Computational Thinking for All: Pedagogical Approaches to Embedding 21st Century Problem Solving in K-12 Classrooms
By Aman Yadav, Hai Hong, Chris Stephenson. TechTrends, 2016
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The recent focus on computational thinking as a key 21st century skill for all students has led to a number of curriculum initiatives to embed it in K-12 classrooms. In this paper, we discuss the key computational thinking constructs, including algorithms, abstraction, and automation. We further discuss how these ideas are related to current educational reforms, such as Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards and provide specific means that would allow teachers to embed these ideas in their K-12 classrooms, including recommendations for instructional technologists and professional development experts for infusing computational thinking into other subjects. In conclusion, we suggest that computational thinking ideas outlined in this paper are key to moving students from merely being technology-literate to using computational tools to solve problems.
Subfields: Computer Science Applications, Developmental and Educational Psychology, Molecular Biology
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- Expanding computer science education in schools: understanding teacher experiences and challenges (2016, background): “The current demand to train more teachers in computing (Yadav et al., 2016; Cuny, 2012), along with the high risk of attrition of computing teachers (CAS, 2016) and the lack of clarity surrounding teaching licensure programs in computer science (Gal-Ezer & Stephenson, 2010) makes it imperative for…”