Computer Network Course Research Articles

A Comprehensive Teaching Reform Model for a Computer Networks Course Based on Integrated Information Systems

in integrating and realigning the applied skills training at Minnan Normal University (MNNU), we analyzed the current situation and problems in the teaching of the Computer Networks course based on national standards on teaching quality and the Engineering Education Accreditation standards of China. Guided by a self-developed educational management system, teaching ex-perimentation platform and questionnaire survey system, based in a cloud com-puting platform, we adopted a problem-oriented research method to explore comprehensive teaching reform from four perspectives: teaching methods, teacher development, resource guarantees and continual improvement. The teaching reform cases show that the students’ ability to solve problems was sig-nificantly improved, and the goal of cultivating student knowledge, ability and quality has been achieved.

Cisco Packet Tracer Simulation as Effective Pedagogy in Computer Networking Course

The Computer Networking course commonly taught in mixed mode involving lecture and practical session whereas beside face-to-face theory session, students need to experience hands-on activities in order to appreciate the technology and contents. Nevertheless the abstraction in Computer Networking course such as the complexity in TCP/IP network layering, the connection and configuration of client and server’s framework, differences in static and dynamic IP address configuration had imposed a great challenge for students to understand and grab the main concept of computer networking technology. As such, an approach of using computer network simulation and visualization tool in teaching and learning Computer Networking course is seen beneficial for educators and students. In this research, computer network simulation software of CISCO Packet Tracer was utilized in Computer Networking (MTN3023) course. Students (N=55) were exposed to CISCO Packet Tracer on which they developed Wide Area Network (WAN) that consists of configuration activities of Personal Computer (PC), Servers and Switches according to CISCO standard. Subsequently, student’s feedback and their insight on the effectiveness of CISCO packet Tracer in learning computer networking were probed using questionnaire. All the feedbacks were investigating statistically using SPSS 16.0. From the analysis, the descriptive results shown that all students were agreed (N=32 : Strongly Agree; N=23 : Agree) that CISCO Packet Tracer had successfully help them to understand several key concepts of computer networking and at the same quash some abstractions they faced in the course. In a nutshell, CISCO Packet Tracer as a simulation and visualization tool had been proven to be an effective software in supporting the teaching and learning of computer networking course.

MMORPG Game Framework Based on Learning Style for Learning Computer Netwoking

The widespread use of computer networks and high demand for computer networking skills in business and industry led to computer networking courses becoming popular in higher education institutions. However, conventional learning has not succeeded in developing the understanding and relevant skills at the expected level. Students’ performance in computer networking courses has shown a significant drop. Preliminary survey found that majority of students feel that the teachings do not match their learning styles, so boredom seems to be the main cause of decreasing performances. Therefore, this study aims to examine the effectiveness of using a Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game (MMORPG) designed based on learning styles in motivating and helping the learning of Computer Network courses. The objectives of the study are to develop a Computer Network course learning framework using online games that take into account student’s learning style, verifying and validating the framework through implementation in game prototype and assessing student acceptance of the game. The IPGame prototype designed based on constructivism, adult learning, flow and engagement theories and scaffolding techniques was developed, while the learning styles used are sequential and global. The results showed that the game has a high motivational value to students and thus the framework can be used to guide development of educational games with similar content.

PENGEMBANGAN APLIKASI MOBILE LEARNING PADA MATA KULIAH PEMROGRAMAN CLIENT SERVER UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PRESTASI BELAJAR MAHASISWA

ABSTRACT- This study aims to design interactive multimedia for computer client server programming with Android-based so that it can be accessed via smartphone. Client server programming course is one of compulsory subjects in Informatics Engineering course. With the realization of multimedia is expected to shorten the learning time of students, and students can more easily understand the material of client server programming rather than through the tutorial tutorial as usual, and is expected to improve learning achievement. This multimedia realization chose to use the Android operating system to be accessible through smartphone that is currently widely used by the students. This interactive multimedia presents theories, simulations and problems as the evaluation of client server programming learning. The results of this interactive multimedia will be tested through the test instrument to the students on the study program of Informatika Technique of Asahan University. Instrument test used to know student achievement. Test instrument used is a questionnaire instrument to determine the quality of interactive multimedia computer network courses. Multimedia is designed using the main software such as Macromedia Flash, Macromedia Director, and Macromedia Authorware and Eclipse 4.2 along with supporting applications. The material to be delivered on interactive multimedia is tailored to the syllabus of client server programming courses on Strata 1 level. The expected research output is in the form of teaching materials for the enrichment of client server programming subjects and multimedia technology and will be socialized through the national seminar in the field of informatic engineering. Keywords - interactive multimedia, Android, client server programming

