Featuring Layers of Abstraction as a Modeling Resource in an Educational Game-Based Learning Platform
Braz Araujo da Silva Junior,
Júlia Veiga da Silva,
Simone André da Costa Cavalheiro
et al.
Abstract:This paper presents a feature supporting the modeling, management and visualization of layers of abstraction in an educational game engine. Computer science education has conquered significant recognition supported by the concept of Computational Thinking, an essential skill set in a world where computing is pervasive. One of its pillars, abstraction, has many facets on its own, and some of them still struggle to find support of educational tools. Attempting to fill this gap, this work proposes a resource that… Show more
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