Computational thinking in classrooms: A study of a PD for STEM teachers in high needs schools

Autor:	Scot McNary, Sarah Haines, Qing Li, Laila J. Richman
Rok vydání:	2020
Předmět:	020204 information systems Management of Technology and Innovation 05 social sciences 0202 electrical engineering electronic engineering information engineering 050301 education 02 engineering and technology Sociology 0503 education Humanities Computer Science Applications Education
Zdroj:	Canadian Journal of Learning and Technology / La revue canadienne de l’apprentissage et de la technologie. 45
ISSN:	1499-6685 1499-6677
DOI:	10.21432/cjlt27857
Popis:	This study explores the influence of a professional development (PD) model aiming to build teacher capacities for K-12 schools. It examines the impact of this PD on teachers’ learning of content and pedagogical knowledge related to computational thinking. It also investigates the lessons learned during the implementation process. This mixed-methods study examined 25 teachers who participated in the PD. The pre- and post-tests analysis showed positive outcomes of this PD in helping teachers learn CT skills. The thematic analysis of the qualitative data identified themes to answer the second, third and fourth research questions. Learner-centered approaches, differentiated learning, and unplugged activities were three main themes identified in teacher-created lesson plans.
Databáze:	OpenAIRE
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