Revolutionizing Curricula Through Computational Thinking, Logic, and Problem Solving

Research summary

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The Problem

Traditional, siloed curricula leave graduates without the computational thinking, logic and problem-solving skills the future workforce needs.

The Approach

Edited volume of 11 chapters; chapters include conceptual frameworks, curriculum and lesson-plan proposals, case studies, a survey-based consumer study, and a review of computational thinking tools.

The Core Contribution

The volume reframes computational thinking as a discipline-independent skill set and provides lesson plans, case studies, tools and strategies for embedding it in fields well beyond computing, from educational robotics to digital marketing and literature.

The Citation

Fonkam, M. M., & Vajjhala, N. R. (Eds.). (2024). Revolutionizing Curricula Through Computational Thinking, Logic, and Problem Solving. IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-1974-1 Copy APA

What question does this book address?

How can computational thinking, logic and problem solving be embedded across academic disciplines to bridge the gap between traditional, siloed teaching and the skills the future workforce needs?

What does the book cover?

Eleven chapters treat computational thinking as a cross-disciplinary skill: foundations of computational thinking and problem solving for diverse academic fields; educational robotics for pre-service primary teachers; logic and problem-solving skills in the digital age; computational thinking for interdisciplinary higher education; equipping educators for the new paradigm; problem solving in digital marketing; nanotechnology in the curriculum; a consumer-behaviour case study; computational thinking tools; revolutionizing education; and decolonizing the teaching of Shakespearean plays in English university curricula.

Why does it matter?

Educators must prepare students for professions that do not yet exist using tools that are still emerging. Presenting computational thinking as a way of reasoning rather than a coding skill makes it applicable in every subject, and the volume pairs that argument with lesson plans, case studies and strategies.

Book at a glance

Publisher’s description

In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, traditional teaching methods often fail to equip students with the skills necessary for success in the 21st century. The siloed approach to education, where subjects are taught in isolation, must reflect the interconnected nature of modern challenges. This disconnect between traditional educational models and the needs of the future workforce is a serious concern among educators. They face the challenge of preparing students for professions that still need to be created using tools and technologies that are still emerging. Revolutionizing Curricula Through Computational Thinking, Logic, and Problem Solving offers a transformative solution to this challenge. By advocating for computational thinking as a fundamental skill set applicable across all academic disciplines, the book provides educators with the tools to bridge this gap. It introduces computational thinking not just as a technical skill but as a way of problem-solving and logical reasoning that enhances critical thinking across subjects. Through practical lesson plans, case studies, and strategies, educators can seamlessly integrate computational thinking into their classrooms, preparing students for the complexities of the modern world. This book is more than a theoretical discussion, it is a hands-on guide for educators seeking to adapt their teaching methods to meet future demands. By showcasing real-world applications and emphasizing the universality of computational thinking, it empowers educators to create dynamic learning environments that nurture innovation and adaptability. Revolutionizing Curricula Through Computational Thinking, Logic, and Problem Solving is not just a tool for teaching students how to code; it is curating an environment where thinking critically and solving complex problems are welcomed and guide the next generation towards a thriving future in a rapidly changing world.

Description as published by IGI Global.

Contents

1. Foundations of Computational Thinking and Problem Solving for Diverse Academic Fields — Eriona Çela, Narasimha Rao Vajjhala, and Philip Eappen
2. Educational Robotics in Higher Education for Promoting Pre-Service Primary School Teachers — Raphael Fehrmann
3. Enhancing Logic and Problem-Solving Skills in the Digital Age — Sayani Das and Archan Mitra
4. Computational Thinking for Innovative Solutions and Problem-Solving Techniques: Transforming Conventional Education to Futuristic Interdisciplinary Higher Education — Bhupinder Singh and Christian Kaunert
5. Equipping Educators for the New Educational Paradigm — Edna Mngusughun Denga
6. The Power of Problem Solving in Digital Marketing — Rajasekhara Mouly Potluri, Darina Turusheva, and Gauhar Sadykova
7. Education’s Role in Integrating Nanotechnology in the Curriculum for the Future — Fatima Al Husseiny and Jana M. Saab
8. Factors Influencing the Buying Behavior of Kazakhstan Women Cosmetics Consumers — Rajasekhara Mouly Potluri, Zhanel Sheriazdanova, and Altynay Amankeldi
9. Computational Thinking Tools: Review and Current Status — Nitish Kumar Ojha, Sanjay Kumar Dubey, and Abhishek Vaish
10. Revolutionizing Education — Edna Mngusughun Denga and Solomon Washima Denga
11. Decolonizing the Teaching of Shakespearean Plays in the English University Curricula — Atrimecia Bernadate Hass

Scope and limitations

• An edited collection: chapters differ in method and scope; some chapters (for example the Kazakhstan cosmetics consumer study) sit at the edge of the computational-thinking theme.

When this research may be relevant

This book may be relevant to researchers and educators working on computational thinking across the curriculum, problem-solving and logic pedagogy, interdisciplinary and future-skills education, educational robotics, and computing-education curriculum reform.

Research topics addressed: computational thinking; problem solving; logic in education; curriculum design; interdisciplinary education; educational robotics; teacher education; digital marketing education; nanotechnology in curricula; higher education; computing education

How to cite

Fonkam, M. M., & Vajjhala, N. R. (Eds.). (2024). Revolutionizing Curricula Through Computational Thinking, Logic, and Problem Solving. IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-1974-1

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  title = {Revolutionizing Curricula Through Computational Thinking, Logic, and Problem Solving},
  editor = {Fonkam, Mathias Mbu and Vajjhala, Narasimha Rao},
  series = {Advances in Systems Analysis, Software Engineering, and High Performance Computing},
  isbn = {9798369319758},
  year = {2024},
  publisher = {IGI Global},
  doi = {10.4018/979-8-3693-1974-1},
  url = {https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-1974-1}
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