Debates in Computing and ICT Education explores the major issues teachers of computing encounter in the classroom. Written by expert contributors and aimed at both pre-service and in-service teachers, the book provides an authoritative of issues as diverse as: approaches to teaching computing; the importance of teaching online ethics and digital literacy in an online world; technology, inclusivity and the 'digital divide'; [and] the increasing gender disparity in computing education; technology as a tool to augment cognition. With the aim of stimulating critical thinking and enabling readers to form their own personal philosophy of teaching computing, this book provides a comprehensive grounding in the issues central to discussion and debate in teaching and learning with computers. It encourages critical reflection and aims to stimulate both novice and experienced teachers in thinking more deeply about their practice, encouraging them to link research and evidence to what they have observed in schools. It is also designed to support the in-depth work required to achieve master's level credits on PGCE courses. Succint chapters fully supported by pedagogical features mean you can dip in and out of this book as times allows--ideal for reflective practice and enhancing your professional thinking--back cover.