Level: Beginner
Prerequisites: No prior programming experience required
Tools Required: Web browser, basic spreadsheet software, visual programming platforms (e.g., Scratch, Blockly), optional: Python IDE for higher-level tasks
Certification: Certificate of Completion from Thakral Global Learning + Preparation for IT Specialist: Computational Thinking Certification
📖 Course Overview:
This foundational course introduces the principles of computational thinking—a problem-solving process that involves logical analysis, algorithmic thinking, abstraction, and automation. Designed for students, educators, and professionals new to programming or computer science, this course develops the mental models and strategies needed to solve real-world problems like a computer scientist. Learners will also be prepared to sit for the Certiport IT Specialist: Computational Thinking certification exam.
✅ Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand and apply the four pillars of computational thinking
- Break down complex problems using decomposition
- Recognize patterns and abstractions in data and processes
- Develop algorithms and express them through flowcharts or pseudocode
- Think critically and logically like a programmer
- Prepare confidently for the Computational Thinking Certification exam
🧩 Course Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Computational Thinking
- What is computational thinking?
- Importance in problem-solving across industries
- Overview of the 4 pillars: Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, Abstraction, and Algorithms
- Real-world examples in everyday life and business
Module 2: Decomposition – Breaking Down Problems
- Understanding large problems vs. manageable tasks
- Case study: Planning a school event or organizing a vacation
- Hands-on: Break down a problem into step-by-step sub-tasks
- Activity: Visual planning with mind maps
Module 3: Pattern Recognition – Seeing the Repetitions
- Identifying similarities and trends in data
- Practice with numerical patterns, text patterns, or image similarities
- Using patterns to make predictions
- Hands-on: Pattern analysis using visual puzzles and data samples
Module 4: Abstraction – Focusing on What Matters
- Understanding detail filtering and generalization
- Identifying relevant vs. irrelevant information
- Hands-on: Create a map legend or design a login form by abstracting essential details
- Real-world abstraction: Maps, mobile apps, dashboards
Module 5: Algorithms – Creating Step-by-Step Solutions
- What is an algorithm?
- Expressing solutions via pseudocode and flowcharts
- Examples: Making tea, sorting data, validating user input
- Hands-on: Design simple algorithms for everyday tasks
- Optional: Use Scratch or Blockly to create algorithmic games
Module 6: Intro to Automation & Programming Concepts
- What is automation and how does it relate to thinking computationally?
- Programming logic: conditionals, loops, variables
- Hands-on: Create a basic interactive story or game using Scratch
- Optional: Introductory Python logic (if learners are ready)
Module 7: Applying Computational Thinking in the Real World
- Business, education, healthcare, and everyday life use-cases
- Team challenge: Solve a real-world scenario using computational thinking
- Prepare your problem analysis, design, and presentation
Module 8: Certification Preparation & Capstone Challenge
- Review of key concepts
- Sample exam questions
- Mock test with feedback
- Final mini-project to apply all four pillars
- Certification exam readiness checklist
📝 Assessment & Evaluation:
- Module-end activities and reflective journals
- Quizzes after every two modules
- Mid-course mini-project
- Final capstone problem-solving challenge
- Mock exam based on Certiport format
💼 Career & Academic Relevance:
- Essential for students pursuing computer science or engineering
- Foundational for software developers, business analysts, system designers
- Helps educators integrate logical thinking into classroom teaching
- Relevant for anyone interested in structured thinking and digital problem-solving
🌟 Why Choose This Course at Thakral Global Learning?
- Aligned with global Certiport IT Specialist Certification
- Hands-on, activity-based learning with real-world applications
- Encourages critical thinking in both technical and non-technical domains
- Perfect for beginners or as a prerequisite to coding courses
- Industry-recognized certificate to enhance your profile
