Teaching Software Development According the Agile Concept

Abstract

Widely adopted for its inherent speed, flexibility, adaptability, and collaborative teamwork, Agile serves as a robust framework for navigating the dynamic landscape of software development. For management, it stands out as an optimal approach that promptly responds to evolving customer needs, places a strong emphasis on development and team collaboration, embraces changes, and incorporates customer feedback. Software development according to Agile concepts consists of 1) hearing steak holders’ needs 2) planning and designing 3) software developing 4) trialing 5) redesigning 6) Reviewing and 7) evaluating. Teachers, in this context, assume the role of learning leaders, facilitating the learning process with flexible learning plan, learning-friendly atmosphere, and teamwork-oriented mind. This instructional approach promotes self-directed learning among students and enables them to apply the realm of software development which is an imperative skill for 21st century as the students are encouraged to cultivate competencies that enable them to stay abreast of global changes and advancements in science and technology. This is essential for individuals aspiring to become highly skilled professionals, Innovators, entrepreneurs, and modern farmers in the context of contemporary Thailand.