Fostering Computational Thinking Among Underrepresented Students in STEM

<p>This book broadly educates preservice teachers and scholars about current research on computational thinking (CT). More specifically attention is given to computational algorithmic thinking (CAT) particularly among underrepresented K–12 student groups in STEM education. </p><p>Computational algorithmic thinking (CAT)—a precursor to CT—is explored in this text as the ability to design implement and evaluate the application of algorithms to solve a variety of problems. Drawing on observations from research studies that focused on innovative STEM programs including underrepresented students in rural suburban and urban contexts the authors reflect on project-based learning experiences pedagogy and evaluation that are conducive to developing advanced computational thinking specifically among diverse student populations.</p><p>This practical text includes vignettes and visual examples to illustrate how coding computer modeling robotics and drones may be used to promote CT and CAT among students in diverse classrooms.</p>