In this interview with Michael Horn, we discuss computational literacies vs computational thinking, power in literacy, cultural imperialism, the impact of programming language on identity, the intersections of music and CS, and so much more.

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How to Get Started with Computer Science Education

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0:00 Intro

00:33 An introduction by Michael

01:10 Dual appointment?

01:36 How Michael became interested in designing innovative learning experience

03:17 What is computational literacy?

10:43 Computational literacy and power

14:48 Underground computational literacies

18:53 Colonization in education

21:55 Genres of computer science

24:46 Learning higher vs lower level languages

32:21 What is TunePad?

37:10 How students and teachers might use TunePad

37:52 Challenges with integrating CS in music classes

39:58 Why arts educators are afraid of integrating

48:11 How Michael iterates on his abilities

51:55 How Michael prevents burnout

54:42 What Michael wishes there was more research on

59:45 Something listeners can help Michael with

01:00:46 What I'm getting excited about

01:02:32 Coding as performance art

01:03:34 How to connect with Michael

01:03:50 Outro