The MEMA Method in Early Programming Education: Experiences of Turkish Teachers in Lower Grades of Primary School

The MEMA method is a method for early programming education that teachers apply when working with students in the lower grades of elementary school. This paper presents an example of good practice in applying the MEMA method in a Turkish elementary school, as a result of pilot project activities carried out within the Erasmus+ project “CybeMEMA.” It also presents the opinions of Turkish teachers on this method based on a short survey conducted. The results showed that Turkish teachers confirmed that the MEMA method, through interactive activities, helps students learn the first concepts and steps in programming in a fun way, while also developing problemsolving skills and teaching logical thinking. At the same time, they pointed out the challenges of applying the MEMA method in large groups of students and the need for creating video lessons on this method. This paper provides valuable insights for teachers and anyone who wants to encourage early learning of programming and logic.