Development of a Learning Support System for Source Code Reading Comprehension

Abstract

Abstract. In this paper, we describe the development of a support system that facilitates the process of learning computer programming through the reading of computer program source code. Reading code consists of two steps: reading comprehension and meaning deduction. In this study, we developed a tool that supports the comprehension of a program's reading. The tool is equipped with an error visualization function that illustrates a learner's mistakes and makes them aware of their errors. We conducted experiments using the learning support tool and confirmed that the system is effective.

Factor Analysis to Examine the Effect and Expectation of Reading Simple Source Codes for Improving Programming Skill

“…As a remarkable effort, a framework on reading source code was proposed [5]. Next, Arai et al developed a learning support system for programming beginners that facilitates the process of learning by reading source code, and confirmed that the system was effective [6]. Tang developed a distributed, social code review tool designed for the specific constraints and goals of a programming course named "Caesar" [7].…”