IT Limitations and Considerations
Scratch is a fully online application which requires a stable WiFi network. Also due to the graphical nature of the application, there will be noticeable differences in usability depending on speed of the device/hardware being used.
Scratch is a fully online application which requires a stable WiFi network. Also due to the graphical nature of the application, there will be noticeable differences in usability depending on speed of the device/hardware being used.
Global Social Dynamics
Scratch encourages users to share their programs with the entire Scratch community on their public site. Users can comment, favourite, and follow each other's work. In true open source spirit, users can even copy each other's work and make modifications to programs. This environment introduces security issues from both a technical and social standpoint. School leadership should have a discussion on these issues before implementation.
Scratch encourages users to share their programs with the entire Scratch community on their public site. Users can comment, favourite, and follow each other's work. In true open source spirit, users can even copy each other's work and make modifications to programs. This environment introduces security issues from both a technical and social standpoint. School leadership should have a discussion on these issues before implementation.
Teacher Dynamics
As mentioned in the Implementation Section, the major challenge in implementing Coding in the Social Sciences classroom is the mindset of the teacher. Experience in coding does not automatically result in successful implementation. Initiative, flexibility, and creativity are traits that should be encouraged.
As mentioned in the Implementation Section, the major challenge in implementing Coding in the Social Sciences classroom is the mindset of the teacher. Experience in coding does not automatically result in successful implementation. Initiative, flexibility, and creativity are traits that should be encouraged.