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The State of the Field of Computational Thinking in Early Childhood Education. OECD Education Working Papers. No. 274
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Bers, Marina Umaschi; Strawhacker, Amanda; Sullivan, Amanda – OECD Publishing, 2022
Computer programming and associated Computational Thinking (CT) skills are essential to thriving in today's academic and professional world. There has been a growing focus globally on fostering CT skills as well as on introducing computer programming concepts and languages beginning as early as kindergarten and pre-primary school. Tools,…
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Computation, Critical Thinking, Early Experience
A Critical Review of Literature on "Unplugged" Pedagogies in K-12 Computer Science and Computational Thinking Education
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Huang, Wendy; Looi, Chee-Kit – Computer Science Education, 2021
Background and Context: Computational thinking (CT) is considered as a valuable literacy for all students, and its inclusion in compulsory schooling could increase the numbers of underrepresented students who pursue computing-related careers. Computer Science Unplugged (CSU) had success in making computer science (CS) accessible to K-12 students…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Programming, Thinking Skills, Skill Development
Exploring Opportunities for Online Instruction for Individuals with Severe Disabilities.
Sparks, Nathan M. – 2002
This article examines the current state of available programming and content delivered via the Internet for individuals with severe disabilities. An examination of current research points to a lack of free programming and content devoted to the educational needs of these students. Currently available resources for individuals with more significant…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Access to Information, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs