Mapping the relations between computational thinking and mathematics in terms of problem-solving

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Over the last two decades, computational thinking has grown popular in educational settings. This article aims to unfold computational thinking in relation to mathematics. The study reviewed 19 articles published between 2014 and 2021 and provides new opportunities for understanding how to get involved and introduce computational thinking into mathematics teaching. It was found that computational thinking and mathematical thinking had a relationship and that problem-solving could be an approach to relating them. The findings reveal that the relationship is primarily theoretical and that teachers found it challenging to make a connection between computational thinking and mathematics. In addition to providing a structured example of research conducted in the field and identifying gaps, the study raises new research opportunities.