Expanding Contextualized Computer Science Education in Africa: A Collaborative Initiative
Publication Date
10-21-2025
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Title
Comped 2025 Proceedings of the ACM Global Computing Education Conference 2025
Volume
2
DOI
10.1145/3736251.3749528
First Page
376
Last Page
378
Abstract
Building on our ITiCSE-Working Group Report 2024 study, this proposal aims to expand and refine contextualized CS1 materials in partnership with African researchers and educators. Earlier findings showed that faculty see value in locally relevant materials for boosting engagement and problem-solving, though challenges remain in adapting them across contexts. This working group will co-design new materials using a structured framework and evaluate them through mixed-methods research with students centrally involved. The project promotes inclusive pedagogy, cross-institutional collaboration, and scalable strategies to better align global computing standards with local needs.
Department
Computer Science
Recommended Citation
Sally Hamouda, Kehinde Aruleba, Joseph Kizito Bada, Ethel Tshukudu, Cleverence Kombe, Emmanuel Okyere Ekwam, Tessema Mengistu, Linda Marshall, Janet Shufor Bih Fofang, and Nils Timm. "Expanding Contextualized Computer Science Education in Africa: A Collaborative Initiative" Comped 2025 Proceedings of the ACM Global Computing Education Conference 2025 (2025): 376-378. https://doi.org/10.1145/3736251.3749528
