The Effect of Memorization on the Retention and Learning Acquisition of Programming Practice

Abstract

To foster a skillful IT workforce, it is crucial to balance fundamental programming concepts and advanced coding skills that students can apply to complicated real-life problems. One of the biggest deterrents for students to succeed in a computing field is the struggle with learning new programming languages and how to code effectively. Based on Bloom’s Taxonomy, this study develops a holistic view of the student learning process in computer programming and suggests the pedagogical insights to improve students’ programming skills. This study shows the positive impact of memorization toward learning in fundamental programming class and its potential linkage to improved retention in computing programs.