Campus Units
Education, School of
Document Type
Article
Publication Version
Accepted Manuscript
Publication Date
4-23-2018
Journal or Book Title
Computer Science Education
Volume
27
Issue
3-4
First Page
229
Last Page
247
DOI
10.1080/08993408.2018.1457899
Abstract
This theoretical paper explores the need for enhanced, intersectional computing identity theory for the purpose of developing a diverse group of computer scientists for the future. Greater theoretical understanding of the identity formation process specifically for computing is needed in order to understand how students come to understand themselves as computer scientists. To ensure that the next generation of computer scientists is diverse, this paper presents a case for examining identity development intersectionally, understanding the ways in which women and underrepresented students may have difficulty identifying as computer scientists and be systematically oppressed in their pursuit of computer science careers. Through a review of the available scholarship, this paper suggests that creating greater theoretical understanding of the computing identity development process will inform the way in which educational stakeholders consider computer science practices and policies.
Copyright Owner
Taylor and Francis Online
Copyright Date
2018
Language
en
File Format
application/pdf
Recommended Citation
Rodriguez, Sarah L. and Lehman, Kathleen, "Developing the next generation of diverse computer scientists: the need for enhanced, intersectional computing identity theory" (2018). Education Publications. 114.
https://lib.dr.iastate.edu/edu_pubs/114
Included in
Computer Engineering Commons, Higher Education Commons, Science and Mathematics Education Commons, Teacher Education and Professional Development Commons
Comments
This accepted article is published as Rodriguez, S. L., Lehman, K. (2018). Developing the Next Generation of Diverse Computer Scientists: The Need for Enhanced, Intersectional Computer Science Identity Theory. Computer Science Education. 27(3-4); 229-247. Doi: 10.1080/08993408.2018.1457899. Posted with permission.