zyBooks Assessment Workshop July 31, 2025

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30 years of teaching experience informs key concepts where students typically struggle Operating System Concepts (OSC) is a mature title that has been around for over 25 years and is now in its 10th edition. The zyVersion of OSC presents the fundamental principles of contemporary operating systems using zyBooks active learning pedagogy that directly engages […]

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As generative AI increasingly handles code writing tasks, computer science education must pivot from teaching students to write code to emphasizing code reading, prompt engineering, and testing skills that will be essential in AI-augmented development environments.

By Nikitha Sambamurthy, PhD, Purdue University, Engineering Education Table of Contents Overview I. IntroductionA. The Engineering Retention ChallengeB. Evolution of Retention StrategiesC. Framework for Success II. Core Strategies A. Math SupportB. Community SupportC. Dynamic Learning III. Role-Specific Implementation Guide A. Provost LevelB. Dean LevelC. Department Head LevelD. Faculty Level IV. References Overview Engineering education in […]

zyBooks Editorial Director Dr. Nikitha Sambamurthy, Ph.D., discusses how undergraduate retention may be improved by increasing student confidence in core engineering classes. Dr. Sambamurthy shares findings from her team’s award-winning, peer-reviewed research.