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Ponte Academic Journal
Sep 2016, Volume 72, Issue 9

THE USE OF ACTION RESEARCH IN A COMPUTER PROGRAMMING MODULE TAUGHT USING A BLENDED LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

Author(s): Dr. Vimolan Mudaly ,Vikash Ramanand Jugoo

J. Ponte - Sep 2016 - Volume 72 - Issue 9
doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2016.9.5



Abstract:
Many novice programmers in higher education find computer programming particularly difficult due to its problem solving nature. In this study, we explore the use of an action research methodology, in an attempt to improve the existing tools and support structures provided in the blended learning environment (BLE). This qualitative study, used an interpretivist paradigm to explore the engagement of sixty, first year students in an introductory computer-programming course at a selected university in South Africa, using an action research approach within the context of a BLE. The action research methodology was used, and was based on planning, acting, observing and reflecting. Activity Theory was used as a theoretical framework to describe and analyse the actions and engagement that transpired within the BLE.
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