Abstract: This paper attempts to evaluate the effectiveness of group project model of learning as used in a computer programing course, with the help of data collected from results of assessments when applying this model in real classroom environment as well as students reflection on their experience.
Design/methodology/approach:
This paper suggests a two-part methodology:
§ Using data about students’ performance in all course assessment methods, which would be compared with their performance for the assessment of learning model under study to identify patterns related to effectiveness of group project learning model
§ Evaluation of how students have benefited from using group project learning model by analyzing data of students' reflection on their experience and relate the outcome to the benefits of group projects as discussed in related literature
Findings:
Data analysis revealed patterns related to the use of group projects models of learning its assessment
Originality/value:
The experiment and the methodology applied could be used for similar situations or even broadened to address researches related to effectiveness of learning models used in programming courses.
Keywords: Learning models, pedagogy, Assessment methods, Programming courses, Students reflection, Practical projects, Functional knowledge, Declarative knowledge.
Title: Evaluating Effectiveness of Group Project Model of Learning in a Programming Course: An Empirical Study Using Assessment Results and Students Reflection
Author: Dr. Adil Fathelrahman
International Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology Research
ISSN 2348-1196 (print), SSN 2348-120X (online)
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