Characteristics of pattern recognition to solve mathematics problems in computational thinking

Yasin, Mohamad; Nusantara, Toto

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“…In addition, due to the diverse forms of task of pattern recognition in previous studies, there are few standardized tests with high reliability and validity, and most of them were based on learning task performance evaluation, such as 2D image recognition (Calderon et al, 2015), 3D image recognition, block construction (Zeng et al, 2023), and solve unknown equations (Yasin & Nusantara, 2023), therefore the task performance evaluation approach was also used in this study. In future study, it may be possible to develop standardized tests with reliability and validity for different types of pattern recognition abilities, to repeatedly validate the learning tasks and to improve the validity as standardized measures.…”

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Learning Pattern Recognition Skills From Games: Design of an Online Pattern Recognition Educational Mobile Game Integrating Algebraic Reasoning Scaffolding

Chao

Hou

2023

Journal of Educational Computing Research

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Pattern recognition is an important skill in computational thinking. In this study, an equation puzzle game was developed by combining pattern recognition with algebraic reasoning, and scaffolding was designed to support learners' learning. Sixty participants were enrolled in this study, divided into a control group and an experimental group to compare the results and differences in game achievement, flow, anxiety, and motivation of participants with and without algebraic reasoning scaffolding. The results of the study showed that the participants in both groups had positive flow and motivation during the game, did not feel over-anxious, and there was no significant difference in the game achievement of the two groups. In addition, the game with the scaffolding may have the potential to make a positive correlation between game achievement and psychological status. The results of this study indicated that the game did not cause too much anxiety to the participants. The scaffolding-based design achieves the intended effect on the participants' assistance and facilitates the participants' engagement in pattern recognition problem solving. And as learners became more focused and engaged, they could also perform better in the game. This game mechanism can be used as a reference for designing pattern recognition games.

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Learning Pattern Recognition Skills From Games: Design of an Online Pattern Recognition Educational Mobile Game Integrating Algebraic Reasoning Scaffolding

Chao

Hou

2023

Journal of Educational Computing Research

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Computational thinking with game design: An action research study with middle school students

Cafarella,

Vasconcelos

2024

Educ Inf Technol

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Middle school students often enter Computer Science (CS) classes without previous CS or Computational Thinking (CT) instruction. This study evaluated how Code.org’s block-based programming curriculum affects middle school students’ CT skills and attitudes toward CT and CS. Sixteen students participated in the study. This was a mixed methods action research study that used pre- and post-tests, surveys, artifacts, and interviews as data sources. Descriptive statistics, paired samples t-tests, and inductive thematic analysis were administered. Findings showed a statistically significant increase in participants’ algorithmic thinking, debugging, and pattern recognition skills but not in abstraction skills. Attitudes toward CT and CS improved but the difference was not statistically significant. Qualitative themes revealed benefits of game-based learning to promote CT skills, collaboration to promote successful error debugging, and enjoyment of programming resulting from a balance between structured guidance and creative freedom. Findings emphasize the importance of low-threshold and engaging strategies to introduce novice learners to CT and CS.

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Characteristics of pattern recognition to solve mathematics problems in computational thinking

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Learning Pattern Recognition Skills From Games: Design of an Online Pattern Recognition Educational Mobile Game Integrating Algebraic Reasoning Scaffolding

Learning Pattern Recognition Skills From Games: Design of an Online Pattern Recognition Educational Mobile Game Integrating Algebraic Reasoning Scaffolding

Computational thinking with game design: An action research study with middle school students

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