A Case Study of an Integrated Programming Course Based on PBL

Author(s)

Ribeiro, Ayala L. ; Bittencourt, Roberto A. ; IEEE

• Document type: Journal article
• Source: 2019 IEEE FRONTIERS IN EDUCATION CONFERENCE (FIE 2019); v. N/A, p. 9-pg., 2019-01-01.

Abstract

This Research to Practice Full Paper describes a case study of a course that uses problem-based learning (PBL) to integrate the subjects of Object-Oriented Programming, Data Structures and Software Design. We aimed to explore student learning when this teaching-learning approach was applied in the second term of a Computer Engineering undergraduate program. Data collection and analysis was qualitative, using semi-structured interviews and both open and axial coding. Results were organized in terms of qualitative themes describing course organization, problem conception, learned concepts and skills. This thorough exploration of such issues allows course developers to reflect on the impact of PBL and curriculum integration in student learning. (AU)

• FAPESP's process: 15/24331-1 - Enabling new programmers to the future Internet
• Grantee: Roberto Almeida Bittencourt
• Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants