Early introduction of advanced CS topics to increase student satisfaction
Deborah Sturm, Roberta Klibaner · Journal of computing sciences in colleges · 2012
This paper describes the restructuring of our Computer Science elective sequence in response to recommendations from an external Computing Professionals advisory board, alumni and graduating students. By introducing several new 200-level electives, students are able to sample advanced topics early in their academic sequence. We also report feedback from current students who have completed the major under the new format. Preliminary data indicates increased student satisfaction. This may lead to increased enrollment and retention of Computer Science majors.