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ERIC Number: EJ1483059
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025-Oct
Pages: 15
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1076-2175
EISSN: EISSN-2162-951X
Available Date: 0000-00-00
Cracking the Code: Enhancing Teacher Self-Efficacy and Student Engagement through Professional Learning in Computer Science and Gifted Education
Carla B. Brigandi1; Karen E. Rambo-Hernandez2; Jiangmei Yuan3; Maryann R. Hebda4; Robin Spitznogle1; Remeri Mestemacher-McClanahan1; Sarah Wilson1
Gifted Child Today, v48 n4 p255-269 2025
Code.org is a leading non-profit organization providing professional learning (PL) for K-12 teachers across the United States to advance computer science (CS) education. While PL is known to improve teaching practices and student outcomes in general education, CS, and gifted education, limited research has specifically examined how CS-focused PL influences teachers working with gifted students (GT). This study aimed to assess the effects of CS-focused PL on teachers' self-efficacy and classroom practices, particularly in supporting high-ability learners. We collected data through teacher surveys, classroom observations, and focus group interviews. Results showed notable increases in teacher self-efficacy, although classroom practices demonstrated variability. The study discusses potential modifications to the PL framework to enhance classroom implementation and better meet the needs of gifted students. These findings have important implications for sustaining improved instructional practices and effectively challenging GT students in CS education.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education; Secondary Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers - Location: West Virginia
Grant or Contract Numbers: S206A190014
Department of Education Funded: Yes
Author Affiliations: 1West Virginia University; 2Texas A&M University; 3Penn State University; 4Baylor University