Coding and Critical Thinking: Beyond the Walls of the Mathematics Curriculum

• In Event: 34.066 - Outside-the-Box Insights on Technologies + Pedagogies

Abstract

In this research, we explored two different approaches to integrating computational thinking in into the curriculum of a grade seven class. Some propose that computational thinking should be a medium to further the school curriculum. Others suggest that computational thinking is an object itself and should be introduced as the basis of other learning. To explore these contexts we consider learning framed as “wide-walls” and we contemplate optimal structures for engaging in both computational thinking and mathematical learning. Implications for classroom instruction and further research will be discussed.

Authors

• Brandon Dickson, Western University

• Lauren M Harris, Huron Uniersity

• Taylor Boyd, University of Western Ontario

• Donna Kotsopoulos, Huron University College