An Update on the Application of Agile Principles to Pedagogical Activities and Strategies

In this research, we present an update to our prior work on the initial mapping of agile principles to pedagogical strategies. We have found that agile teaching methods have been primarily confined to project-based and computer information systems-related courses. However, these methods can have a much broader impact on all teaching disciplines. In this update to our research, we review the literature over the last 16 years on the application of agile methods to pedagogical approaches. Further, we attempt to expand upon our initial framework to reflect a more comprehensive implementation, rather than simply a strategy for technology-based courses. In the current research, we reiterate our contention that the congruence of principles of the Agile Manifesto and pedagogical strategies (including Active and Cooperative learning approaches) can improve teaching effectiveness, facilitate learning, create a learning-centric environment, and contribute to student success and retention.