Blog 18 Third Answer

• How can a computer programmer best create a program designed to teach kindergarteners problem solving?
• Effective subject integration into common core so all things taught in a programming manner tie into core classes
• The programming course must apply to the common core standards that are being implemented so that the programming "has a purpose that is apparent"
• By effectively integrating students will be able to learn more about computers and function better in current society.
• Programming will allow students to create better work within their school years and never be held back by what a program "cannot do"
• Programming will also allow for problem based learning, even when the school is not and iPoly-like PBL school
• Interview 3
• I believe that this is my most important answer actually. 

Blog 17: Fourth Interview Questions

1. As a teacher what is the most important tool that you use while teaching students? i.e Powerpoints, games, worksheets, lectures...
2. How do you keep students focused during class? 
3. What are some examples of topics being taught in your class now?
4. What subjects being taught at this age do you believe would benefit from having computers and programming integrated into the classroom?
5. What teaching methods seem to have the greatest results when it comes to information retention?
6. In what ways are computers already put to use within your classroom, if at all?
7. Do you believe a TUI or GUI system would be better within the classroom?
8. What features would you like to see in educational programs?
9. What programs or websites do you currently use in the classroom, or have you seen used around campus?
10. Currently what benefits, within the classroom, do you see from the use of computers?
11. What would you like to see the students take out of computer use?
12. Do you believe programming integration would work better with the average student, advanced student, or below average student?
13. How would you teach a programming course within your classroom? With the students acting as individuals, small groups, or as a class?
14. Would the average teacher have enough training with computers to teach within an interactive programming environment?
15. Does the average student have enough knowledge of computers to excel in this environment.
16. What percentage, on estimate, of your students are more motivated or interested when working on computers?
17. What themes would be most effective in keeping students attention? i.e. Barbies, Cars, Dogs, Cats
18. Is there any subject where you would be extremely adverse to integrating programming?
19. Is there anyone who I could also interview to get a clearer understanding of a student's needs/interests?
20. Is there any special needs that children have when it comes to computers that you feel I need to be made aware of?