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The Effect on Computational Thinking and Identified Learning Aspects: Comparing Unplugged SmartGames with SRA-Programming with Tangible or On-Screen Output
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Nardie Fanchamps; Emily van Gool; Lou Slangen; Paul Hennissen – Education and Information Technologies, 2024
Learning basic concepts of programming resulting in a development on computational thinking (CT) can be reached by means of digital programming environments. As a counterpart, the application of unplugged programming activities seems also to have promising potential regarding the impact on CT. The main characteristic of unplugged programming is…
Descriptors: Computation, Thinking Skills, Programming, Computer Peripherals
CT Integration in STEAM Learning: Fostering Students' Creativity by Making Batik Stamp Pattern
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Wahid Yunianto; Adi Nur Cahyono; Theodosia Prodromou; Shereen El-Bedewy; Zsolt Lavicza – Science Activities: Projects and Curriculum Ideas in STEM Classrooms, 2025
Creativity and problem-solving are 21st-century skills that we need to develop in our students. Research on computational thinking (CT) integration in school subjects and STEAM activities has shown a positive effect on students' problem-solving skills and creativity. Our study extends our previous work from the integration of CT in a mathematics…
Descriptors: Computation, Thinking Skills, STEM Education, Creativity
Using Mathematics to Design a Droid
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Roy, George J.; Cunningham, Matthew; Rafanan, Kenneth – Mathematics Teacher: Learning and Teaching PK-12, 2023
In this article, the authors explain how they leveraged the popularity of the "Star Wars" franchise to introduce a task steeped in popular culture as a fun way to engage their students in investigating complex mathematics that have real-life connections to careers in toy design and engineering design in general. The authors share various…
Descriptors: Popular Culture, Films, Learner Engagement, Mathematics Instruction
Enhancing Measurement and Calculation Education in High School through 3D Printing Technology
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Nguyen-Dang Minh Phuc; Huynh Tan Thanh Tam – International Journal for Technology in Mathematics Education, 2024
Mathematics education often grapples with the challenge of teaching abstract mathematical concepts, particularly those existing in 3D space. Visualizing, manipulating, and comprehending these abstract objects can be a formidable task for learners. While 3D printing technology has found applications in various fields, its utilization in mathematics…
Descriptors: High Schools, Technology Uses in Education, Computation, Measurement
Mathematics, 3D Printing, and Computational Thinking through Work-Based Learning (MPACT): An Education Innovation and Research (EIR) Grant Evaluation. Technical Report
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Douglas Gagnon; Ela Joshi; Nicole Arshan; Eliese Rulifson; Elise Levin-Güracar; Tejaswini Tiruke – Grantee Submission, 2023
The Mathematics, 3D Printing, and Computational Thinking Through Work-Based Learning (MPACT) program relies on teacher professional development, specialized curriculum and materials, and STEM industry mentors to provide grades 4-7 students with project-based experiences implemented across three learning modules. This technical report presents…
Descriptors: Mathematics Education, Computer Peripherals, Printing, Computation
Mathematics, 3D Printing, and Computational Thinking through Work-Based Learning (MPACT): An Education Innovation and Research (EIR) Grant Evaluation. Technical Report
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Douglas Gagnon; Ela Joshi; Nicole Arshan; Eliese Rulifson; Elise Levin-Güracar; Tejaswini Tiruke – SRI Education, a Division of SRI International, 2023
The Mathematics, 3D Printing, and Computational Thinking Through Work-Based Learning (MPACT) program combines teacher professional development, specialized curriculum and materials and STEM industry mentors to provide grade 4-7 students with project-based experiences implemented across three learning modules. This technical report presents…
Descriptors: Mathematics Education, Computer Peripherals, Printing, Computation