Exploring the Use of an Android based C/C++ Compiler in the Learning of a Programming Course by University Students
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Date
2020
Authors
Gwendo, John Oloo
Chepkwony, Robert
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Publisher
International Journal of Computer Applications
Abstract
The ever increasing demand for higher education has brought
with it a number of challenges, key among them being
insufficient equipment and instructional materials. Mobile
learning offers an opportunity to mitigate some of the
challenges faced by Institutions of higher learning through the
principle of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) which
increases access to technology without incurring the cost of
purchasing a device for each learner. This study sought to
investigate the attitudes and opinions of learners towards the
use on Mobile Devices in the learning of an undergraduate
programming course offered in the second year of study. A
blended learning approach was adopted in the teaching and
learning programming which incorporated the use of a C/C++
IDE (Integrated Development Environment) and compiler for
Android platform to solve programming exercises provided to
the learners during the weekly lectures. A questionnaire was
designed and used to collect data regarding the learners’
attitudes and opinions towards the use of the Mobile Devices
in the Programming class. The study showed that Mobile
learning in a programming context is a preferred mode of
study and brought about many benefits. Despite the benefits
there is need to address challenges attributed to the devices
and app usage so as to enhance the learning experience. The
potential of Mobile learning is evidently immense given the
willingness of respondents to use the devices and the apps
more in the future. Results suggest that need for institutions of
higher learning to explore available Mobile apps and see how
best they can be used to facilitate teaching and learning.
Description
A research article published in International Journal of Computer Applications
Keywords
Programming, Android, Mobile Compilers
Citation
Gwendo John Oloo and Chepkwony Robert. Exploring the Use of an Android based C/C++ Compiler in the Learning of a Programming Course by University Students. International Journal of Computer Applications 175(22):43-49, October 2020