A Systematic Review of Interventions That Promote Success in Computer Science for Undergraduate Students

• In Event: Sheraton Roundtable Session Six
  In Roundtable Session: Practices and Processes for Undergraduate Student Success (Table 9)

Abstract

There is a shortage of bachelor’s degree recipients in Computer Science (CS) available to meet societal needs and there are gaps in who these degrees are awarded to. Work is needed to minimize attrition in computer science majors. In order to attempt to combat this attrition, and to promote student success in computer science, there is growth in the number of programs and interventions to assist undergraduates, but little is known as a whole about how these interventions support CS success. This systematic literature review aims to identify existing research and interventions focused on promoting success in CS, to be able to present scalable recommendations for the field of CS.

Authors

• Heather T. Rowan-Kenyon, Boston College
  Presenting Author

• Maira Marques Samary, Boston College
  Presenting Author

• Ryan Creps, Boston College
  Presenting Author

• Shadman Islem, Boston College
  Presenting Author

• Minji Kim, Boston College
  Presenting Author