This book addresses a novel topic in the field of educational technology. While there are numerous publications on programming and software usage, literature on the methodologies of teaching computer science and its related technologies is scarce in the Arab world. This book aims to present modern methods suitable for the subject of computer science, clarifying how to teach it as a standalone scientific discipline, much like mathematics and science. The authors focus on diverse approaches such as distance learning, programmed instruction, and the use of laboratories, all of which require computer teachers to possess the necessary skills to achieve the desired educational outcomes.

The book consists of eleven chapters. Chapter One covers educational objectives and the fundamentals of educational computing. Chapter Two discusses various learning theories: behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism. Chapter Three explores the uses of computers in teaching and their pedagogical roles. Chapter Four focuses on the skills that an effective computer teacher must possess.

Chapter Five deals with multimedia technology and its relationship with computers. Chapter Six discusses micro-teaching and its educational foundations. Chapter Seven covers the concept and principles of programmed instruction. Chapter Eight focuses on distance learning using computers and internet applications. Chapter Nine addresses the computer laboratory and its setup. Chapter Ten reviews the use of computers in assessment and test construction. Finally, Chapter Eleven explains how to plan lessons for a computer science curriculum.

• Number of Pages: 352
• Year of Publication: 2015
• Binding Type: Paperback
• Edition Number: 5
• Printing Color: Black
• Dimensions (cm): 17x24
• Weight (kg): 0.700
• Barcode: 9789957063399