Brief Introduction
Learn how to run your own action research project to improve the computing pedagogy and practices in your classroom.Course Summary
This course focuses on improving computing classroom practice through action research. You will learn how to plan, carry out, and evaluate an action research project to enhance teaching and learning of computing.Key Learning Points
- Learn how to plan, carry out, and evaluate an action research project
- Understand how to enhance teaching and learning of computing
- Discover new approaches to computing classroom practice
Related Topics for further study
- Action Research
- Teaching and Learning
- Computing Classroom Practice
- Curriculum Development
- Educational Technology
Learning Outcomes
- Develop an action research plan to enhance computing classroom practice
- Carry out an action research project and evaluate its effectiveness
- Apply new approaches to teaching and learning of computing
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of computing concepts
- Access to a classroom setting to carry out the action research project
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- 5 weeks
Similar Courses
- Teaching Computing
- Computer Science Education: Exploring Computational Thinking
Related Education Paths
- Certificate in Teaching Computing (CITC)
- Postgraduate Certificate in Computing Education
- Master of Education in Learning and Teaching with Technology
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is for any educator interested in developing their computing practice and pedagogy. Regardless of which subjects you teach, computing tools as well as concepts and content will have a bearing on your teaching in a modern classroom. Whatever your teaching background this course will give you the skills to run your own action research project.
Outline
- Understanding Action Research Why action research? Understanding research methods Choosing a focus for research Preparing for research Developing your research question Action and measurement planning Planning activity and outcomes Complete your research plan
Summary of User Reviews
Discover how to improve your computing classroom practice through action research. This course has received positive reviews from users, who have found it to be informative and engaging. Many users have praised the course for its practical approach to teaching computing in the classroom.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
practical approach to teaching computing in the classroomPros from User Reviews
- Informative and engaging course material
- Practical approach to teaching computing
- Ability to implement action research in classroom practice
Cons from User Reviews
- Lengthy course material
- Lack of interaction with course instructors
- Not suitable for advanced level computing teachers
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