A critical analysis and evaluation of Web-based environments for program development

• Published in: The Internet and higher education Vol. 3; no. 4; pp. 223 - 269
• Main Authors: Deek, Fadi P., Ho, Ki-Wang, Ramadhan, Haider
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: New York, NY Elsevier Inc 2000; Elsevier Science
• Subjects: Computer science; Computer Science Education; Computer Simulation; Curriculum subjects: programmes and methods; Drill and practice systems; Drills (Practice); Educational sciences; Instructional Design; Instructional Material Evaluation; Instructional Systems; Learning systems; Problem solving and programming languages; Programmed Tutoring; Programming; Programming tools; Simulation systems; Teaching methods; Tutorial systems; Web Based Instruction; Web-based interactive environments; Singapore; Learning systems; Problem solving and programming languages; Tutorial systems; Web-based interactive environments; Drill and practice systems; Programming tools; Simulation systems; New Information and Communication Technologies (NTIC); Higher Education; Programming Language; Distance Study; Internet; Simulation
• ISSN: 1096-7516; 1873-5525
• DOI: 10.1016/S1096-7516(01)00038-0

This paper provides a classification, review, and critical analysis of current Web-based interactive programming environments and tools that facilitate learning programming languages and concepts. The focal point of the paper is based on (1) categorizing available programming systems and tools into classes according to their pedagogical approaches; (2) reviewing individual systems; and (3) critically analyzing them according to established standards for instructional design. The paper is intended to provide those seeking to use these resources with a comprehensive survey of the available systems, their succinct evaluation, and their effectiveness.