Jiaxi Yang

Xylocode: A Novel Approach to Fostering Interest in Computer Science via an Embodied Music Simulation

Fostering learners’ interest remains an important challenge in computer science (CS) education. In this paper, we explore how creative music-making, tangible interfaces, and embodiment can be used toward this end. The primary contribution of this paper is Xylocode, a novel exhibit that introduces middle school age lea…