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http://dx.doi.org/10.22156/CS4SMB.2021.11.10.151

A Conceptual Study on Computational Thinking for Non-majors  

Hong, Mi-Sun (Intelligent Software Education Center, Jeju National University)
Cho, Jungwon (Intelligent Software Education Center, Jeju National University)
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Journal of Convergence for Information Technology / v.11, no.10, 2021 , pp. 151-158 More about this Journal
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to examine the concept of computational thinking in an easy-to-understand way for non-computer majors. First, It is necessary to expand from the problem-solving perspective to the perspective of problem discovery and creation ability, and establish it as a thinking ability that can cultivate human-like thinking, that is, creative thinking. Second, the concept of computational thinking can be viewed not only in the cognitive aspect but also in the emotional motive and attitude aspect. Third, systematic design of teaching methods is needed based on the expansion of the concept to computational thinking that helps learners to improve their reflective ability. It is expected that the results of this study will serve as basic research for various attempts in terms of the purpose and teaching method of computational thinking education in the future.
Keywords
Computational thinking; Problem discovery ability; Reflective thinking; Future competency; Non-major for computer;
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