Choice of a visual programming language in a level 3 introductory computing course
Malte Ressin · UWL Repository (University of West London) · 2017
In the level 3 module "Introduction to Computing Technology", the assignment asked students to implement a control program displaying random numbers in a diode display. Students could choose to implement in one of two visual programming languages: Logicator Flowchart (LF) or PICAXE Blocky (PB). LF is a logical representation of a program's execution, whereas PB is a graphical representation of program code. In addition to the program, students were asked to explain their choice and discuss their experience in a report. This poster describes the thinking behind creating the assignment in this way, elaborates on encountered difficulties, and discusses output, feedback and views of the students as expressed in their submission and their report.