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- Grande, Virginia, 1987-, et al.
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Role Modeling as a Computing Educator in Higher Education : A Focus on Care, Emotions and Professional Competencies
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Ingår i: ITiCSE-WGR '22. - New York, NY, USA : ACM Digital Library. ; , s. 37-63
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Konferensbidrag (refereegranskat)abstract
- This paper provides insights into role modeling by educators in computing that is beyond the technical, theoretical and rational perspectives which have historically been described as dominant in computing. Surveying 199 educators in higher education, we have built on frameworks of role modeling, care, emotions, and professional competencies as a lens to see different ways of engaging in computing.Our quantitative and qualitative findings show how educators model ways of caring (for oneself, other humans and living species, technology, and the planet), emotions, professional competencies and other types of role modeling. Examples of contexts within computing and reasons why an educator can(not) model these aspects bring new light to research on care and emotions being shown in computing.This work contributes to a better understanding of computing educators as potential role models, particularly in terms of displaying emotions and various types of care. Our work can support ways of developing the professional competences of computing educators and the teaching culture of computing departments. Our findings may inspire other educators to think about their own display of emotions and care, and what this transmits to their students. Thus, the work also contributes to the discussion of ways to increase diversity among students and equitable access to computing education.
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- Grande, Virginia, et al.
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Role Modeling as a Computing Educator in Higher Education. A Focus on Care, Emotions and Professional Competencies
- 2022
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Ingår i: ITiCSE-WGR '22. - : ACM Digital Library. ; , s. 37-63
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Konferensbidrag (övrigt vetenskapligt/konstnärligt)abstract
- This paper provides insights into role modeling by educators in computing that is beyond the technical, theoretical and rational perspectives which have historically been described as dominant in computing. Surveying 199 educators in higher education, we have built on frameworks of role modeling, care, emotions, and professional competencies as a lens to see different ways of engaging in computing.Our quantitative and qualitative findings show how educators model ways of caring (for oneself, other humans and living species, technology, and the planet), emotions, professional competencies and other types of role modeling. Examples of contexts within computing and reasons why an educator can(not) model these aspects bring new light to research on care and emotions being shown in computing.This work contributes to a better understanding of computing educators as potential role models, particularly in terms of displaying emotions and various types of care. Our work can support ways of developing the professional competences of computing educators and the teaching culture of computing departments. Our findings may inspire other educators to think about their own display of emotions and care, and what this transmits to their students. Thus, the work also contributes to the discussion of ways to increase diversity among students and equitable access to computing education.
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- Grande, Virginia, 1987-
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That's How We Role! A Framework for Role Modeling in Computing and Engineering Education : A Focus on the Who, What, How, and Why
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Doktorsavhandling (övrigt vetenskapligt/konstnärligt)abstract
- Role model is a term used in everyday language and literature on education, particularly on diversity, equity, inclusion, and access, describing topics such as motivation and inspiration. However, role model, as a loosely defined concept, is understood and used in different ways. This shows the need for a shared vocabulary and structure to scaffold nuanced reflections and discussions on the who, what, how, and why of role modeling. This thesis describes the development of a framework for role modeling in computing and engineering education. It is focused on the role model’s perspective and is of particular use for educators as role models for students, although it can be used for others in this context.Educators were interviewed and surveyed, and the analysis comprised a phenomenographic approach, thematic coding analysis, argumentation, descriptive statistics, and group comparisons.The framework includes the dimensions of awareness and intention of role modeling. All educators are potential role models, regardless of whether we are aware of what we are role modeling and whether we intend for this to be emulated.What can be modeled is presented as achievements and aspects. As lenses to reflect on which ones a teacher should role model, we bring virtue ethics, care ethics, and ethics of freedom. Context and norms matter in role modeling, such as in who is a role model, as we argue for using research on identity and the history of computing. We provide examples of how and why educators role model (or not) care, emotions, and professional competencies outside norms in the disciplines. This thesis broadens how we understand and discuss role modeling in research and practice, including what can be modeled and obstacles to it. Practical examples (including reflection prompts) of how to use the framework are included for educators and other practitioners.
