Block-based Programming in Computer Science Education.

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Title: Block-based Programming in Computer Science Education.
Authors: Weintrop, David1 weintrop@umd.edu
Source: Communications of the ACM. Aug2019, Vol. 62 Issue 8, p22-25. 4p. 1 Color Photograph, 1 Diagram.
Subject Terms: *PROGRAMMING languages, COMPUTER programming education, COMPUTER programming software, TEACHING methods, SCRATCH (Computer program language)
Abstract: The article discusses the application of block-based programming to computer programming education. Topics covered include differences between block-based programming and text-based programming, the Scratch programming environment, and learning styles.
Database: Business Source Index
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Abstract:The article discusses the application of block-based programming to computer programming education. Topics covered include differences between block-based programming and text-based programming, the Scratch programming environment, and learning styles.
ISSN:00010782
DOI:10.1145/3341221