Having the ability to solve problems, especially solving for those that are complex, is a necessary skill that all people will need to obtain and master for the 21st century. Computational Thinking is a problem solving process that utilizes four main tenets:
This process was coined and made popular by Jeannette Wing who has an extensive background in Computer Science research. From leading Microsoft Research and being one of the most influential individuals at one of the worlds most important companies or her current role as the Director of the Data Science Institute at Columbia University, she is a pioneer in this field.
Why do you think Computational Thinking is a necessary skill for all people going forward? Feel free to do a quick search on Google to learn more, I also shared a few links below to help you get started:
Click here for an overview of Computational Thinking from Google.
Click here for an overview of Jeannette Wing.
