Computação desplugada com jogos: desenvolvendo o pensamento computacional no Colégio Cívico Militar José de Alencar

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of introducing Computational Thinking (CT) in primary and secondary education through unplugged, playful methods to stimulate problemsolving and cognitive skills in students. Based on the concepts of Jeannette Wing and other researchers, Computational Thinking is structured into four main pillars: decomposition, abstraction, pattern recognition, and algorithm creation. The research involved a literature review and the practical application of educational games, such as Caesar Cipher, Pixel Art, and Maze, to work on these pillars. The activities were implemented in two classes at a civic-military school, with initial and final assessments to measure student progress. Results indicate a significant improvement in students' understanding and interest in block programming, highlighting the effectiveness of games in introducing programming concepts and promoting critical thinking skills.