The role of thinking in programming

This paper explores the bidirectional relationship between thinking and programming. It discusses the role of thinking in programming education and examines whether programming can foster higher-order thinking skills. Attention is given to certain challenges in programming education that conflict with the principles of constructive thinking.

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Mathematical and Software Engineering (Shumen University)
Published
2025-11-23
DOI
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17690957
Primary Topic
Teaching and Learning Programming
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The role of thinking in programming

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The role of thinking in programming

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Abstract

This paper explores the bidirectional relationship between thinking and programming. It discusses the role of thinking in programming education and examines whether programming can foster higher-order thinking skills. Attention is given to certain challenges in programming education that conflict with the principles of constructive thinking.

Mathematical and Software Engineering (Shumen University)
Shumen University (BG)
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