Thesis
The evolution of an online environment to support the studio based pedagogical approach for computing education
Washington State University
Master of Science (MS), Washington State University
2009
Handle:
https://hdl.handle.net/2376/103515
Abstract
Learning computer science is no longer simply a matter of learning computer programming. Indeed, modern day computing jobs demand design, communication, and collaborative skills as well. Unfortunately, these skills are difficult to teach through traditional lecture-based approaches which do not provide students with adequate feedback or suitable opportunities for collaboration. To address this pedagogical challenge, I have explored the studio-based learning approach supported by an online web-based learning environment, one that supports asynchronous reviews and feedback and enables in- and out-of-studio learning and interaction, thereby promoting both collaboration and learning design skills. I recently used this online system in a CS1 course at Washington State University. Observational data collected highlights some key benefits of this system, including, a) improved organization of studio sessions, b) increased student participation and collaboration, and c) the potential to increase outside lab participation. This thesis presents and evaluates this web-based learning environment, and suggests directions for future research into the design of on-line learning environments to support studio-based learning.
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- Title
- The evolution of an online environment to support the studio based pedagogical approach for computing education
- Creators
- Anukrati Agrawal
- Contributors
- Christopher Hundhausen (Degree Supervisor)
- Awarding Institution
- Washington State University
- Academic Unit
- Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, School of
- Theses and Dissertations
- Master of Science (MS), Washington State University
- Publisher
- Washington State University; Pullman, Wash. :
- Identifiers
- 99900525058001842
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Thesis