Conflictive animations as engaging learning tools

Authors:
Andrés Moreno;Erkki Sutinen;Roman Bednarik;Niko Myller
Affiliations:
University of Joensuu, Joensuu, Finland;University of Joensuu, Joensuu, Finland;University of Joensuu, Joensuu, Finland;University of Joensuu, Joensuu, Finland
Venue:
Koli Calling '07 Proceedings of the Seventh Baltic Sea Conference on Computing Education Research - Volume 88
Year:
2007

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Abstract

In this paper we introduce the concept of conflictive animations and discuss its applicability in programming and algorithm design courses. Conflictive animations are animations that deviate from the expected behaviour of the program or algorithm they are supposed to present. With respect to the engagement taxonomy, we propose several ways of learning with conflictive animations. We also initiate a discussion about their possible benefits and drawbacks.