58.025 - Culturally Relevant Computer Science Education: From Theory to Practice

Session Type: Demonstration/Performance

Abstract

Given the importance of technology across all segments of the economy, accessibility to rigorous and inclusive computer science education for all students has become a critical issue. Yet computer science courses remain highly segregated, with girls and people of color vastly underrepresented. With the aim of broadening participation in computing for underrepresented students, this session will explore the theoretical foundations and practical applications of culturally relevant computer science education. Panelists will examine and discuss examples of engaging, equity-focused, social justice oriented practical approaches to computer science education. This session will contribute to understandings of culturally relevant computer science education by building upon the theoretical underpinnings and providing practice-based models of culturally relevant computer science teaching and learning.

Sub Unit

• Division C - Learning and Instructions / Division C - Section 1e: Engineering and Computer Science

Chair

• Julie Flapan, University of California - Los Angeles

Papers

• Exploring Computer Science: Culturally Relevant Pedagogy in Computing - Joanna Goode, University of Oregon; Jane S. Margolis, University of California - Los Angeles

• Leveling the Coding Field: Culturally Relevant Computer Science in the Summer Math and Science Honors (SMASH) Academy - Alexis Martin, Kapor Center for Social Impact; Tia C. Madkins, University of Texas at Austin; Aaron Hobson, University of California - Berkeley

Discussant

• Kimberly A. Scott, Arizona State University