Using an Iterative Process to Transform a Theoretical Unit
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Authors
Herrmann, Johannes
Date
2015Type
Conference Paper
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Herrmann, J. 2015. Using an Iterative Process to Transform a Theoretical Unit, in Yeung, A. (ed), Proceedings of 21st The Australian Conference on Science and Mathematics Education: Transforming Practice: Inspiring Innovation, Sep 30-Oct 1 2015. Perth, Western Australia: Australian Council of Deans of Science.
Source Title
Proceedings of the Australian Conference on Science and Mathematics Education
Source Conference
Australian Conference on Science and Mathematics Education
Faculty
Faculty of Science and Engineering
School
School of Elec Eng, Comp and Math Sci (EECMS)
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Abstract
Faced with a theoretical computing unit with a poor reputation, the author used a process of iterative improvement to address the main concerns. Armed with the informal concept of Caesar theory – bread and circuses – changes were applied across two years and have turned student attitude to the unit around. This paper discusses the iterative process used and the challenges that were faced and (at least partially) overcome. While the process is ongoing, both anecdotal and formal feedback points to a noticeable improvement in student satisfaction without a reduction in the teaching standards.