The Effects of Pair Programming in an Introductory Programming Course in Thailand

Abstract

This experiment al study aimed to assess the effects of pair programming pedagogy in an introductory programming course at a public university in Thailand . There were total 65 undergraduate students participated in two sections; 31students in solo section and 34 students in paired section. Results indicated that pair programming students performed better on lab assignments and exam ination s than thei r solo counterparts. Moreover, pair programming created a laboratory environment conductive to more active learning and enjoyable than traditional labs . Students and lab assistant reported labs to be more productive and less frustrating.