Enhancing Pen-based Experiences with the Use of Concept Maps

The paper presents two pedagogical scenarios that use pen-based technology, aimed at improving the quality and efficiency of the instructional process in higher education, in the framework of a computer science course. The pedagogical strategy exploits the use of concept maps to increase meaningful learning and conceptual reasoning, and tries to show how the novel technology of digital ink can support several learning styles. The preliminary results of an associated survey are also reported here.