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- Humble, Niklas
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Programming in grade 7-9 : Action possibilities and constraints from the perspective of mathematics and technology teachers
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Doktorsavhandling (övrigt vetenskapligt/konstnärligt)abstract
- The idea of using programming in fields outside of computer science is not new, but it has received renewed attention with the global trend of integrating programming in school curricula. In the Swedish context, mathematics and technology teachers for grades 7-9 have been significantly affected by the integration of programming. Previous research has highlighted the opportunities and challenges presented by this integration and shown that programming is a relevant skill for students to acquire, but it also shows that teachers often lack knowledge, skill and guidance for this integration. The knowledge object of the thesis is to develop knowledge about teachers’ perceived affordances (action possibilities) and constraints in using programming in grade 7-9 mathematics and technology. The thesis includes five papers and uses a qualitative approach to identify action possibilities and constraints of using programming in grade 7-9 mathematics and technology. These action possibilities and constraints relate to three aspects of teaching and learning: subject content, motivation and engagement, and digital competence. Together, the findings provide a conceptual model for what programming can be used for in grade 7-9 mathematics and technology. This conceptual model, which incorporates action possibilities and constraints of programming related to the three aspects of teaching and learning mentioned above, represents the contribution of the thesis. The thesis provides new insights into the understanding of teachers’ use and perceptions of programming for teaching and learning in grade 7-9 mathematics and technology (the study object). The thesis also has practical implications for the future design of professional development courses on programming for teachers and how programming should be used and integrated in an educational context.
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- Högfeldt, Anna-Karin, et al.
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Program leadership from a nordic perspective : Program leaders' power to influence their program
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Ingår i: Proceedings of the 9th International CDIO Conference.
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Konferensbidrag (refereegranskat)abstract
- In this paper a continuation research at five technical universities in Nordic countries (N5T network) in 2012 is presented, wheretheaim was to find out how the program leadersconceived their function, role and mandate, and the work situations between the universitieswere compared. The previous research demonstrated that programleadershave quite different positions, strategies and methods when it comes to monitoring and developing their programs.In this paper, a deeper investigationis carried out ofthe (im-) possibilitiesto make realinfluence on the study courses that constitutesthe respective Engineering study programs. Eightprogram leaders from thefiveN5Tuniversities have been interviewed, and theanalysis of these studies, has culminatedina model for the analysis of program leadership for Engineering educationdevelopment.
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- Högfeldt, Anna-Karin, et al.
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Program leadership from a Nordic perspective - Program leaders' power to influence their program
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Ingår i: Proceedings of the 9th International CDIO Conference, Cambridge, USA.
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Konferensbidrag (refereegranskat)abstract
- In this paper a continuation research at five technical universities in Nordic countries (N5T network) in 2012 is presented, where the aim was to find out how the program leaders conceived their function, role and mandate, and the work situations between the universities were compared. The previous research demonstrated that program leaders have quite different positions, strategies and methods when it comes to monitoring and developing their programs. In this paper, a deeper investigation is carried out of the (im-) possibilities to make real influence on the study courses that constitutes the respective Engineering study programs. Eight program leaders from the five N5T universities have been interviewed, and the analysis of these studies, has culminated in a model for the analysis of program leadership for Engineering education development.
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- Kinnunen, Päivi, et al.
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Understanding initial undergraduate expectations and identity in computing studies
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Ingår i: European Journal of Engineering Education. - : Informa UK Limited. - 0304-3797 .- 1469-5898. ; 43:2, s. 201-218
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- There is growing appreciation of the importance of understanding thestudent perspective in Higher Education (HE) at both institutional andinternational levels. This is particularly important in Science, Technology,Engineering and Mathematics subjects such as Computer Science (CS)and Engineering in which industry needs are high but so are studentdropout rates. An important factor to consider is the management ofstudents’initial expectations of university study and career. This paperreports on a study of CSfirst-year students’expectations across threeEuropean countries using qualitative data from student surveys andessays. Expectation is examined from both short-term (topics to bestudied) and long-term (career goals) perspectives. Tackling these issueswill help paint a picture of computing education through students’eyesand explore their vision of its and their role in society. It will also helpeducators prepare students more effectively for university study and toimprove the student experience.
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