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Title: Examining Participation and Outcomes Among Middle School Students in a Virtual Camp on Coding with Music
Attracting students to computing is crucial for advancing the development of new skills and fostering positive attitudes toward the field, especially among females and minoritized populations. One promising approach involves integrating computing with artistic activities, such as music. This study examines how learner’s prior experiences influence their participation in a virtual summer camp on coding with music. The study also examines how participation in the camp influences participants' attitudes about computing, with an eye toward gender differences. Data were collected through participant surveys (N=73) and focus groups (N=48). Findings suggest that parents’ and guardians' involvement is crucial for participation and integrating coding with artistic work holds promise for attracting students to the field. Findings can inform possible paths to engaging students in computing.  more » « less
Award ID(s):
2048793
PAR ID:
10502700
Author(s) / Creator(s):
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Publisher / Repository:
International Society of the Learning Sciences
Date Published:
Journal Name:
International Society of the Learning Sciences Annual Meeting (ISLS)
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Medium: X
Location:
Buffalo, NY, USA
Sponsoring Org:
National Science Foundation
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