Tutorial Week 1 Tuesday 10th March 2015
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Reflection....Key differences and similarities between design thinking and computational thinking

I think the two styles of thinking interlink. A problem that needs solving might require data collection and analysis first (computational thinking). Design thinking follows on from this with formulation of possible solutions. Design thinking might be needed to determine how to use and represent data too. Computational thinking is needed in evaluating  solution designs.
Both styles of thinking are innovative and elicit higher order thinking. Both require understanding of a problem and identification of possible scenarios and solutions. Both require logical planning, prediction and evaluation.

I have used the scope and sequence documents from ACARA in considering the similarities and difference of design and computational thinking. It is still a grey area for me in that I have yet to see some really effective curriculum implementation in these areas. My own children are in primary school and I have seen some technology projects that they have been involved in at school but I haven't seen thinking processes/problem solving habits being carried through to general practice. So it seems kind of like a small side project with a very short period of focus. This is a shame as this area of the curriculum is so rich with opportunities to create problem solvers and positive learning habits. Idealistic, I know. I look forward to exploring practical ideas for meeting the curriculum that will stimulate and engage learners.