Several questions which work for almost any computer science exam

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Title
Several questions which work for almost any computer science exam
Creator
Anthony, Barbara M.
Date
2017-12-14
Date Available
2017-12-14
Date Issued
2017-12
Identifier
Anthony, B. M. (2017). Several Questions Which Work for Almost Any Computer Science Exam. J. Comput. Sci. Coll., 33(2), 107–112. Retrieved from http://dl.acm.org/citation.cfm?id=3144645.3144662
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http://collections.southwestern.edu/s/suscholar/item/224
Abstract
Many computer science courses use final exams as one means of evaluating student performance within the course, but developing meaningful assessments can be both difficult and time-consuming. Students and faculty alike can experience both stress and frustration with various aspects of the exam process. By stepping back and evaluating the overall goals of computer science courses and the curriculum, some questions arise as viable options for final exams in a variety of computer science courses. These questions enable students to consider prior courses, projects or presentations within the course, future use of the material, or handle what may be perceived as incomplete coverage in the final exam. Some potential concerns about these questions are addressed. While these questions will not replace all of the traditional questions, they may provide different types of assessment information, and enable reflection for both students and faculty.
Language
English
Publisher
Consortium for Computing Sciences in Colleges
Subject
Computer science -- Study and teaching.
Type
Article