Development of computational thinking in pre-service teachers through the use of adaptive gamification and learning analytics for the integration of computational thinking in science teaching

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Published: Apr 5, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12681/codiste.7629
Keywords:
Learning Analytics Teaching Science education Teacher professional development Adaptive Gamification computational thinking
Alkinoos Ioannis Zourmpakis
University of Thessaly
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4390-6799
Michail Kalogiannakis
University of Thessaly
Abstract

Computational Thinking (CT) has emerged as a critical skill in various subjects in education. Still, a significant barrier is a lack of teachers with CT expertise and the ability to use adaptive learning applications. Adaptive learning, through technologies and methodologies that promote student engagement, such as gamification, aims to personalise the educational experience. At the same time, learning analytics can improve teacher effectiveness. This research investigates the impact of a professional development programme in which adaptive gamification environments and educational data are used to develop computational thinking skills in pre-service teachers.

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