Connecting Science, Design Thinking, and Computational Thinking through Sports

Galoyan, Tamara; Barany, Amanda; Donaldson, Jonan Phillip; Ward, Nahla; Hammrich, Penny L.

doi:10.29333/iji.2022.15134a

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“…Even if at first glance the connection between CT and such diverse subjects, especially B and PE, seems impossible, previous studies show that this is not (Hammrich et al, 2021;Galoyan et al, 2022). However, in order to be able to make general statements more scientific research must be done in this field in the future.…”

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“…This can be done by training analyses but also through problem-solving tasks. A study from Galoyan et al (2022) combines athletic fields, such as track and field and basketball, with scientific topics, design thinking principles, and CT. In doing so, they also demonstrate many ways in which CT can be implemented through sports into everyday school life ( Galoyan et al, 2022 ).…”

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The interdisciplinary implementation of poly-universe to promote computational thinking: Teaching examples from biological, physical, and digital education in Austrian secondary schools

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Today’s teaching and didactical methods are progressively aiming to integrate digital technologies, computational thinking (CT), and basic computer science concepts into other subjects. An innovative and creative way of combining and integrating CT and teaching cross-curricular skills without digital devices is to include the game Poly-Universe (PolyUni). According to previous research, the game is expected to have a positive effect on visual perceptual progress, including isolation, and the development of shape-background skills. So far, however, comparatively few attempts have been made to explore the educational possibilities of PolyUni for different school levels and subjects, besides mathematics. Therefore, this article aims to close this gap by exploring how PolyUni can be used to promote CT in three subjects: physical education (PE), digital education (DGE), and biology (B). Furthermore, it evaluates whether the pre-defined learning objectives in those subjects have been achieved, and examines how PolyUni combines the requirements of the different curricula in Austrian secondary school, based on self-designed tasks. Additionally, further aspects of PolyUni such as engagement and collaboration are discussed. To explore the above-mentioned benefits, a mixed-methods study was implemented, whereas the workshops and accompanying teaching materials (e.g., worksheets) were developed based on the COOL Informatics concept. The participant observation method was employed for qualitative data collection, and a self-designed assessment grid as well as additional picture analysis were used for the quantitative data. PolyUni was introduced in three different workshops at Austrian secondary schools with 80 students observed and analyzed. Based on the present data, it can be assumed that PolyUni supports achieving the requirements of the different curricula and pre-defined teaching and learning objectives in a playful way. Furthermore, the game not only promotes CT in secondary school but also encourages enjoyment and collaboration between peers in biological, digital, and physical education lessons.

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“…According to Chan and Nagatomo (2022), some students felt the assignment based on the make prototype phase to be difficult and that the content was too much for them. Students reported experiencing constraints from their make prototype project materials when their original solutions were revised to accommodate changes in the design approach, according to Galoyan, et al (2022).…”

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“…According to the literature, Roth, et al (2020) found that it is still unknown whether how the make prototype stage is taught has an impact on both innovation and as a key labour market provider. At the same time, Galoyan, et al (2022) observed that the same students who must participate in the labour market had constraints as a result of their make prototype project. Part of this reasoning was based on Chan and Nagatomo's (2022) observation that some students considered their assignment based on the make prototype phase to be difficult.…”

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Teaching of Make Prototype Step of Design Process by E-tutors in Open and Distance e-Learning Context

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2022

International E-Journal of Educational Studies

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The ODeL model is noted for its unique approach to courses, especially that aimed at producing future entrepreneurs. The make prototype part of the design process is viewed as a foundation for entrepreneurship education in this article. An objective was set to see how e-tutors' topic expertise affects their capacity to help students envision the make prototype step of the design process in order to attain this goal. 350 postgraduate students enrolling in a semester module in 2020 were the subject of the research. In order to assist students with the make of the make prototype stage of the design process in an ODeL context, an online observation tool was utilized to study the expertise of e-tutors. The data acquired from five different e-tutor websites was evaluated. According to the findings, e-tutors in ODeL settings were unable to conceptualize the make prototype stage of the design process. Suggestions: An alternative technique for e-tutor appointments is proposed based on the current concept.

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Exploring the impact of design thinking in information technology education: An empirical investigation

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Chen

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Thinking Skills and Creativity

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Connecting Science, Design Thinking, and Computational Thinking through Sports

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The interdisciplinary implementation of poly-universe to promote computational thinking: Teaching examples from biological, physical, and digital education in Austrian secondary schools

The interdisciplinary implementation of poly-universe to promote computational thinking: Teaching examples from biological, physical, and digital education in Austrian secondary schools

Teaching of Make Prototype Step of Design Process by E-tutors in Open and Distance e-Learning Context

Exploring the impact of design thinking in information technology education: An empirical investigation

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