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The Use of Electronic Material-Based Unplugged Coding Activities at Preschool Period: The Reinforced Design and Implementation Principles

Elektronik Materyal Tabanlı Bilgisayarsız Kodlama Etkinliklerinin Okul Öncesi Dönemde Kullanımı: Güçlendirilmiş Tasarım ve Uygulama İlkeleri

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596–619
Publication Date
2023-10-27
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It is recommended to refer to these seven principles when selecting coding materials and planning activities for preschool education.

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Objective & Hypothesis:There is an increasing number of studies indicating that the direct use of electronic-based coding materials is not suitable for preschool education.
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Key Findings & Data:In the research, focus group interviews were conducted with 13 experts to identify the problems and propose solutions encountered during coding activities using the Cubetto material in preschool education, and to define enhanced design and implementation principles.
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Conclusion & Impact:It is recommended to refer to these seven principles when selecting coding materials and planning activities for preschool education.
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⚙️Variables:Okul öncesi · bilgisayarsız kodlama · elektronik kodlama materyali

Abstract

There is an increasing number of studies indicating that the direct use of electronic-based coding materials is not suitable for preschool education. However, there is limited information available on the design of electronic-based coding materials and considerations during coding activities. This research aims to address this limitation. The study was conducted using a case study approach. In the research, focus group interviews were conducted with 13 experts to identify the problems and propose solutions encountered during coding activities using the Cubetto material in preschool education, and to define enhanced design and implementation principles. Based on the opinions expressed, seven fundamental principles were identified, including developmental appropriateness, authentic interaction, stability, safety and durability, flexibility, intuitive use, and satisfaction. It is recommended to refer to these seven principles when selecting coding materials and planning activities for preschool education.

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Okul öncesinde elektronik tabanlı kodlama materyallerinin doğrudan kullanımının uygun olmadığını bildiren çalışmalar artmaktadır. Buna karşılık, elektronik tabanlı kodlama materyallerinin tasarımı ve kodlama etkinlikleri sırasında dikkat edilmesi gerekenlerle ilgili bilgiler sınırlıdır. Araştırma, bu sınırlılığı gidermeye odaklanmıştır. Süreç, durum çalışması temelinde planlanmıştır. Araştırmada okul öncesinde Cubetto materyali ile bilgisayarsız kodlama etkinlikleri yapılırken yaşanan sorunları ve çözüm önerilerini tespit etmek; güçlendirilmiş tasarım ve uygulama ilkelerini tanımlamak için 13 uzmanla odak grup görüşmeleri gerçekleştirilmiştir. Materyal ve hedef kitle odaklı belirtilen görüşler doğrultusunda yapılması gerekenleri içeren yedi temel ilke tanımlanmıştır: gelişimsel düzeye uygunluk, otantik etkileşim, kararlılık, güvenlik ve dayanıklılık, esneklik, sezgisel kullanım ve memnuniyet. Okul öncesi döneme uygun kodlama materyali seçiminde ve etkinliklerinin planlanmasında bu yedi ilkenin referans alınması önerilmektedir.

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SAYGINER, Ş., TÜZÜN, H. (2023). The Use of Electronic Material-Based Unplugged Coding Activities at Preschool Period: The Reinforced Design and Implementation Principles. Journal of Computer and Education Research, Cilt: 11 Sayı: 22, 596–619. https://ajindex.com/articles/971962

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