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An interactive online trainer for primary school computer science education: Design, implementation, and theoretical foundations

Zhdaniuk, Alina; Tarasova, Olena Yu.; Moiseienko, Mykhailo V.; Stepanyuk, Alexander M.; Жданюк, Аліна Миколаївна; Тарасова, Олена Юріївна; Моісеєнко, Михайло Вікторович; Степанюк, Олександр Миколайович

URI: http://elibrary.kdpu.edu.ua/xmlui/handle/123456789/12009
https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-3917/paper33.pdf

Date: 2025

Abstract:

This paper presents an interactive online trainer for primary school computer science education designed to address the challenges of introducing computational thinking and digital literacy skills to young learners. The system incorporates game-based learning, multimedia elements, and self-regulated learning principles to provide an engaging, accessible, and effective learning experience. The interactive online trainer features three main types of learning activities: image-text matching, puzzle assembly, and multiple-choice quizzes, which are designed to progressively build students’ understanding of computer science concepts. The interactive online trainer has the potential to support the integration of computer science education into primary school curricula and promote early exposure to computational thinking and digital literacy skills.

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