Journal of Information Systems Education (JISE)

Volume 29

Volume 29 Number 2, Pages 65-74

Spring 2018


Scrum-Based Learning Environment: Fostering Self-Regulated Learning


Tanya Linden
Swinburne University of Technology
Hawthorn, Victoria 3122, Australia


Abstract: Academics teaching software development courses are experimenting with teaching methods aiming to improve students’ learning experience and learning outcomes. Since Agile software development is gaining popularity in industry due to positive effects on managing projects, academics implement similar Agile approaches in student-centered learning environments. In this paper, we discuss teaching introductory programming based on Scrum. Our learning environment, supported by the Doubtfire learning management system, fosters perceived autonomy and perceived competence by providing tools and opportunities for self-regulated learners to adjust their learning strategies. Evaluation of the learning environment revealed that students want to be in control of their learning.

Keywords: Agile, Scrum, Self-regulated learning, Introductory programming, Programming

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Recommended Citation: Linden, T. (2018). Scrum-Based Learning Environment: Fostering Self-Regulated Learning. Journal of Information Systems Education, 29(1), 65-74.