Blair, Sebastian ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1368-7668 (2026) Github classroom: student attainment, feedback, feedforward and industrial practice. Compass: Journal of Learning and Teaching In Higher Education, 18 (2). pp. 29-33. ISSN 2044-0081 (Print), 2044‑009X (Online) (doi:10.21100/compass.v18i2.1648)

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Abstract

This review evaluates GitHub Classroom as a pedagogical tool in higher education, with reference to computing and digital engineering programmes. The platform facilitates authentic assessment, aligns teaching with industry-standard practices and provides opportunities for engagement, monitoring and feedback. While its strengths include transparency, scalability and formative assessment, challenges remain in relation to the necessary steep learning curve, institutional integration and equity of access. The review concludes with recommendations for practitioners and directions for future research, highlighting the need to balance professional authenticity with inclusive pedagogy.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	github, classroom, github classroom, digital education, version control, higher education
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor L Education > L Education (General) T Technology > T Technology (General)
Faculty / School / Research Centre / Research Group:	Faculty of Engineering & Science Faculty of Engineering & Science > School of Engineering (ENG)
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Last Modified:	10 Mar 2026 15:23
URI:	https://gala.gre.ac.uk/id/eprint/52629

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