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http://dx.doi.org/10.14697/jkase.2016.36.2.0325

Study of Perception on Programming and Computational Thinking and Attitude toward Science Learning of High School Students through Software Inquiry Activity: Focus on using Scratch and physical computing materials  

Hwang, Yohan (Kyungpook National University)
Mun, Kongju (Ewha Womans University)
Park, Yunebae (Kyungpook National University)
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Journal of The Korean Association For Science Education / v.36, no.2, 2016 , pp. 325-335 More about this Journal
Abstract
Software (SW) education is guided by the government to operate not only computer subject matter but also related subject matter. SW education is highlighted in the 2015 Revised Curriculum and Guide for Operating SW Education. SW education is related with science education. For example, education on algorithms employing SW and activities using sensors/output control can be an effective strategy for scientific inquiry. The method can also be applied in developing Computational Thinking (CT) in students. In this study, we designed lessons to solve everyday scientific problems using Educational Programming Language (EPL) SW and physical computing materials and applied them to high school students. We conducted surveys that were modified from questionnaires of Internet application capability and based on the standard of accomplishment of SW education as well as elements of CT to find out the change in perceptions on programming and CT of students. We also conducted a survey on students' attitude toward science learning after an SW inquiry activity. In the results, perceptions on programming and CT of students were improved through lessons using unplugged activity, EPL SW, and physical computing. In addition, scores for interest, self-directed learning ability, and task commitment were high.
Keywords
Computational Thinking; Educational Programming Language; physical computing; software;
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