| EPSRC Reference: |
EP/I038225/1 |
| Title: |
Metacognitive Instruction, Confidence and Prediction Accuracy in Software Engineering (MICaPASE) |
| Principal Investigator: |
Shepperd, Professor M |
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| Department: |
Information Systems Computing and Maths |
| Organisation: |
Brunel University London |
| Scheme: |
Standard Research |
| Starts: |
01 October 2011 |
Ends: |
31 March 2013 |
Value (£): |
42,043
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| EPSRC Research Topic Classifications: |
| Psychology |
Software Engineering |
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| Financial Services |
Information Technologies |
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| Panel History: |
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13 Jul 2011
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EPSRC ICT Responsive Mode - July 2011
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Announced
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Summary on Grant Application Form |
Effective prediction, for example of project cost, is an essential aspect of software engineering. Although considerable research has been devoted to this topic, the role of human experts has been under-emphasised.
Our aim is to investigate the impact of enhanced metacognitive awareness on prediction and confidence (uncertainty assessment) to improve the prediction practices of software professionals. This will be accomplished by developing metacognitive awareness during a series of experiments with software professionals as participants. The major outcomes will be a better understanding of (i) the factors that influence prediction and uncertainty assessment skills and (ii) how industry practice can be enhanced. The findings will impact the software industry, its clients and other sectors where accurate predictions are required in uncertain environments.
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http://www.brunel.ac.uk |