The Nordic Prior Knowledge Test in Programming
"What are the Consequences of Nationwide Programming Instruction throughout all of Elementary and Secondary School?" - A department seminar by Sondre Bolland.
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Abstract:
With recent updates to Norway's national curriculum, computational thinking and programming has become a core part of the K-12 education, leading to an influx of students entering higher education with prior programming experience. This shift may influence university-level ICT education, teaching practices across disciplines, and the overall digital competency within society. However, due to inconsistencies in programming instruction quality, it is crucial to gauge students' baseline programming skills. The Nordic Prior Knowledge Test in Programming was developed to assess incoming students' proficiency in fundamental programming concepts covered in introductory courses. This presentation will share findings from the 2024 test administration, which assessed over 3000 students, and explore the methodology, initial results, and ongoing efforts to map programming preparedness across the Nordic countries. This presentation is the midway evaluation of my Ph.D. track.