An instructional interpreter for basic

Abstract

The BASIC Instructional Program (ElP) was developed to investigate tutorial modes of interaction in computer-assisted instruction (CAT). BIF is a problem-solving laboratory that helps students while they are solving introductory programming problems in the BASIC language. The problems are presented in an individualized sequence based on a representation of the structure of the curriculum and a model of the stUdent's state of knowledge. This paper describes the RIP system, with emphasis on .recen'tly developed features. The goal of the tutorial laboratory is infonnative interaction with the stUdent, which is provided by an instructional BASIC interpreter, information on BASIC syntax cross-referenced with the BIP student manual, and debugging aids. The system also has access through the curriculum representation to features that the student may use to help her solve her current problem. These features include hints, ea.sier Its ubtasks ," a stored solution that can itself be executed, and an interactive flow chart representation of the solution. The nature of the student-BIP interaction is captured in an annotated student dialogue of a typical session.

A Systematic Literature Review of Automated Feedback Generation for Programming Exercises

“…Some exercises in BIP require the use of a specific language construct. If this construct is missing from the student solution, then the student will see the following message [11]:…”

“…An example is the interpreter used in BIP, which generates extensive error messages in understandable language. Below, we give an example of such a message [11]:…”

A Neural Network Model for a Tutoring Companion Supporting Students in a Programming with Java Course

“…This operates by highlighting keywords about what the student missed. Other types, such as BASIC Instructional Program (BIP), which is a historical example of an ITS, require that a component of the language is used, so the system will deliver a message stating that the student is missing a keyword (Barr and Beard, 1976). These types of systems may have a benefit in assisting the student to complete the assignment successfully, but they will most likely not help the student to think through similar types of problems in the future, as the student will not improve his or her understanding of how to solve that type of problem.…”