Degree Name
MS (Master of Science)
Program
Computer Science
Date of Award
5-2023
Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Chelsie Dubay
Committee Members
Phil Pfeiffer, Matthew Harrison
Abstract
This master's thesis explores the effectiveness of an educational intervention using an interactive notebook to support and supplement instruction in a foundational-level programming course. A quantitative, quasi-experimental group comparison method was employed, where students were placed into either a control or a treatment group. Data was collected from assignment and final grades, as well as self-reported time spent using the notebook. Independent t-tests and correlation were used for data analysis. Results were inconclusive but did indicate that the intervention had a possible effect. Further studies may explore better efficacy, implementation, and satisfaction of interactive notebooks across a larger population and multiple class topics.
Document Type
Thesis - unrestricted
Recommended Citation
Buchanan, Dillon, "Immersive Learning Environments for Computer Science Education" (2023). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 4189. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/4189
Copyright
Copyright by the authors.
Included in
Curriculum and Instruction Commons, Graphics and Human Computer Interfaces Commons, Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Commons, Theory and Algorithms Commons