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Enforcement of Prerequisites in Computer Science

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Title: Enforcement of Prerequisites in Computer Science
Language: English
Authors: Bekkering, Ernst, Harrington, Patrick
Source: Information Systems Education Journal. May 2023 21(2):14-37.
Availability: Information Systems and Computing Academic Professionals. Box 488, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480. e-mail: publisher@isedj.org; Web site: http://isedj.org
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 24
Publication Date: 2023
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: College Students, Computer Science Education, Prerequisites, Governance, Standards, Majors (Students), School Registration, Academic Records, Data Collection
ISSN: 1545-679X
Abstract: This paper describes the study of enforcement of prerequisites in the Computer Science program at a regional university in the Southwest. Prerequisites are a significant factor in programs of study in higher education. Allowing students to register in courses may assume that they have existing knowledge and skills. Some programs treat prerequisites as advisory, while others consider them mandatory. In the latter case, procedures usually exist to make exceptions in the form of registration overrides. The state of prerequisite enforcement at our university over the years, and some factors that may have influenced adherence to the prerequisite structure over the years, will be discussed in this paper.
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Entry Date: 2023
Accession Number: EJ1385286
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