Computer Science Education Research (CSER) Resource Page
Computer Science Education Research (CSER) Resource Page
Journals and Conferences
Journal |
Publication Period |
Impact Factor (2020) |
Scope |
| Mathematics and Computer Education |
3/year |
N/A | Research; Practice; lower-division college; development of materials for the improvement of classroom effectiveness in the first years of college and higher education practitioners with specific concepts. |
| Journal of Educational Computing Research |
8/year |
1.90 |
Research into the applications, effects, and implications of computer-based education in a general context. It also includes research on the development and effectiveness of innovative computer hardware and software for use in educational environments. |
| Computers and Education: Journal |
Multiple times per year (12-18) |
7.850 |
Research on increasing knowledge and understanding of ways in which digital technology can enhance education through theory and practice. |
| Computer science education |
4/year |
1.810 |
Research with a specific focus on teaching and learning within the computing discipline. |
For research applicable to outside a discipline, please see this comprehensive annotated list: https://teaching.mcmaster.ca/app/uploads/2019/08/Comprehensive-List-of-SoTL-Journals.pdf
Conferences
Conference |
Period |
Location |
Scope/notes |
| Western Canadian Conference on Computing Education (WCCCE) |
2/year |
Varies across Canada | Discussing the development of computing programs and curricula and sharing innovative strategies and tools for teaching & learning in fields such as computer science, computer technology, information systems, and information technology. |
| SIGCSE Technical Symposium |
1/year |
Varies around the world |
Forum for educators and others interested in improving computing education in K-12, colleges, and higher education settings. |
| Canadian undergraduate computer science conference |
1/year |
Varies across Canada | Undergraduate computer science students from across Canada connect to leaders in academia and industry, as well as showcase innovative undergraduate research. |
| ACM Conference on Global Computing Education | 1/year | Varies around the world | The global computer science education community shares their innovative thoughts on computer science syllabi and laboratories, teaching and pedagogy. |
| ACM Conference on Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education (ITiCSE) | 1/year | Varies around the world | Online conference to exchange scientific knowledge, posters and keynote presentations on innovation and technology in computer science education. |
| IEEE Frontiers in Education (FIE) Conference | 1/year | Varies around the world | International conference for discussions on the latest and best engineering and computer education practices between engineering and computer science faculty to re-define education and ensure students are prepared for their future careers. |
| Annual International Conference on International Computing Education Research (ICER) | 1/year | Varies around the world | Discussions and research study on how the understanding of computers processes and devices develops, and how to improve that understanding in primary, secondary and post-secondary students. |
| Canadian Engineering Education Association Conference (CEEA) | 1/year | Varies across Canada | Some research, some practice/teaching tips. |