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5 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities

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The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve, show them that deep thinking was fun and problem-solving exhilarating. But here’s my issue: Too often, kids forget that the goal is to practice critical thinking and problem solving, not pursue a career in programming.

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The Impact of Inclusive STEM Education

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In 2013, the STEM and Computer Science (STEM+CS) team was created to implement an interdisciplinary grades K-12 STEM program outside the grade-level core disciplines of ELA, math, science and social studies, and separate from the standard Career Technical Education (CTE) programs to reach all students.

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6 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities

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The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve. One hour, according to Hour of Code, would show them that deep thinking was fun and problem-solving was exhilarating. This includes non-computer activities such as Happy Maps, Graph Paper Programming, Dice Race, Binary.

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CoderZ Recognized by EdTech Digest Awards as Best Coding, Computer Science and Engineering Solution

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The program was also recognized as a finalist in the best robotics solution category DERRY, N.H. CoderZ was also honored as a finalist in their best robotics solution category. CoderZ was also honored as a finalist in their best robotics solution category.

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Robotics as a Catalyst in the Computer Science Classroom

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Educators and students alike face some difficult and unique challenges in the modern computer science classroom. Especially when it comes to tackling the “meat and cheese” of computer science: computer programming. But robotics can help us overcome these challenges! This is where robots come in. Why Robots?

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CoderZ Launches New TEKS Aligned Computer Science Curriculum for Grades 3-8

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About CoderZ’s Commitment to Computer Science in Texas Demand for skilled STEM occupations is growing rapidly around the country, and especially in Texas where the government estimates these roles will make up 10.5% of total state employment.

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6 Unplugged Activities for Hour of Code

Ask a Tech Teacher

The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve. One hour, according to Hour of Code, would show them that deep thinking was fun and problem-solving was exhilarating. This includes non-computer activities such as Happy Maps, Graph Paper Programming, Dice Race, Binary.