Chris Nash Chris.Nash@uwe.ac.uk
Senior Lecturer in Music Tech - Software Development
Supporting creativity and motivation in learning programming: A musical treatment
Nash, Chris
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Abstract
This talk discusses the use of an end-user computing environment to engage students with programming practice and computational thinking using the context of musical creativity. The talk will detail (with live demonstrations) interactions and lessons using the Manhattan environment, which combines music editing with a scalable level of programming – from simple formulas or code fragments embedded in musical patterns to more advanced algorithms and generative music. The environment enables a wide range of fundamental and advanced computing concepts to be taught visually and musically. Discussions will focus on the importance of supporting intrinsic motivation, scalable challenge, and personal creativity, in tackling complex learning domains like computer science and music theory, and are supported by data and student feedback from classroom use. Recent and future developments, exploring realtime collaboration and connectivity will also be discussed in the context of supporting social learning and extrinsic motivation, and broadening use of the tool.
Citation
Nash, C. (2018, January). Supporting creativity and motivation in learning programming: A musical treatment. Paper presented at HEA STEM Conference 2018, Newcastle, England
Presentation Conference Type | Conference Paper (unpublished) |
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Conference Name | HEA STEM Conference 2018 |
Conference Location | Newcastle, England |
Start Date | Jan 31, 2018 |
End Date | Feb 1, 2018 |
Acceptance Date | Nov 8, 2017 |
Publication Date | Jan 1, 2018 |
Deposit Date | Mar 7, 2018 |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Keywords | supporting, creativity, motivation, learning, programming, musical treatment |
Public URL | https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/1434449 |
Additional Information | Title of Conference or Conference Proceedings : HEA STEM 2018 |
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