Computational thinking is a fundamental competence that is being introduced in K-12 and
succeeding curricula worldwide. Despite this huge effort, many computational thinking models …

The development of 21st-century transversal competences such as communication,
cooperation, and creativity as well as computational thinking and programming may be aided …

This paper addresses the incorporation of problem decomposition skills as an important
component of computational thinking (CT) in K-12 computer science (CS) education. Despite …

High profile computer science education events such as the Hour of Code can reach millions
of students but without proper evaluation it is not clear what motivational and educational …

In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital competencies, the need for a robust and universal
method to assess students’ algorithmic thinking (AT) skills has become increasingly …

Locomotion has been one of the frequently used case studies in hands-on curricula in
robotics education. Students are usually instructed to construct their own wheeled or legged …

Computer Science Education Week activities, featuring online? programming tools embedded
with tutorials, report large participation numbers. However, to truly broaden participation, …

In recent years, the emphasis on computational thinking (CT) has intensified as an effect of
accelerated digitalisation. While most researchers are concentrating on defining CT and …

Computer Science has been introduced as a new subject in the compulsory school curriculum
in Switzerland. Research on educational robotics has highlighted potentials of using …

The systemic introduction of computer science education in federalist countries such as the
United States, Germany, and Switzerland can be extremely difficult. The lack of top down …