NORA: Advanced tool for relational algebra teaching

Authors

  • Timotej Knez Univerza v Ljubljani, Fakulteta za računalništvo in informatiko

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31449/upinf.218

Keywords:

Automatic Query Verification, E-Learning, Remote Grading, Relational Algebra

Abstract

The article introduces an innovative tool for the automatic validation of relational algebra queries piloted in the university course, the "Introduction to Databases." Approximately 170 students actively utilized the tool during practical exercises, homework assignments, and a midterm quiz. The tool enables query writing, execution, and automatic assessment on prepared databases, with a notable emphasis on its Moodle integration. The pilot implementation demonstrated the tool's effectiveness, time-saving benefits in evaluation, and adaptability in grading student solutions. This suggests that the tool represents a significant contribution to enhancing the learning process of relational algebra within computer science and informatics study programmes.

Author Biography

Timotej Knez, Univerza v Ljubljani, Fakulteta za računalništvo in informatiko

Timotej Knez je leta 2021 pridobil magisterij iz računalništva in informatike. Trenutno zaseda položaj mladega raziskovalca na Fakulteti za računalništvo in informatiko Univerze v Ljubljani. Ukvarja z raziskovanjem uporabe znanstvenih baz v obdelavi naravnega jezika. Dela tudi kot asistent pri predmetu osnove podatkovnih baz na fakulteti.

Published

2024-03-07

How to Cite

[1]
Knez, T. 2024. NORA: Advanced tool for relational algebra teaching. Applied Informatics. 31, 4 (Mar. 2024). DOI:https://doi.org/10.31449/upinf.218.

Issue

Section

Professional papers