Computer Science Education: Perspectives on Teaching and Learning in School

Description

Drawing together the most up-to-date research from experts all across the world, Computer Science Education provides full, current coverage of a teaching subject that's still developing. It offers the most up-to-date coverage available on this developing subject, ideal for building confidence of new PGCE students teaching a very new discipline, exploring key concepts, pedagogical approaches and assessment practices. Highlights include: - a comprehensive taxonomy of programming misconceptions from Juha Sorva - an up-to-date discussion of computational thinking by Shuchi Grover and Roy Pea - a detailed look at issues of equity in computer science education by Jill Denner and Shannon Campe - teachers' and pupils' attitudes are considered by Quintin Cutts and Peter Donaldson - Paul Curzon and colleagues explore a range of different strategies for teaching computer science concepts - Ira Diethelm and her colleagues highlight the difficulties presented by the language we use to talk about computer science. The book is structured to support the reader with chapter outlines, synopses and key points. Explanations of key concepts, real-life examples and reflective points keep the theory grounded in classroom practice.

Sue Sentance is Senior Lecturer in Computer Science Education at King's College London, UK. Erik Barendsen is Professor in Science Education at Radboud University, The Netherlands, and Professor in Computing Education at Open University, The Netherlands. Carsten Schulte is Professor of Computer Science Education at the University of Paderborn, Germany, and Head of the Computer Science Education Research Group.

Much needed...Will become a key text for computer science teachers, pre-service teachers and teacher trainers, as well as researchers of this subject. * Helen Boulton, Associate Professor, Nottingham Trent University, UK, and Chair, Association of Information Technology and Teacher Education, UK * Curated and crafted by international leaders in computer science (CS) education. They strike a balance between research, practice and thoughtful discussion, presenting evidence-based K-12 CS education in an accessible way. An ideal textbook for any teacher education program or of interest to practising teachers wishing to upskill or refresh in CS education. * Rebecca Vivian, Research Fellow, Computer Science Education Research Group, The University of Adelaide, Australia *