Transition from Passive Learner to Critical Evaluator through Peer-Testing of Programming Artefacts

Abstract

Offering timely feedback on programming while encouraging learners to engage in critical evaluation of programs are the objectives of peer-testing. We report on a peer-testing experiment with students on distant campuses using a Web platform. The experiment shows the potential that peer-testing has to help students transition from passive learners to critical evaluators.  Keywords: Computer science education, peer testing, peer feedback, software testing, student transitions