Effectiveness of Combining Algorithm and Program Animation: A Case Study with Data Structure Course

Osman, Waleed Ibrahim; Elmusharaf, Mudawi M.

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“…Several studies have examined the impact of using visualizations in learning data structures. Some of the few works which are closely related to our works are those of the authors in [28][29][30]. The authors in [28] conducted an experimental study to compare the effect of using text-based instructional materials, interactive software visualization, or their combination on learning data structures.…”

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Влияние Использования Конгруэнтного Подхода К Визуализации На Изучение Курса CS2

Mtaho,

Mselle,

Masoud

2023

Education &Amp; Pedagogy Journal

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The majority of computer science (CS) educationists agree that learning the Data Structures course (CS2) is very difficult among novices due to its complexity. Consequently, learning the Data Structures course has been associated with a high failure rate. To enable learners understand data structures, algorithms visualizations (AVs) were proposed. Despite the long-term use of AVs in teaching and learning data structures, research shows that such tools have not been as pedagogically effective as expected. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of using a congruent visualization (CV) framework on learning data structures. The framework employs a combination of two congruent program visualization tools, which involve machine-driven and learner-driven approaches. The effectiveness of using the CV framework was evaluated using a combination of experiment, grade analysis, and questionnaire methods. The subjects of the study were 887 first-year undergraduate students from the College of Informatics and Virtual Education (CIVE) of the University of Dodoma in Tanzania, studying the CS 122 Data Structures course. Results show that the use of the CV framework improved both students’ test performance and examination pass rates compared to the traditional approach. Students’ responses from a follow-up survey showed that the use of the CV framework increased students’ motivation and confidence in learning the Data Structures course. Большинство преподавателей информатики (И) согласны с тем, что изучение курса структур данных и алгоритмов (CS2) является сложным процессом из-за его высокой когнитивной нагрузки. Следовательно, изучение CS2 было связано с высоким уровнем неуспеваемости. Чтобы помочь снизить высокую когнитивную нагрузку, возлагаемую на учащихся изучающих CS2, были предложены алгоритмы визуализации (АВ). Несмотря на длительное использование АВ в преподавании и изучении CS2, исследования показывают, что такие инструменты не были столь педагогически эффективными, как это ожидалось. Это исследование было направлено на изучение влияния использования подхода конгруэнтной визуализации (КВ) в преподавании и изучении CS2. В этом подходе используется комбинация двух совместимых инструментов визуализации программ, которые включают подходы, управляемые машиной, и подходы, управляемые учащимся. Воздействие использования КВ-подхода оценивалось с использованием комбинации экспериментов, анализа документов и методов анкетирования. Объектами исследования стали 887 студентов первого курса бакалавриата Колледжа информатики и виртуального образования (CIVE) Университета Додомы в Танзании, изучающих CS2. Результаты показывают, что использование подхода КВ улучшило как показатели непрерывной оценки учащихся, так и показатели результатов сдачи выпускных экзаменов по сравнению с традиционным подходом. Ответы учащихся на последующий опрос показали, что использование подхода CV повысило мотивацию и уверенность учащихся в обучении CS2.

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“…The authors in [29] studied the impact of using a PV tool called Courseware in learning data structures. Results showed that students who used the Courseware outperformed those who used the traditional lecture approach.…”

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confidence: 99%

Влияние Использования Конгруэнтного Подхода К Визуализации На Изучение Курса CS2

Mtaho,

Mselle,

Masoud

2023

Education &Amp; Pedagogy Journal

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“…Others suggested animated models for teaching aspects of computer systems organization (Henderson, 1994). Researchers have analyzed the effectiveness of combining algorithm and program animation with data structure in courses (Osman & Elmusharaf, 2014). Some researchers directed analysis for using instructional animation, and reported significant benefit over the use of static elements (Hoffler & Leutner, 2007).…”

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Use of Learning Objects for Computer Programming-Based Problem Solving

Basuhail

2020

CJLT

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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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The efficacy of animation and visualization in teaching data structures: a case study

Kogan,

Chassidim,

Rabaev

2024

Education Tech Research Dev

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The main goal of this study was to evaluate the impact of an animation and visualization of data structures (AVDS) tool on both perceptions and objective test performance. The study involved a rigorous experiment that assessed the usability, acceptability, and effectiveness of the AVDS tool in solving exercises. A total of 78 participants responded to questionnaires and were exposed to the AVDS tool, after which they completed a performance test, half (39) with the AVDS tool (the experimental group) and half (39) without the tool (the control group). Findings showed that the usability of AVDS was good; the experimental group even perceived AVDS usability as excellent. The results show that perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and attitudes toward usage jointly led to positive intention to use the AVDS tool. Furthermore, perceived ease of use was a key factor influencing participants’ intention to use AVDS. In addition, the AVDS system improved test results and provided flexibility in use, enhancing learning experience and performance.

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Effectiveness of Combining Algorithm and Program Animation: A Case Study with Data Structure Course

Cited by 10 publications

References 34 publications

Влияние Использования Конгруэнтного Подхода К Визуализации На Изучение Курса CS2

Влияние Использования Конгруэнтного Подхода К Визуализации На Изучение Курса CS2

Use of Learning Objects for Computer Programming-Based Problem Solving

The efficacy of animation and visualization in teaching data structures: a case study

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