Learning Trajectories Visualizations of Students Data on the Computational Thinking Context

Abstract

Learning trajectories are paths that students may follow in order to achieve learning goals. The visualization of learning trajectories of students can support teachers in tracking students evolution and identify difficulties. We propose visualizations of learning trajectories in a new and interactive way, representing different concepts of computational thinking and learning goals in concise or detailed manner, according to interactions of the user. To evaluate our proposal, we chose to represent a series of exercises found in code.org, a free and well known platform that introduces and exercises computational thinking through visual programming. These visualizations were evaluated by 20 elementary school teachers in usability perspective.

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“…As technology continues to permeate every aspect of our lives, the ability to approach and solve problems through the lens of computing has become an indispensable skill for everyone, not just computer scientists and Information Technology (IT) professionals [Wing 2006]. By offering a structured and systematic approach to problemsolving based on computing fundamentals, CT empowers learners to analyze complex challenges, devise efficient solutions, and make informed decisions that have real-world implications [Avila andda Costa Cavalheiro 2022, Vieira andZaina 2021].…”