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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
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What is computational thinking? Computational thinking is a way of
solving problems, designing systems, and understanding human behavior.
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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.
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Skills of Computational Thinking Problem formation Logic Organizing Analyzing Using models and simulations Using ordered steps (or algorithims) Generalizing Transferring
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Why use CT –Focusing on insights and complexity
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Persistence through difficult problems
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Tolerate problems that don’t have a clear answer
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Work with open-ended problems
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Work toward common goals with communication and collaboration
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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
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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
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Operational Definition Computational Thinking
http://csta.acm.org/Curriculum/sub/CurrFiles/CompThinkingFlyer.pdf
https://www.iste.org/explore/articledetail?articleid=152
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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]
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