los estudiantes de la Universidad Francisco de Paula Santander.Palabras clave: Aprendizaje activo, aprendizaje basado en equipos, aprendizaje informal, estilos de aprendizaje, objetos de aprendizaje.

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A learning objects approach to teaching programming

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Cited by 13 publications

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Use of Learning Objects for Computer Programming-Based Problem Solving

Use of Learning Objects for Computer Programming-Based Problem Solving

Assessing the Usability of a Novel System for Programming Education

Using learning styles in learning objects: a case study in a colombian public university

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