Discussion on the Teaching Reform of Computer Network Course Based on CDIO Mode

With the popularization of computer technology and the Internet, the demand for computer network talents in the society has been increasing. Computer network technology education has become an important part of current university and social education research. How can universities adapt to the development of computer network technology, do a good job in teaching computer network courses, cultivate outstanding talents that adapt to the information society, and make the theory and practice practical, so that students can quickly adapt to their jobs, which is the current computer network curriculum reform in colleges and universities Questions that need to be considered and resolved. Combining the requirements of the three colleges to cultivate the goal of comprehensive application talents, we draw on the idea of CDIO engineering education as the basis for the curriculum system design of this curriculum reform, so as to improve the teaching quality and cultivate students' engineering practice ability and comprehensive innovation ability.

Research on Effective Teaching Methods for English-medium Instruction Computer Networking Course

Chinese universities have been strongly supported by government to promote English-Medium Instruction (EMI) in the past two decades. While EMI is not simply translating lecture contents into English, the teaching methods should be adjusted accordingly. This study aims at seeking effective EMI teaching methods for engineering courses, taking the case of Computer Networking course in Shanghai Maritime University. Several computer-aided teaching methods have been practised, including interactive teaching with Rain Classroom, class demonstration with Wireshark and Packet Tracer, video review, online teaching resources, and hands-on projects. Based on our teaching experience, a 3-step interactive teaching routine was set up and practiced. The comparing result of three consecutive years’ final exam scores and labs scores show an overall improvement of the students’ learning outcomes. An online questionnaire was designed to investigate the students’ opinions on teaching contents and methods. The collected survey results and feedbacks show that most of the students approve of our EMI teaching methods. But there are up to 27.5% students who still consider EMI academic course is difficult. The cross comparative result of the online students’ survey reveals that the students’ previous EMI experience greatly affects their perceived level of difficulty. It should be very helpful to offer an introductory EMI course or an ESP (English for Special Purpose) course for the engineering freshmen to prepare them for the follow-up EMI academic courses.

Suatu Kajian Literatur Masalah-Masalah yang Dihadapi dalam Mata Kuliah Jaringan Komputer

Abstract— Computer network course is a subject that is the basic course that must be mastered by students majoring in Informatics Engineering. Practical and interesting learning has an interesting role in the learning process. Exciting learning can improve student learning outcomes and help students improve their understanding, as well as increase their motivation to improve their learning outcomes and knowledge. This article will discuss the problems related to computer network courses that are teaching methods and learning media. Based on the objectives of computer network courses it is proposed to optimize the content in teaching as well as on instructional media proposed to adopt software simulation for teaching to be interesting.
 Keywords: Computer Networking, Simulation, Teaching Method, Instructional Media

Introducing RDMA into computer networks course

With rapid growth of data processing, computing, and communication in the architecture of High Performance Computing (HPC), traditional TCP/IP network cannot meet the increasing demand for high thr...

Implementation and Evaluation of Flipped Classroom as IoT Element into Learning Process of Computer Network Education

Students nowadays are hard to be motivated to study lessons with traditional teaching methods. Computers, smartphones, tablets and other smart devices disturb students' attentions. Nevertheless, those smart devices can be used as auxiliary tools of modern teaching methods. In this article, the authors review two popular modern teaching methods: flipped classroom and gamification. Next, they implement flipped classrooms as an element of IoT (Internet of Things) into learning process of computer networks course, by using Cisco networking academy tools, instead of traditional learning. The survey provided to students shows good feedback from students. The authors report the impact of flipped classroom implementation with data obtained from two parallel sections (one flipped classroom and the other traditional classroom). The results show that the flipped classroom approach is better than the traditional classroom approach with a difference of approximately 20% increase in the average of attendance, lab work, quizzes, midterm exams and final exam.

