Utilizing an Exercise-Based Learning Tool Effectively in Computer Science Courses
Erkki Kaila, Teemu Rajala, Mikko‐Jussi Laakso, Rolf Lindén, Einari Kurvinen, Tapio Salakoski · 2014
Educational technology and learning environments are becoming more and more com- mon in all levels of education. Still, the main focus in research seems to be on which tools to use rather than how to effectively use them. In this paper, we first discuss the aspects that should be considered when adapting an exercise-based learning environment into curriculum. Based on our earlier research on the topic, we present three rules for adapting the tools. Next, a six-year study on using a learning environment in two courses is presented. Throughout the six course instances, the adaptation and integration of the tool is gradually altered. The results seem to confirm the positive effect of changes made in adaptation. When the three rules presented earlier are revisited in correlation with the results obtained, we can state that following the rules of adaptation lead to better student performance.