Give Programming Instruction a Chance

Give Programming Instruction a Chance

The value of computer programming courses in secondary schools and for noncomputing majors at the college level is being questioned. At the same time, mathematics and science educators are attempting to create learning opportunities that are identical to those intrinsic to programming courses. In th...

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Published in:Journal of research on computing in education Vol. 29; no. 1; pp. 96 - 108
Main Authors: Thomas, Rex A., Upah, Sylvester C.
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Routledge 01-09-1996
Subjects:
Computer Assisted Instruction
Computer Science Education
Computer Simulation
Educational Benefits
Examples
Higher Education
Learning Strategies
Learning Theories
Metacognition
Nonmajors
problem solving
Programming
simulation
Student Reaction
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Summary:The value of computer programming courses in secondary schools and for noncomputing majors at the college level is being questioned. At the same time, mathematics and science educators are attempting to create learning opportunities that are identical to those intrinsic to programming courses. In this paper, student actions learning looping concepts in an exploratory environment are analyzed. The analysis reveals serious shortcomings in student's basic learning strategies and a rich opportunity for the teacher to diagnose and address student needs. Based on this analysis and recent advances in learning theory, it is suggested that programming instruction receive more careful study, first to determine appropriate goals and instructional methodologies and then to determine its educational value.
ISSN:0888-6504
2376-5836
DOI:10.1080/08886504.1996.10782188