Computers and the Gifted: Past, Present, and Future

Dover, Arlene

doi:10.1177/001698628302700206

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“…• Computer programming can facilitate the development of abstract thinking, problem solving and logical thinking (Dover 1983). Table 1 Criteria for the IWDP drawn from learning theories, instructional models and strategies (Jakovljevic et al 2004) Criteria for the IWDP based on learning theories, instructional models and instructional strategies 1.…”

Section: Mind Tools Foster Meaningful Learningmentioning

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Project-based pedagogy for the facilitation of webpage design

Jakovljević

Ankiewicz

2015

Int J Technol Des Educ

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Real issues of web design and development include many problem-solving tasks. There are, however, some inadequacies associated with the implementation of appropriate pedagogy for organised and structured instruction that supports the rational problem-solving paradigm. The purpose of this article is to report on a study for the design and implementation of an Instructional Web Design Programme (IWDP) with methodology-specific guidelines in an information systems design context. A second purpose is to discuss the pedagogy developed within the IWDP and its effects on promoting technological problem solving of learners in the project-based classroom. A qualitative, actionresearch approach was the basis for this study. The sample consisted of 17 learners at an institution of higher education. The researchers used a focus group interview, journals and essays to observe learners' behaviour, to analyse their project designs and to assess their opinions and experiences with regard to the IWDP. An organised and structured instructional environment within the IWDP helped the teacher to promote technological problem solving. The teacher and learners acknowledged the components of the programme (for example, assessment criteria, range statements, performance indicators, pre-defined learner tasks and activities) in the project-based classroom. Practical and cognitive apprenticeship and experiential and situated learning were used to accommodate the problem-solving needs of learners. Learners indicated a need for a variety of tools and expert guidance in a peer-based collaborative learning environment.

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Section: Mind Tools Foster Meaningful Learningmentioning

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Project-based pedagogy for the facilitation of webpage design

Jakovljević

Ankiewicz

2015

Int J Technol Des Educ

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“…Clearly, other approaches exist, and the interested reader can find an overview of many of them by reading Dover (1983). We feel strongly, however, that the greatest benefits in terms of using computers to facilitate learning of mathematics concepts, development of problem solving skills and learning programming concepts can be achieved by establishing courses similar to those described in the PALS and STAR programs.…”

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Summer courses in computing for the gifted and talented: How much can be accomplished in two weeks?

Hersberger

Talsma

1985

Roeper Review

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“…According to Swan and Black (1990), computer programming is a problemsolving tool if particular problem-solving strategies (for example, problem decomposition, generating hypotheses, and gathering evidence to support those hypotheses) are applied to real world-problems. Dover (1983) points out that computer programming facilitates the development of abstract thinking, problem solving and logical thinking. .…”

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Relevant resources for teaching and learning information systems design at higher education institutions

Jakovljević¹

2007

South African Journal of Higher Education

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One of the major obstacles facing project managers and information system designers is creating an appropriate environment to excel system design skills. Instructors in Information System Design (ISD) environments are responding to the increasing demands posed by time and complexity through investigating a variety of tools, system design methodologies and software technologies. The intention is to help students/information system designers to take more control over their own learning process and to demonstrate system design skills.

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Computers and the Gifted: Past, Present, and Future

Cited by 12 publications

References 10 publications

Project-based pedagogy for the facilitation of webpage design

Project-based pedagogy for the facilitation of webpage design

Summer courses in computing for the gifted and talented: How much can be accomplished in two weeks?

Relevant resources for teaching and learning information systems design at higher education institutions

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