Teachers’ Perceptions of First-Year Implementation of Computer Science Curriculum in Middle School: How We Can Support CS Initiatives

IF 1.2 Q2 EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH

COMPUTERS IN THE SCHOOLS Pub Date : 2021-04-03 DOI:10.1080/07380569.2021.1911540

Suhkyung Shin, Jongpil Cheon, Sungwon Shin

引用次数: 2

Abstract

Abstract Incorporating computer science (CS) into K–12 education has been highlighted in recent years as an important way to promote computational thinking skills. The aim of this study was to investigate teachers’ experiences with a new CS curriculum and address challenges to teachers during implementation. This study was designed to evaluate CS curriculum implementation in order to inform CS practices. Interview and survey data were collected and analyzed. Findings showed that teachers had high confidence in teaching CS; however, they sought professional development to acquire content knowledge and instructional strategies to effectively engage students in learning. As for the curriculum and students, the scope of the curriculum needed to be adjusted along with students’ prerequisite skills and knowledge. As for the context, some schools did not have appropriate facilities. Recommendations for implementing CS curricula and implications are discussed.

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教师对中学计算机科学课程第一年实施的看法:我们如何支持计算机科学计划

近年来，将计算机科学(CS)纳入K-12教育作为提高计算思维能力的重要途径备受关注。本研究的目的是调查教师使用新的计算机科学课程的经验，并解决教师在实施过程中面临的挑战。本研究旨在评估计算机科学课程的实施情况，以便为计算机科学实践提供信息。收集和分析访谈和调查数据。调查结果显示，教师对计算机科学教学有较高的信心;然而，他们寻求专业发展，以获取内容知识和教学策略，以有效地吸引学生学习。对于课程和学生来说，课程的范围需要随着学生的先决技能和知识的调整而调整。至于情况，有些学校没有适当的设施。讨论了实施计算机科学课程的建议及其影响。

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COMPUTERS IN THE SCHOOLS EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH-

CiteScore

2.40

自引率

11.10%

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期刊介绍： Under the editorship of D. LaMont Johnson, PhD, a nationally recognized leader in the field of educational computing, Computers in the Schools is supported by an editorial review board of prominent specialists in the school and educational setting. Material presented in this highly acclaimed journal goes beyond the “how we did it” magazine article or handbook by offering a rich source of serious discussion for educators, administrators, computer center directors, and special service providers in the school setting. Articles emphasize the practical aspect of any application, but also tie theory to practice, relate present accomplishments to past efforts and future trends, identify conclusions and their implications.