JOURNAL ARTICLE

THE IMPACT OF TRACKING STUDENT LEARNING STYLE TO ENHANCE PERFORMANCE ON INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING IN HIGHER EDUCATION.

  • Published In: Information Technologist, 2023, v. 20, n. 1. P. 53 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Mafuhure, Tirivashe; Kabanda, Gabriel; Tsvere, Maria 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the impact of tracking student learning styles to enhance performance in an introductory computer programming course at Zimbabwe Open University. Using a design science research methodology, an online teaching tool was developed to monitor 80 students' preferences among video, audio, and text learning materials. Results showed that 66% of students preferred video tutorials, which correlated with higher assignment scores compared to audio and text learners. The study recommends prioritizing visual learning materials, particularly videos, for teaching complex, hands-on subjects like computer programming to distance learners, while also accommodating other learning styles to improve engagement and academic outcomes.

Additional Information

  • Source:Information Technologist. 2023/06, Vol. 20, Issue 1, p53
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Education
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:1597-4316
  • Accession Number:169979029
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