Computational literacy at work

We explore the characteristics of children\u92s construction of dynamic systems in a school context. This is done throughanalyzing children\u92s activities when working hands on with a modelling task, and also through informal interviews andexhibitions where children described their work to peers and teachers who had not taken part in the activities. Our resultssuggest that handling the technology, relating to others, and negotiating ideas, are prominent aspects in these activities.Based on these results, we discuss the different activities involved in learning to create digital constructions and howthese relate to several important topics that are emphasized in educational research that draws on socio-culturalperspectives on action and learning. These include the social context, the role of artefacts and technology, and the abilityto articulate, express, and discuss