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Ehsan, Hoda; Rehmat, Abeera P.; Cardella, Monica E. – Science and Children, 2019
Computational thinking can provide a basis for problem solving, for making evidence-based decisions, and for learning to code or create programs. Therefore, it is critical that all students across the K-12 continuum--including students in the early grades--have opportunities to begin developing problem solving and computational thinking skills.…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, STEM Education, Computer Science Education, Thinking Skills
Thomas, Debra Kelly; Milenkovic, Lisa; Marousky, Annamargareth – Science and Children, 2019
Computer science (CS) and computational thinking (a problem-solving process used by computer scientists) teach students design, logical reasoning, and problem solving--skills that are valuable in life and in any career. Computational thinking (CT) concepts such as decomposition teach students how to break down and tackle a large complex problem.…
Descriptors: Computation, Thinking Skills, Computer Simulation, Computer Science Education

Science and Children, 1984
Presents the results of a survey of people who work with computers in an educational setting including classroom teachers, computer laboratory coordinators, and university professors. Journals are listed in order from most frequently to least frequently read and each is accompanied by general impressions and comments on educational usefulness. (JM)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computers, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education

Wall, Roger – Science and Children, 1986
Compares and contrasts the approaches taken by museums and schools in computer education. Reviews representative museum computer programs as "Keyboards for Kids" for preschool children of the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia and the teacher training project of Boston's Museum of Science. Offers perspectives on expanded program options.…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Early Childhood Education, Educational Technology

Presberg, Helen – Science and Children, 1983
Suggestions are provided for organizing a computer club. Also provided are suggested club activities, including the creation of programs related to science units students are studying. A number of tips are included to help teachers make effective use of club time. (JN)
Descriptors: Clubs, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Elementary School Science