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Programming for the Internet and Experiential Learning: A New Approach Incorporating a Constructed World

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Title: Programming for the Internet and Experiential Learning: A New Approach Incorporating a Constructed World
Language: English
Authors: Taylor, Adam P. R.
Source: International Journal of Technology and Design Education. May 2007 17(2):217-229.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Physical Description: PDF
Page Count: 13
Publication Date: 2007
Intended Audience: Teachers
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Experiential Learning, Programming, Internet, Teaching Methods, College Instruction, Engineering, Computer Software, Educational Philosophy, Engineering Education, Course Descriptions, Technology Education
DOI: 10.1007/s10798-006-9000-6
ISSN: 0957-7572
Abstract: This paper reports on a novel approach taken by the author to the teaching of an Internet programming course targeted at final year diploma and second year degree students. The uniqueness of engineers and their identity is discussed, as is the self-constructed world and ways of knowing in which humankind operates. The novel approach to teaching a software-coding course, and this course's underlying philosophies of learning, the approach taken in class-contact time, and the methods of interaction with the students are presented, along with the conventional structure, quantitative measures, outline, and assessment of the course. The effects and observations of approaches employed are discussed, and the quantitative outputs achieved are presented alongside the unquantifiable impressions, comments and positive feedback.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2008
Accession Number: EJ813291
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This paper reports on a novel approach taken by the author to the teaching of an Internet programming course targeted at final year diploma and second year degree students. The uniqueness of engineers and their identity is discussed, as is the self-constructed world and ways of knowing in which humankind operates. The novel approach to teaching a software-coding course, and this course's underlying philosophies of learning, the approach taken in class-contact time, and the methods of interaction with the students are presented, along with the conventional structure, quantitative measures, outline, and assessment of the course. The effects and observations of approaches employed are discussed, and the quantitative outputs achieved are presented alongside the unquantifiable impressions, comments and positive feedback.
ISSN:0957-7572
DOI:10.1007/s10798-006-9000-6