Department
Information Systems
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-2007
Abstract
Literacy is a concept that is understood to be the identifier of an educated populace. In today's world, literacy includes computer literacy, as well as language and quantitative literacy. This paper describes exercises developed to improve first year students' computer literacy through more learner-centered engagement. Exercises are designed to support learner-centered goals of independent and responsible learners, appropriate breadth and depth of content, teacher as facilitator, and assessment woven into learning. Exercise topics include purchase of a personal computer, basic logic via spreadsheets, an annotated bibliography built with electronic resources, and an integrated assignment customized by and for each student.
Journal Title
Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges
Journal ISSN
1937-4771
Volume
23
Issue
2
First Page
90
Last Page
96