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Munn, Carol – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 2021
This paper explores Computational Thinking (CT) through the experiences and interactions of sixth-grade students as they were engaging in a science lesson utilizing robotics. This robotics unit institutes the shifting from traditional to engaging hands-on activities coupled with CT skills that are exciting, intriguing, and inviting to students.…
Descriptors: Robotics, Grade 6, Units of Study, Science Instruction
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Coffey, John W.; Koonce, Robert – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 2008
This article contains a description of the organization and method of use of an active learning environment named MODeLeR, (Multimedia Object Design Learning Resource), a tool designed to facilitate the learning of concepts pertaining to object modeling with the Unified Modeling Language (UML). MODeLeR was created to provide an authentic,…
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Active Learning, Teaching Methods, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Holmboe, Christian; Scott, Phil H. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 2005
Within-group similarities and between-group differences are used to illustrate the socio-cultural nature of the concept-building process in highly collaborative computer science classrooms. Simultaneously, a social constructivist perspective is used to describe the individual aspects of this development. The study uses written explanations from…
Descriptors: Language Usage, Concept Formation, Individual Development, Constructivism (Learning)