Compiling students' computer programs online - a cognitively efficient and secure approach

Kartik Modi, Matthew Bower

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Abstract

This technical paper presents an online Java compilation plug-in for the Moodle Learning Management System. The system allows students to compile and execute Java programs directly through the Moodle interface so that they can concentrate on the programming concepts rather than learning to operate new technologies. The system provides students with error diagnostics on compilation and execution so that they can more easily resolve their programming problems. Teachers can view compilation and execution data in order to analyze students’ programming performance, enabling them to not only provide more appropriate feedback but also to understand where student misconceptions occur. The technical aspects of the system are discussed in detail to support implementation and development by others. The rationale for the design in terms of providing a secure and cognitively efficient means of teaching computing programming is articulated.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of Global Learn Asia Pacific 2010
EditorsZoraini Wati Abas, Insung Jung, Joseph Luca
Place of PublicationUSA
PublisherAssociation for the Advancement of Computing in Education
Pages4295-4304
Number of pages10
ISBN (Print)1880094797
Publication statusPublished - 2010
EventGlobal Conference on Learning and Technology (1st : 2010) - Penang, Malaysia
Duration: 17 May 201020 May 2010

Conference

ConferenceGlobal Conference on Learning and Technology (1st : 2010)
CityPenang, Malaysia
Period17/05/1020/05/10

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