• The Journal of Korean Association of Computer Education
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• v.18 no.4
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• pp.1-9
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• 2015

Problem solving is essential skill for all students in the $21^{st}$ century. In particular, as the computing system ensures the effectiveness of problem solving in the various disciplines and real life, interest in learning algorithms to design a problem solving process is increasing. In order to improve problem solving skill, students should not only understand algorithm design skills but also apply appropriate skills to solve faced problem. In terms of these the puzzle can be considered a preferred learning tools to improve problem solving skill. Therefore, in this study we designed puzzled based algorithm learning and analyzed the impact of puzzle based algorithm learning on problem solving skills of leaners. As the results of research, we confirmed that the puzzled based algorithm learning took positive effect on enhancing problem solving skills of the learners.

• Journal of The Korean Association of Information Education
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• v.21 no.4
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• pp.425-435
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• 2017

The purpose of this study is to explore the differences between Korea and Japan in terms of the effects of student- and school-level ICT-related factors on computer-based problem solving ability in PISA 2012 achievement results. PISA 2012's computer-based problem solving assessment included 5,033 students from 156 schools in Korea and 6,351 students from 191 schools in Japan. A 2-level hierarchical linear model (HLM) was employed to analyze data. Both of Korean and Japanese students, students with the earlier use of computer and the Internet, higher socioeconomic background and higher openness to problem reported better problem solving scores than their counterparts. Also, accessibility to ICT equipment provided by home or school was found to be a negative effect on problem solving in both countries. Differences in the effects of purposes and attitudes for ICT use, teacher-student relationship, and creative out-of-school activities on problem solving ability were found between two countries.

• The Journal of Korean Association of Computer Education
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• v.17 no.3
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• pp.53-63
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• 2014

An important element to consider in information subjects is problem solving skills. It is problem solving skills that emphasize "practical usage of learning" in which knowledge of information subjects is integrated along with the cross curricular characteristics of the information subjects. What is usually considered paramount in a subject is knowledge, so the question is, should problem solving be considered more important in information subjects? This study discusses the foundation of subjects based on knowledge in information science, and the specifics of the 2014 amendment to the U.K. curriculum. And based on the core subjects of the U.K. curriculum, this study also offers educational implications as to how knowledge and problem solving skills should be discussed.

• Journal of The Korean Association of Information Education
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• v.22 no.1
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• pp.151-158
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• 2018

The purpose of this study is to develop a system for predicting students' collaborative problem solving ability based on the ICT factors of PISA 2015 that affect collaborative problem solving ability. The PISA 2015 computer-based collaborative problem-solving capability evaluation included 5,581 students in Korea. As a research method, correlation analysis was used to select meaningful variables. And the collaborative problem solving ability prediction model was created by using the deep learning method. As a result of the model generation, we were able to predict collaborative problem solving ability with about 95% accuracy for the test data set. Based on this model, a collaborative problem solving ability prediction system was designed and implemented. This research is expected to provide a new perspective on applying big data and artificial intelligence in decision making for ICT input and use in education.

• The Journal of Korean Association of Computer Education
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• v.12 no.4
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• pp.1-11
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• 2009

There are several studies in order to learn about programming language. This paper develops a peer agent system based on teaching and learning strategies in order to improve problem-solving ability. Problem-solving ability involves three components - content understanding, domain-dependent problem-solving strategies, and self-regulation. This paper shows the teaching and learning strategies about components of problem-solving for learning to program and the peer agent system uses the teaching and learning strategies. This study intents to analyze the educational effects of the peer agent system. The results show that the system has superior effects on problem-solving ability compared to traditional programming courses or pair programming courses. It means that the peer agent system is the effective educational system in improving student's problem-solving ability.

• Journal of the Korea Society of Computer and Information
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• v.13 no.2
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• pp.59-66
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• 2008

Although the acquisition of information may be done individually, knowledge is created from the social context of peers, teachers. And feedback on the appropriateness and effectiveness of their knowledge and skill is commonly received. Learning occures effectively within environment that have shared understanding of problems and various tools to solve problems. The purpose of this study is to apply the main principles of creative Problem solving and develop e-PBL(Problem-Based Learning) to enhance creative problem solving skill. In this research, the group of students who studied by means of e-PBL based on web 2.0 showed much more satisfaction and problem solving skill than the other group of students who did by e-Learning.

• The Journal of Korean Association of Computer Education
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• v.13 no.1
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• pp.1-8
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• 2010

In the knowledge based society, it is very important to have an ability to solve problem with knowledge and information. In addition, the number of problems that can not be solved only with existing knowledge are increasing. Therefore, we developed an informatics education program that enhances creative problem solving abilities through systematic collection of information. This program designed to enhance both divergent thinking and convergent thinking. The developed program improves the problem solving ability with learner's internal knowledge as well as new information that is collected from external world. More practical and effective program can be provided through continuous program improvement.

• The Journal of Korean Association of Computer Education
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• v.10 no.6
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• pp.19-27
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• 2007

To help programming learning, we have designed a robot programming course that improves complex cognitive abilities. The developed course was implemented in college programming classes and educational effects were analysed. While students are learning through LEGO Mindstorms NXT and NXT-G software, the students' problem solving abilities have been enhanced. The developed robot programming course gives positive effects on learners' problem solving abilities. It means that the developed course helps a learner in a cognitive domain.

• Proceedings of The KACE
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• 2018.08a
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• pp.129-132
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• 2018

미래사회가 요구하는 창의융합형 인재 육성을 위한 기초소양 함양을 위해 소프트웨어 교육이 의무화되는 등 컴퓨팅 사고력과 지능정보사회에 필요한 핵심역량인 협력적 문제해결력의 향상을 위한 소프트웨어 교육에서의 교수 학습 방법이 강조되고 있다. 이에 따라 본 연구에서는 감성적 사고와 창의적 사고력의 균형을 추구하는 디자인 사고와 실생활 맥락적 문제를 해결하는 메이커 활동을 결합한 디자인 사고 기반 메이커교육을 소프트웨어 교육에 적용하여 초등학생의 협력적 문제해결력에 미치는 영향을 검증하고자 한다. 이를 통하여 디자인 사고기반 메이커 교육의 학습효과를 밝히고, 초등학교 수업에서 다른 교과목과 융합한 소프트웨어 교육의 적용방법에 대한 시사점을 제공하고자 한다.

• Journal of the Korea Society of Computer and Information
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• v.17 no.8
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• pp.181-188
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• 2012

In this paper, we propose an a strategy using writing based on STEAM Instruction for information gifted students' creative problem-solving. It is needed a complex and dynamic interaction of variety elements for creative problem solving. And it should be provided experience encompassing various disciplines thorough convergence education for leading to the these interactions and developing the ability to solve complex problems. Writing has already been verified educational effects in a variety subjects. And writing gives a positive impact on creative problem solving by helping awareness of the problem and encouraging critical thinking. In addition, writing can be used as an effective tool for improving problem solving based on similarities between problem-solving process. Learners will find algorithm thorough the process analyzing and writing experience with high-tech products like vending machines, mobile phones and can learn naturally the principles of various disciplines used in real life. Furthermore, learners will experience interaction, convergence of various thinking and cultivate creative problem- solving skills.