What is GOAL?
GOAL (Gradiance Online Accelerated Learning) is Pearson’s Computer Science on-line homework and assessment technology featuring multiple choice questions and learning labs — the cutting-edge approach to enhancing students learning experiences. GOAL is the most advanced online assessment tool developed for computer science. With its innovative underlying technology, GOAL turns basic homework assignments and programming labs into true learning experiences for students. By using a series of “root questions” and hints, GOAL not only tests a student’s capability, but actually simulates a one-on-one teacher-student tutorial that allows for the student to more easily learn the material. Through the GOAL programming labs, instructors are capable of testing, tracking, and honing their students’ skills, both in terms of syntax and semantics, with an unprecedented level of assessment never before offered. By taking advantage of all that GOAL has to offer, instructors will enhance their students’
