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To examine the pedagogical dynamics, learning enablers, and instructional challenges associated with simulation-based programming education in university computing courses.

August 1, 2019International Journal of Educational Technology in Higher EducationOpen Access

Teaching technology with technology: approaches to bridging learning and teaching gaps in simulation-based programming education

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To examine the pedagogical dynamics, learning enablers, and instructional challenges associated with simulation-based programming education in university computing courses.
Conducted a qualitative study using focus groups and semi-structured interviews with 37 students and 4 lecturers in a computing course at a British university.
Investigated virtual and physical simulation environments, enablers, impediments, and the educational roles of students and faculty.
Analyzed qualitative feedback using thematic analysis and cross-evaluation between student and lecturer perspectives.
Visualisation, procedural consistency in learning tasks, and enhanced student engagement emerged as primary educational enablers.
Key challenges included friction during collaborative tasks, attention disruption when toggling between physical and virtual environments, and instructors over-focusing on technological tools during preparation.

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Qualitative study uncovers key pedagogical enablers and challenges in university computing courses, highlighting the need to balance technology preparation with student engagement.

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Jamil et al. (2019) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a10eee163b25c787d9fbdc0 https://doi.org/10.1186/s41239-019-0159-9

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Qualitative study uncovers key pedagogical enablers and challenges in university computing courses, highlighting the need to balance technology preparation with student engagement.

Teaching technology with technology: approaches to bridging learning and teaching gaps in simulation-based programming education

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Teaching technology with technology: approaches to bridging learning and teaching gaps in simulation-based programming education

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