what and why of computational thinking
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What & Why of Computational Thinking
Learn how Computational Thinking can be used to support problem-
solving across all disciplines
Susan S. WellsPresident-Elect 2015-16 for ISTE Mobile Learning Network
http://www.susanswells.com http://www.camptechterra.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanswells [email protected]
@wellssusan
What is computational thinking? Computational thinking is a way of
solving problems, designing systems, and understanding human behavior.
Computational Thinking related to PBL
Project-Based Learning is a dynamic approach to teaching in which students explore real-world problems and challenges. With this type of active and engaged learning, students are inspired to obtain a deeper knowledge and understanding of the subjects they are studying.
Skills of Computational Thinking Problem formation Logic Organizing Analyzing Using models and simulations Using ordered steps (or algorithims) Generalizing Transferring
Why use CT –Focusing on insights and complexity
Persistence through difficult problems
Tolerate problems that don’t have a clear answer
Work with open-ended problems
Work toward common goals with communication and collaboration
Goal of CT
“Students who learn CT across the curriculum can begin to see a relationship between subjects as well as between school and life outside of the classroom.”
https://www.google.com/edu/resources/programs/exploring-computational-thinking/#!ct-overview
Example… Computational Thinking Concept and STEM Application = PBL
Example: Lack of Water Around the World
Computational Thinking Concept- Break a problem into parts or steps STEM Application- Break down global drought crisis areas and determine how drought
conditions are impacting the communities
Computer Science Application- Recognize and find patterns or trends STEM Application- Visualize data comparing water need conditions in parts of the world
Computer Science Application- Develop instructions to solve a problem or steps for a task with data STEM Application- Determine target global water crisis areas based on data, make a plan to
help alleviate water crisis
Operational Definition Computational Thinking
http://csta.acm.org/Curriculum/sub/CurrFiles/CompThinkingFlyer.pdf
https://www.iste.org/explore/articledetail?articleid=152
Susan S. Wells Outreach Coordinator for K-12 Education, Shodor, National
Resource for Computational Science Education President-Elect 2015-16 for ISTE Mobile Learning Network Founder, Camp TechTerra TM and TechTerra TrainingTM, bringing
together technology and nature in STEM-based discovery Consultant on educational technology for K-12
websitehttp://www.susanswells.comhttp://www.camptechterra.comtwitter@wellssusanContact [email protected]
Thank you!