Impacts of m-DPBL Approach towards Computer Networks Teaching and Learning Process

Multimedia learning helps students understand concepts. Almost all subjects nowadays require multimedia to accomplish their learning objectives, one of them being the Computer Networks course. However, the major population of institutions follows a traditional approach to teaching when it comes to the Computer Networks subject. Abstract concepts and principles are described by the lecturer orally and followed by illustrating some examples using the whiteboard. This situation has decreased students’ interest and problem-solving skills. Therefore, innovation of the learning model is imperative for a new development. This study discusses the impacts of multimedia teaching and learning of Computer Networks in the Direct Problem-Based Learning (m-DPBL) approach. A quasi-experimental group with pre-test and post-test design was used. Third-year students (N=276) who took Computer Networks subject from two different departments in Dian Nuswantoro University, Indonesia and five lecturers participated in this study. Two selected instructional approaches; one used direct instruction lecturer approach while the other used the m-DPBL approach. Standardised questionnaires of attitude, interest, and creative thinking, teamwork, and knowledge abilities were administered before and after three weeks. Learning outcomes were significantly positively (Sig. p =.000) in terms of students’ attitude, interest (Sig. p =0.001), and knowledge (Sig. p = .000). There were differences in the mean scores between direct instruction and the m-DPBL approach. Students’ attitude mean score increased 2.15 points (7,8%), students’ interest mean score increased 1.34 points (4,4%), and students’ knowledge mean score increased 11.22 points (25,9%).

Exploring the Practical Teaching Reform of Network Courses

With the transformation from normal college to applied university, the professional courses of science and engineering pay more attention to the transformation of theory to practice, and practical courses are put in an increasingly important position. Computer Network Courses originally had strong applicability, monotonous teaching methods aren’t more suited to the current curriculum development needs. This article starts from many aspects and tries to analyze and study the practical teaching mode of network courses, so as to improve the teaching quality of these courses in essence so that the teachers can fully understand the theoretical knowledge and at the same time it strengthens the investment in practical teaching, and actively promote students to carry out experimental activities, and finally allow students to absorb and digest heretical knowledge in practice.

Application and Study on Problem-Based in Computer Network Teaching

Problem-Based Teaching is a teaching method based on problems, in which the teacher combs the knowledge of the course and establishes the chain of questions. So students try to find solutions of them in the learning process. Computer network course is the core course of computer specialty. It involves many knowledge points which is scattered and covering a wide range, so that it is abstract and difficult to understand. Students feel it is difficult to learning because there is no direct link between various protocols. This paper analyzes the existing problems in computer network teaching, puts forward the application of “Problem-Based” interactive teaching mode in computer network course, puts forward that creating problem situation on the basis of theoretical analysis and practice is an effective teaching strategy, and defines the design principles of effective problems. Practice has proved that the application of Problem-Based Teaching method in computer network course can stimulate students' interest in learning, enhance students' self-learning awareness and cultivate students' self-learning ability. This paper takes the “identification protocol” as an example and expounds in detail how to cultivate the students' ability to apply computer network knowledge by creating a series of question chains in computer network teaching.

Teaching Reform of Computer Network Course for Engineering Applications

This paper takes application-oriented undergraduate colleges and universities as the target, and aims at cultivating students’ engineering application ability. It analyzes the main problems existing in computer network teaching at present and summarizes some reforms and achievements of ours in the aspects of the theoretical teaching content, teaching team building, construction of online course resources, application of teaching aids, and practical teaching content, etc. The reforms of this paper provide some reference for the reform of computer network courses in similar colleges and universities.

Research on Reform of Ideological and Political Education in Computer Network Course Based on Thinking Innovation

At present, the ideological education model adopted in computer network courses in Chinese universities is based on the ideological education model of "Ideological and Ideological Education Curriculum". This model is difficult to adapt to the current situation of the current teaching environment, and there is a situation of "islanding" of the ideological and political courses. In order to alleviate this situation, strengthening ideological education has a major role in the cultivation of students' personality and the training of high-level talents in the country. This paper conducts in-depth research on ideological education in the current computer network curriculum. This thesis combines theory and practice, compares a variety of commonly used teaching models and contemporary teaching examples, and proposes to establish a "five in one" talent training model and build "education into the classroom" education and teaching system. The new ideological and political teaching methods make the professional classes vivid and conducive to cultivating talents with both morality and intelligence.

Study on Teaching Methods of Computer Network Course Based on Analogy and Problem-based Approach

Study on Teaching Methods of Computer Network Course Based on Analogy and Problem-based Approach

IP Addressing: Problem-Based Learning Approach on Computer Networks

The case study presented in this paper describes the pedagogical aspects and experience gathered while using an e-learning tool named IPA-PBL. Its main purpose is to provide additional motivation for adopting theoretical principles and procedures in a computer networks course. In the proposed model, the sequencing of activities of the learning process is grouped into three phases based on educational goals. In this way, the same tool is used on several courses with different curricula. In IPA-PBL, problem-based learning (PBL) is applied as a pedagogical strategy, as well as a set of concrete methods implemented in the software. Together with the pedagogical model, specific domain ontology is designed. In this way, the learner's knowledge can be analyzed in order to collect data necessary for the dynamic adaptation of system behavior. The results collected while using IPA-PBL are compared to those obtained without using the system. Statistical analysis, together with pertaining considerations and conclusions, are also presented in the paper.

