2026-03-22 –, Teresa Yuchengco Auditorium (Main Hall)
Across the past decade, education research has shifted from teaching code through strict syntax to building broad problem-solving skills. Python fits this shift well because it is clear, flexible, and beginner friendly. This session highlights global trends in computational thinking and explains why Python works as a foundation for K to 12 learners. It helps students focus on logic, structure, and creative problem solving, which strengthens digital literacy and prepares them for a tech-driven future.
Many classrooms still rely on heavy syntax drills that leave beginners frustrated. Research shows that students learn better when lessons center on thinking skills rather than memorizing rules. Python supports this approach because its clean design lets learners focus on reasoning. The session connects key findings in computational thinking research with practical examples, from block-based transitions to simple robotics and data tasks. Attendees will see how Python can help schools worldwide build confident problem solvers who can adapt to any digital tool they meet later on.
Rodelene Joy Leonorio is a Licensed Professional Teacher and a graduate of the Philippine Normal University, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education with a major in TLE and a specialization in ICT. She currently works as a Computer and TLE teacher, with a strong focus on robotics and programming using Python. Joy continues to build her expertise by pursuing a Master of Science in Information Technology at De La Salle University, where her academic interests center on technology integration and AI literacy.