Exploring the Path of Cultivating Computational Thinking Ability in Primary and Secondary School Students
Journal: Region - Educational Research and Reviews DOI: 10.32629/rerr.v7i6.4178
Abstract
This paper explores in depth the cultivation path of computational thinking ability for primary and secondary school students. At the theoretical level, it systematically sorts out and analyzes the definition and connotation of computational thinking. Clear computational thinking refers to the use of fundamental concepts in computer science, covering key elements such as decomposition, abstraction, modeling, algorithm design, evaluation, and optimization, to engage in thinking activities related to human problem-solving, system design, and behavioral understanding. In terms of exploring the cultivation path, comprehensive and specific strategies have been proposed from multiple dimensions such as curriculum design, teaching method innovation, and faculty team building. In terms of curriculum design, the article particularly emphasizes the importance of courses and the integration of disciplines. In terms of innovative teaching methods, the project-based learning teaching approach was explained in detail. In terms of teacher team building, a detailed construction plan for teacher training has been proposed, and through multidimensional research methods and rich practical cases, some achievements with certain theoretical and practical value have been achieved.
Keywords
primary and secondary school students, computational thinking, curriculum design, path exploration
Funding
Scientific research program funded by Shaanxi Provincial Education Department
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