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Bringing computational thinking to K-12: what is Involved and what is the role of the computer science education community?

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ACM Inroads, Volume 2, Issue 1

Pages 48 - 54

https://doi.org/10.1145/1929887.1929905

Published: 25 February 2011 Publication History

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The process of increasing student exposure to computational thinking in K-12 is complex, requiring systemic change, teacher engagement, and development of signifi cant resources. Collaboration with the computer science education community is vital to this effort.

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