Teaching Algorithms Based on Meaningful Learning Using the NetEdu Assessment Environment

• Edson Pinheiro Pimentel IMES
• Nizam Omar UPM

Abstract

Learning a Computer Programming Language is a difficult and demanding process. This is shown by the high disapproval rate in disciplines of Introductory Algorithms and also in advanced disciplines of this field. The way of knowledge organization happens in instructional processes can be crucial for learning outcomes. This article describes a methodology to identify gaps in the teaching and learning of algorithms. By using a prototype of an assessment environment it is possible to set up the relations of pre-requisites between the whole content and to create connections in each unit of assessment. As result, the environment provides information for monitoring the performance of students in a specific content.

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