Teaching Python

The Power of Metaphors in Learning

September 24th, 2024
By Kelly Paredes
coding education, cognitive development in coding, computer science pedagogy, concepts, educational metaphors, growth mindset in learning critical thinking, learning through metaphors, metaphors, programming, teaching programming

This blog explores the power of metaphors in teaching coding, demonstrating how these metaphors make abstract concepts more accessible to beginners. Students outgrow metaphors like the hamburger model for conditionals, which spurs critical thinking and deeper understanding of coding concepts. The article emphasizes that the limitations of metaphors can enhance learning, encouraging students to question, refine their knowledge, and build cognitive skills necessary for tackling complex programming problems.