As computing becomes a mainstream discipline embedded in the school curriculum and
acts as an enabler for an increasing range of academic disciplines in higher education, the …

ABSTRACT Background and Context Lopez and Lister first presented evidence for a skill
hierarchy of code reading, tracing, and writing for introductory programming students …

In this paper, we perform a comparative analysis using a within-subjects 'think-
aloud'protocol of introductory programming students solving tracing problems in both paper …

In the past two decades, there has been a consider-able increase in use of computer-based
exams. Currently there is a lack of comprehensive understanding about equivalence …

In this paper, we explore three different methods for administering computer-based tests at
scale:(1) a dedicated Computer-Based Testing Center (CBTC),(2) Bring Your Own Device …

Learning how to code is becoming a crucial aspect of modern society. The presence of
digital technologies in everyday life requires some basic understanding on how software …

Numerous virtual environments with automatic program evaluation have emerged to assist
the teaching-learning process, allowing timely feedback. In a review of these environments …