Computer Education – Hanan Alshikh

Game testing report

Traffic Manager game concept is tested with ICT teacher. Serious Goal: to motivate the importance of teaching programming in high school. EQ2 Hanan_Alshikhabobakr

On Assessing Creativity in Computer Science

“With freedom come responsibility”. This is what my boss tell teachers who go through our teacher training to intro to Computer Science course. Well, the same say applyes to any project based learning (PBL). Because when the students get more room of choice, the teachers -by default- assume less responsibility. Hence, PBL is a great way to pushContinue reading “On Assessing Creativity in Computer Science”

Makey Makey and programming learning

Teaching computing in K-12 is relatively new where a lot of teachers and students still find it challenging. However, fun events such as outreach and competitions can change the norm. In addition, a good introductory workshop experience can change some perspectives. In this 90 minute workshop, you can give your participants a hands-on experience using Makey Makey in programmingContinue reading “Makey Makey and programming learning”

Making to teach programming

I am very passionate in finding new ways to teach programming. So the moment I started using Makey Makey, my head blew off with the possibilities of using it in towards my goal. Check out this 2 minutes video for more information!

How to teach storyboarding for a computing class?

Teaching computing through 2D and 3D games and animation is the trend today. One of the essential skills that helps the students in using such tools is to master storyboarding. Meaning, before they start coding an animation, it is advisable that they break down their idea into scenes, which will reflect later on in their code. ThisContinue reading “How to teach storyboarding for a computing class?”

The Game Makers

I love playing games and making new ones. In the first week of CEP811 course we are talking making, remixing and creating from what already exists. Here I am taking the time to reflect on my own hobby. How game creation is an entire world of making and remixing of stuff. In fact, it isContinue reading “The Game Makers”

Technology to Create Storyboards

Some Background This blog talks about integrating a new technology to year 11 computer science subject. Although not a very popular subject in K-12, for Qatar (where I live) at least, it is extremely interesting. The curriculum teaches computer science concepts through Alice, a 3D drag-and-drop programming environment. Educational Goal The lesson plan is designedContinue reading “Technology to Create Storyboards”

Learning to Achieve Understanding

As I am starting my Masters in Educational Technology at MSU, I wrote this essay to reflect upon my understanding on learning, its methods, and how does it apply in my work. I was very excited to learn that many of the educational methods suggested in How People Learn are already practiced in the project I am currently workingContinue reading “Learning to Achieve Understanding”