Measuring Curriculum Alignment across Topical Coverage, Competency, and Cognitive Depth: A Longitudinal Framework Applied to CS2013 and CS2023
Researchers analyzed how computer science curricula align with industry standards by comparing CS2013 and CS2023 guidelines. Using a human-in-the-loop AI pipeline, they identified articulation and depth gaps. The study concludes that simply covering topics is insufficient; programs must also meet specific cognitive depths and formal competency requirements.