ICSCT - Introduction to Computer Science and Computational Thinking Lesson

Introduction to Computer Science and Computational Thinking

In the first module, you researched different careers in computing and the skills needed to be successful. People in the field of computer science use problem solving skills and creativity to develop new technologies and solve problems that affect the way we live, work, and play. Think of the new inventions within the past two years created by computer science.    

Today, practically everyone is a computer user, and many people even program. The core of computer science is problem solving. Computer Science uses computational thinking to formulate problems in a way to use computers to help solve them.  It involves such skills as critical thinking, algorithmic thinking, and logical thinking. However, those that major in computer science are not the only ones that need to use computational thinking to solve problems. Everyone can benefit from learning how to become a better problem solver.

Computational Thinking Video

Computational thinking involves strategies for solving problems. Watch the video below to get more information on Computational Thinking.

The variable in the algorithms above is in red. This is the information that would change.    

During this course you will be using computational thinking strategies to create solutions to solve problems using the computer. 

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