How does Pair Programming Impact Student Learning in Computer Science? A Meta-Analytic Approach

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Short Description

This meta-analysis examined the effect of pair-programming on learning and explored the design elements that promote pair-programming experiences. Through 167 effect sizes from 30 studies, the overall effect sizes were large in cognitive outcomes (g=0.52, 95% CI [0.35, 0.67]), but small in affective outcomes (g=0.12, 95% CI [0.08, 0.15]). Subgroup analysis revealed the assessment type and students’ major moderated effect sizes. We further discussed how to design better pair-programming experiences based on our results.

Authors

• Presenter: Chungsoo Na, Utah State University

• Presenter: Jody Clarke-Midura, Utah State University