Assessment of a course redesign: introductory computer programming using online modules

Authors:
Nira Herrmann;Jeffrey L. Popyack;Bruce Char;Paul Zoski
Affiliations:
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA;Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA;Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA;Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
Venue:
Proceedings of the 35th SIGCSE technical symposium on Computer science education
Year:
2004

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Abstract

We assess the effectiveness of an extensive redesign of the first Computer Programming course offered to computer science and computer engineering majors. Our goals were to improve student learning while reducing costs by making use of substantial Web-based course material and course management tools, including multi-level online modules that individualize instruction and enable students to self-schedule learning each week. DFW rates and costs were significantly reduced by the redesign.