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Computational thinking
About: Computational thinking is a research topic. Over the lifetime, 3729 publications have been published within this topic receiving 45300 citations. The topic is also known as: algorithmizing & procedural thinking.
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TL;DR: In this paper, a universally applicable attitude and skill set for computer science is presented, which is a set of skills and attitudes that everyone would be eager to learn and use, not just computer scientists.
Abstract: It represents a universally applicable attitude and skill set everyone, not just computer scientists, would be eager to learn and use.
6,382 citations
TL;DR: The current state of discourse on computational thinking in K-12 education by examining mostly recently published academic literature that uses Wing's article as a springboard, identifies gaps in research, and articulates priorities for future inquiries as mentioned in this paper.
Abstract: Jeannette Wing’s influential article on computational thinking 6 years ago argued for adding this new competency to every child’s analytical ability as a vital ingredient of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) learning. What is computational thinking? Why did this article resonate with so many and serve as a rallying cry for educators, education researchers, and policy makers? How have they interpreted Wing’s definition, and what advances have been made since Wing’s article was published? This article frames the current state of discourse on computational thinking in K–12 education by examining mostly recently published academic literature that uses Wing’s article as a springboard, identifies gaps in research, and articulates priorities for future inquiries.
2,016 citations
7 Mar 2007
TL;DR: Computational Thinking is a universal metaphor of reasoning used by both mankind and machines and has the potential to be a comprehensive umbrella for capturing the intrinsic nature of computing and conveying this in an understandable way to students and the general public.
Abstract: 1. SUMMARY Computational Thinking [1] is a universal metaphor of reasoning used by both mankind and machines. From this perspective it has the potential to be a comprehensive umbrella for capturing the intrinsic nature of computing and conveying this in an understandable way to students and the general public. It represents a broad spectrum of reasoning across time and disciplines. Learning to count is a beginning of human computational thinking, followed naturally by arithmetic computation and abstract levels of symbol based thinking, often starting with algebra. Counting, arithmetic, symbols and abstract thinking are fundamental to the study of computing.
1,883 citations
TL;DR: The process of increasing student exposure to computational thinking in K-12 is complex, requiring systemic change, teacher engagement, and development of signifi cant resources.
Abstract: The process of increasing student exposure to computational thinking in K-12 is complex, requiring systemic change, teacher engagement, and development of signifi cant resources Collaboration with the computer science education community is vital to this effort
1,682 citations
TL;DR: In thinking about computing, the authors need to be attuned to the three drivers of their field: science, technology and society, to revisit the most basic scientific questions of computing.
Abstract: Computational thinking will influence everyone in every field of endeavour. This vision poses a new educational challenge for our society, especially for our children. In thinking about computing, we need to be attuned to the three drivers of our field: science, technology and society. Accelerating technological advances and monumental societal demands force us to revisit the most basic scientific questions of computing.
1,579 citations
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| 2020 | 595 |