Fostering Computational Thinking Among Underrepresented Students in STEM: Strategies for Supporting Racially Equitable Computing

By: Jacqueline Leonard and Jakita O. Thomas and Roni Ellington and Monica B. Mitchell and Olatokunbo S. Fashola

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Synopsis: This book broadly educates preservice teachers and scholars about current research on computational thinking (CT). More specifically, attention is given to computational algorithmic thinking (CAT), particularly among underrepresented K–12 student groups in STEM education. Computational algorithmic thinking (CAT)—a precursor to CT—is explored in this text as the ability to design, implement, and evaluate the application of algorithms to solve a variety of problems. Drawing on observations from research studies that focused on innovative STEM programs, including underrepresented students in rural, suburban, and urban contexts, the authors reflect on project-based learning experiences, pedagogy, and evaluation that are conducive to developing advanced computational thinking, specifically among diverse student populations. This practical text includes vignettes and visual examples to illustrate how coding, computer modeling, robotics, and drones may be used to promote CT and CAT among students in diverse classrooms.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
Book Size:: 202 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9781000408898
Related ISBNs:: 9781003024552, 9780367456511, 9780367456504
Publisher:: Taylor and Francis
Date of Addition:: 08/12/21
Copyrighted By:: Taylor & Francis
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Science, Computers and Internet, Technology, Education
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.