Abstract

Surveys recent literature on computer programing focusing on psychological studies of the programing task and selected instructional issues related to precollege programing. The cognitive demands and outcomes of programing, the influence of instruction on learning, and individual differences in outcomes of programing are specifically addressed. (108 references) (MBR)

Citation

Dalbey, J. & Linn, M.C. (1985). The Demands and Requirements of Computer Programming: A Literature Review. Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1(3), 253. Retrieved January 29, 2023 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/169791/.

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Keywords

• Academic Ability
• Classroom Environment
• Cognitive Processes
• Elementary Secondary Education
• individual differences
• instructional materials
• Learning Activities
• Literature Reviews
• Outcomes of Education
• Performance Factors
• Programing
• Programing Languages
• Psychological Studies
• student motivation
• teaching methods