Face-to-face collaborative learning in computer science classes

Autores: Ricardo Valdivia, M. Nussbaum
Localización: The International journal of engineering education, ISSN-e 0949-149X, Vol. 23, no. Extra 3, 2007, págs. 434-440
Idioma: inglés
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Resumen
- This study describes the application and effects of technological support for collaboration in a computer science course for engineeringstudents. The technology in question is based on a wireless network of PDAs that implements a classroom dynamic to stimulatecommunication, discussion while arriving at agreement on questions put to students. The results obtained permit us to conclude thatpermanent use of Mobile Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (MCSCL) sessions improves the performance of students andtheir interest in the course. Furthermore, they demonstrated a greater ability to communicate both with their fellows and the professor,thus bettering their course results.