Does Exploring Computer Sciene Increase Computer Science Enrollment?

• In Event: Marriott Roundtable Session 22
  In Roundtable Session: Improving Participation, Attitudes, and Outcomes in STEM

Abstract

This study investigated the impact of the Exploring Computer Science (ECS) program on the likelihood that students of all races and gender would pursue further computer science coursework in high school. ECS is designed to foster deep engagement through equitable inquiry around computer science concepts. The results indicate that students who pursued ECS as their first course were more likely to pursue another course relative to taking a traditional course as the first course.

Authors

• Steven McGee, The Learning Partnership

• Randi L McGee-Tekula, The Learning Partnership

• Jennifer Duck, The Learning Partnership