SET, a CASE tool to guide the creation of domain and use case models in an introductory sofware engineering course

Abstract

[ES] La idea de utilizar CASE (Computer Aided Software Engineering) en la educación como un aprendizaje interactivo ha ido surgiendo progresivamente. el proceso de aprendizaje resulta más eficaz, rápido y persistente. En este trabajo se presenta una herramienta CASE llamada Software Engineering Tutor (SET), cuyo objetivo principal es mejorar el conocimiento de los estudiantes en el campo de ingeniería de software, específicamente para guiarlos en la creación del dominio y uso de los de casos. Además, ofrece un repositorio de casos de estudio, tratando de compartir experiencias en torno a la comunidad universitaria y profesional. Nuestra experiencia con este software durante el año académico 2008 - 2009, en un curso introductoria en Ingeniería de Software, muestra que SET es una herramienta útil para los profesores, en su enfoque de aprendizaje, y muy instructivo en la asimilación de los conocimientos de los estudiantes.

[EN] The idea of Using CASE (Computer Aided Software Engineering) tools in Education as an interactive learning has been emerging for several Topics in Computer Science. the learning process proves to be more effective, rapid and Even persistent. This paper presents a CASE tool named Software Engineering Tutor (SET), which main aim is to improve the students’ knowledge in Software Engineering field, specifically to guide them in the creation of domain and use case odels. Besides, this tool offers a repository of casestudies, trying to make an effort to share experiences around the university and professional community. Our experience with this ool during the 2008-­‐2009academic year, in an introductory Software Engineering course, shows that SET is a useful tool for teachers, in their learning approach, and very instructive in the assimilation of knowledge for students. Moreover, it has become a key element for the continuous assessment process support that was introduced in 2005-­‐06 course.