Software for continuous assessment and

immediate feedback to enhance learning in

programming subjectsAR Botes

M.Sc. in Computer Science

School of Information Technology

North-West University Vaal Triangle Campus

2014

Problems in programming subjects

Paper based assessment > programming subjects’ > needs to change

Numerous variations of individual solutions

Time constraints due to huge classes

The need to provide immediate meaningful feedback

Modern, technology-assisted assessment

Developed a software using a combination of VB.net and PHP to assist in the assessments and feedback of practical activities for programming students.

1st Iteration

2nd Iteration

Results

Allow multiple submissions of the same assessment activity.

The ability to capture data and provide the lecturer with key areas which are problematic to students.

Improved throughput