Elucidate The Role of Gender and Age on Computational Thinking Skills in University

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Yeni Rakhmawati, Heri Retnawati, Mohammad Archi Maulyda, Uzak K. Zhapbasbayev, Gulzhaina K. Kassymova

2024 New Educational Review Vol. 78 Issue 4 Article Cited by 1 Quartile

Abstract

This study investigates differences in computational thinking (CT) skills among university students by gender and age. Using a quantitative cross-sectional design, data were collected from 259 pre-service teachers aged 19-22. Results indicated a significant gender difference in CT skills (p = 0.000), with male students outperforming female peers. Although no individual age-related differences were found (p = 0.331), a significant interaction between gender and age was observed (p = 0.002). These findings highlight the need for educational strategies that inclusively foster CT skills development, addressing gender disparities to create a balanced learning environment for all students. © 2024, Adam Marszalek Publishing House. All rights reserved.

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Primary Education Program, Faculty of Education and Psychology, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Indonesia; Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Indonesia; Primary Education Program, Faculty of Education and Psychology, Mataram Negeri Mataram, Indonesia; Kazakh-British Technical University, Tole Bi Street 59, Almaty, 050000, Kazakhstan; Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University, Dostyk Ave 13, Almaty, 050010, Kazakhstan