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Computing students learning computing informally

Thomas, Lynda; Mostrom, Jan Erik; Sanders, Kate; Zander, Carol; Eckerdal, Anna; McCartney, Robert (2011-07-15)

In this paper we present background and early results from an investigation of how computing students learn computer science topics through informal means, that is, outside of organized classes. We provide some overall ...
An evaluation of object oriented example programs in introductory programming textbooks

Sanders, Kate; Nordström, Marie; Schulte, Carsten; Hall, Mark; Thomas, Lynda; Paterson, James; Börstler, Jurgen (2011-07-15)

Research shows that examples play an important role for cognitive skill acquisition. Students as well as teachers rank examples as important resources for learning to program. Therefore examples must be consistent with the ...
Students' perceptions of the differences between formal and informal learning

Eckerdal, Anna; Sanders, Kate; Boustedt, Jonas; Thomas, Lynda; McCartney, Robert (2011-11-23)

Research has shown that most learning in the workplace takes place outside of formal training and, given the swiftly changing nature of the field, computer science graduates more than most workers, need to be able to learn ...

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