What is Computational Thinking? Computational thinking (CT) involves a set of problem-solving skills and techniques that software engineers use to write programs that underlie the computer applications you use such as search, email, and maps. Here are specific techniques.
- Decomposition: Breaking a task or problem into steps or parts.
- Pattern Recognition: Make predictions and models to test.
- Pattern Generalization and Abstraction: Discover the laws, or principles that cause these patterns.
- Algorithm Design: Develop the instructions to solve similar problems and repeat the process.
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