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As we work to straighten K-12 education to much better satisfy the requirements of todays Information Age society, I implore my fellow teachers to embrace teaching research-backed skills like computational thinking throughout curriculum. By doing so, we will benefit our students and our world.
Why computational thinking?
Todays employers are looking for problem solvers. Computational thinking is a proper method to teach students qualitative and quantitative thinking. Computational thinking practices gear up students with analytical abilities, such as examining data, in order to make inferences and break issues down into workable pieces. This transdisciplinary mode of instruction ensures students can combine vital believing with imagination to analyze obstacles and identify potential services.

The method we approach problems in the office has actually altered considerably because of technology. For that reason, it is imperative that we set trainees up for future success by teaching relevant skills and updating the curriculum..

Shakirah Thomas, Special Education Case Manager, 8th Grade U.S. History & & ELAR, Jackson IntermediateShakirah Thomas is the Special Education Case Manager and 8th Grade U.S. History & & ELAR teacher at Jackson Intermediate in the Pasadena Independent School District in Texas.