Improving course related information of computing degree courses for enhancing learner development
Authors
Liu, HaimingAffiliation
University of BedfordshireIssue Date
2012-11Subjects
action researchcomputing course related information
learning experiences
skill development
computing education
higher education
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In this paper, I present action research based on Norton's ITDEM model (Norton, 2009), which I applied to investigate an observed course related information problem in the Department of Computer Science and Technology, University of Bedfordshire. The data collection was a combination of both interviews and surveys. Three lecturers and 100 students from the department participated in the action research. The collected data was analysed using thematic and content analysis. The findings of the investigation identified a problem in course related information integration and presentation. Both the lecturers and some students thought that the problem has impacted on the students' learning and development. In an effort to tackle the problem, useful approaches proposed by other universities and the valuable suggestions made by the participants have been collected for further investigation and adaptation. Overall, action research is found to be a helpful methodology to improve course related information of computing degree courses, which will not only help prospective students' course selection and enhance existing students' learning and development, but also build up the department's and university's reputation.Citation
Liu, H. (2012) 'Improving course related information of computing degree courses for enhancing learner development', Journal of Pedagogic Development, 2 (3), pp.4-10.Publisher
University of BedfordshireJournal
Journal of pedagogic developmentAdditional Links
http://www.beds.ac.uk/jpd/journal-of-pedagogic-development-volume-2-issue-3/course-informationType
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enSeries/Report no.
Volume 2Issue 3
ISSN
2047-3265Collections
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