A randomized trial found that a 45-minute prompt-based programming lesson produced modest non-significant performance gains and significant self-efficacy gains compared to code tracing.
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Qualitative interview study of 13 students finds AI availability in programming assignments raises perceived costs and lowers motivation for independent effort, while students still prefer learning through struggle.
Qualitative study of 19 CS students using multi-view visualizations reveals selective engagement driven by agency, fit, and legitimacy rather than cognitive load reduction alone.
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