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October 16, 2019Informatics in EducationOpen Access

Teaching Problem Solving Skills using an Educational Game in a Computer Programming Course

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RMRoy MathewSMSohail Iqbal MalikRTRagad M Tawafak

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Overview

Randomized trial shows improved problem solving skills in novice programmers, suggesting a new teaching tool.

Key Points

  • The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the PROSOLVE game in enhancing problem solving skills in novice programmers taking an introductory programming course.
  • Introduced the PROSOLVE game to novice programming students
  • Employed surveys to gather student feedback
  • Conducted semi-structured interviews with instructors about the game's impact
  • Most students reported improved understanding of programming concepts and problem solving strategies
  • The game increased cognitive engagement and interest among students
  • Instructors viewed the game positively as a supplemental teaching tool versus traditional methods

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Mathew et al. (2019) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a10f0608102eb4b66eebcd3https://doi.org/10.15388/infedu.2019.17
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