Defining Computational Thinking

• In Event: RTD - Computational Thinking, Activity Theory, and Learning Analytics

Short Description

Computational thinking is an idea that is reforming educational practices worldwide and commanding National Science Foundation awards totaling in the millions of dollars. Despite this increased interest in the topic, there is no agreement as to what computational thinking is or its components. The purpose of this Delphi study is to define computational thinking patterns through a survey of experts and literature.

Authors

• Peter Rich, Brigham Young University

• Matt Langton, Brigham Young University

• Jessica South, Brigham Young University