Asesmen Otentik sebagai Pendukung Desain Instruksional Jaringan Komputer Berstrategi Blended-Learning dengan Pendekatan Konstruktivistik

This study aimed to develop instructional design of computer network courses packed with blanded learning strategy, and presented with constructivist approach of subak concept. The method used in this research is the method of research and development (R & D) using the Instructional Development Models (MPI) steps that adapt the Dick & Carey model. Each Chapter, equipped with an evaluation packed with authentic assessment. The authentic assessments used include: performance assessments, essays, products and portfolios. Based on the analysis of needs and instructional that has been done can be concluded that according to the syllabus used, there are 11 Chapter with twenty-three special instructional purposes computer network lecture material that can be analogy in subak concept. Three chapters have not been successfully analysed: internet protocol material, internetworking and naming protocol and directori.

The effect of authentic m‐learning activities on student engagement and motivation

AbstractAuthentic collaborative m‐learning activities were designed, developed and implemented for a computer networking course. The effect of the activities on student engagement and motivation were analyzed using a mixed method research design. Moreover, the effect of the iterative design of the content and instructional process of authentic m‐learning activities on students' engagement and motivation were analyzed in the study. The activities were implemented for two consecutive semesters and were modified based on the findings from the first semester. Student engagement survey and motivation questionnaire were used to collect quantitative data, student interview protocol was used to collect qualitative data for further investigation. The findings from the first semester indicated that the engagement categories “personal development” and “satisfaction from the course” had the highest mean scores. In the second semester, the highest mean score belonged to the “personal development” category, followed by “collaborative learning.” Comparison of the results from two semesters revealed that the improvements in the content of the activities and instructional process increased the “collaboration” among students as well as their “interaction with instructor.” Paired sample t‐tests revealed a difference in indicators of student motivation within groups in both semesters. Analysis of the interview data showed that students perceived the authentic activities as an appropriate tool for enhancement in “communication” and “collaboration” opportunities.

Employing Facebook in Knowledge and Skill Achievement in Basics of Communication Systems for Computer Science Section Students

T his study aimed at investigating the difficulties facing computer networks, Basics of Communication Systems. Sixty students were selected randomly from students of Computer Science section at Kafr-Elshiekh Higher Institute for Information Technology and were divided in to two random groups : experimental and control groups , 30 students each . The study used the experimental method and the following material and tools: A learning strategy based on Facebook for basics of communication systems in computer networks course. An educational interactive group for basics of communication systems in computer networks course. Test of knowledge achievement in basics of communication systems. The results were as follows : There is a significant difference between both groups in achievement in both post-application and difference between pre- and post-applications which refers that there is a significant difference between both groups at significance level (0.05 ≥) in achievement in post-application free of pre-application in favor of the experimental group being owner of the higher mean scores and the researcher attributes this for Facebook effectiveness. There is a significant difference between both groups in skill performance in both post-application and difference between pre- and post-applications which refers that there is a significant difference between both groups at significance level (0.05 ≥) in skill performance in post-application free of pre-application effects in favor of the experimental group being owner of the higher average and the researcher attributes this for Facebook effectiveness.

Development of Educational Applications on the Social Network of Facebook and Its Effects on Students’ Academic Achievement

Nowadays Facebook with a population of over 1 billion members is one of the biggest communities in the world. Besides this, educational computer games are the applications that make learning more fun. In this study, an educational game was designed and developed through the model of Digital Game-Based Learning- Teaching in relation to the OSI Model in the Computer Networks Course and integrated into the social network of Facebook. After that, the effect of this application on the students’ academic achievements was investigated. Therefore, a game called “the Osi Network Game” was developed and put online on Facebook as an educational application. There were two scales of attitude used for the analysis stage of the model of Digital Game-Based Learning-Teaching: to determine the students’ attitude towards the educational computer games and the educational use of social networks. The quantitative research was conducted with a group of 70 volunteer students taking the Computer Networks course at the vocational school of Computer Programming and at the department of Computer Education and Instructional Technology at Amasya University. According to the results of the study the students’ attitudes towards educational games and the educational use of social networks were found to be positive and “the Osi Network Game” had positive effects on the students’ academic achievements. It can be suggested that such applications be used in other areas such as mathematics, science and so on.