Computer Science Teacher

MARCH 27, 2024

Regular readers of this blog know that I have been doing the New York Times Spelling bee ( Computer Science Teacher: Spelling Bee Solver Project ). Actually, I do it with my wife who gets most of the words. Anyway, one of the special types of words in the puzzle is called a pangram.

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DECEMBER 6, 2021

Over the next week, I’ll share ideas that will get you ready for your Hour of Code. This includes (links won’t work until the articles are posted) : Hour of Code? 15 Unusual Projects. The Easiest No-coding Way to Build an Education App. Program on computers, iPads, laptops–whatever works, whatever age.

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Cool Cat Teacher

JULY 23, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter As we continue with the series, '80 Days of AI and AI,' after a much-needed summer break, this interview with my student, William, marks a return to the learning journey. But this journey is not just for me and my students. The question?

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DECEMBER 7, 2021

Over the next week, I’ll share ideas that will get you ready for Hour of Code. This includes (links won’t work until the articles are posted) : Hour of Code? 15 Unusual Projects. The Easiest No-coding Way to Build an Education App. Coding with pixel art. Center the QR Code within the provided frame.

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DECEMBER 7, 2022

Over the next week, I’ll share ideas that will get you ready for Hour of Code. 10 Unusual Projects. 6 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities. Coding–that geeky subject that confounds students and frightens teachers. Coding with pixel art. Long list of websites by grade. Human robot. Human algorithm. Human Robot.

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DECEMBER 8, 2020

Hour of Code–December 7th-12, 2020–is a time when teachers show students why they should love-not-fear coding and students find out that these activities — often seen as geeky or impossible — aren’t. Over the next week, I’ll share ideas that will get you ready for your Hour of Code.

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DECEMBER 4, 2020

December 7-12th, 2020, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one-hour introduction to students on coding, programming, and why they should love it, designed to demystify “code” and show that anyone can learn the basics to be a maker, a creator, and an innovator. Build Websites.

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DECEMBER 2, 2019

December 9-15th, 2019, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code –a one-hour introduction to students on coding, programming, and why they should love it, designed to demystify “code” and show that anyone can learn the basics to be a maker, a creator, and an innovator. Build Websites.

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ED Surge

JULY 27, 2023

Derek Bruff, a consultant and a visiting associate director at the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning at the University of Mississippi, recently blogged about his attempts to update an assignment for a writing class to respond to the presence of ChatGPT. Lau is optimistic, though.

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Cool Cat Teacher

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Recently, I took a course from Advancement Courses called Teaching Computer Science in 6-12. Recently, I took a course from Advancement Courses called Teaching Computer Science in 6-12. Can my PD let me design some lesson plans?

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NOVEMBER 27, 2018

December 3-9th, 2018, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one-hour introduction to students on coding, programming, and why they should love it, designed to demystify “code” and show that anyone can learn the basics to be a maker, a creator, and an innovator. Build Websites.

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STEM Next

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Toys and games in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are marketed to boys. We especially like open-ended toys like classic LEGO sets, wooden blocks, Tinker Toys, and MAGNA-TILES where girls create their own designs instead of complete one-and-done projects where they follow directions.

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DECEMBER 6, 2019

Hour of Code is a time when teachers show students why they should love-not-fear coding and students find out that these activities — often seen as geeky or impossible — aren’t. Let’s go back to the roots of coding. Hour of Code does that every year for oh many students. computational thinking.

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DECEMBER 15, 2021

Silhouettes are perfect for this sort of project. Their code can be copied into most blogs, wikis, and websites or used from the Wolfram-Alpha site. For this project, we’ll go with the pre-built option. Copy the code and embed it into your website, blog, or wiki. There are many. Team Challenge.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2018

We’ve provided a lot of projects and lesson plans, as well as websites you’ll like organized by grade. Animatron –design and publish animated and interactive content that plays everywhere, from desktop computers to mobile devices. BrainPop coding games. Learn to code. Minecraft coding mod. Apps Geyser.

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JANUARY 10, 2019

End-of-Year Maintenance: 19 Steps To A Speedier Computer. Why Should Students Learn Computer Science? Root Robotics–Great Way to Extend Hour of Code. 13 Holiday Websites and 13 Projects. End of Year Maintenance: Update Your Online Presence. 3 Free SEL Activities from SafeSchools. A Teacher’s Perspective.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Coding–that geeky subject that confounds students and frightens teachers. Yet, kids who can code are better at logical thinking and problem solving, more independent and self-assured, and more likely to find a job when they graduate. In fact, according to Computer Science Education , by 2020 , there will be 1.4

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Cool Cat Teacher

APRIL 19, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter What if you could create multiple choice questions inside ChatGPT and then export into Gimkit? In this post, I will demonstrate how I helped our science teacher create some questions in ChatGPT. I'll do a separate post for science teachers on another day!)

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CoderZ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

However, computer science emerges as a powerful tool, not just for coding and algorithms, but as a bridge that spans linguistic barriers. Visual Language of Coding Computer programming languages have a universal appeal – they are visual and structured.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2019

Coding–that geeky subject that confounds students and frightens teachers. Yet, kids who can code are better at logical thinking and problem solving, more independent and self-assured, and more likely to find a job when they graduate. In fact, according to Computer Science Education , by 2020 , there will be 1.4

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NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Coding–that mystical geeky subject that confounds students and teachers alike. Confess, when you think of coding, you see: …when you should see. December 5-11, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one-hour introduction to coding, programming, and why students should love it.

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STEM Discovery Education

DECEMBER 1, 2022

While everything about my favorite subject is fun, in my 20-plus years of teaching computer science in a K-8 school, the one thing that has been the most exciting for me is Coding. Coding has opened the door to a variety of new activities for students, including robotics, 3D printing, and much more! About the Author.

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DECEMBER 7, 2020

Over the next week, I’ll share ideas that will get you ready for Hour of Code. This includes (links won’t work until the articles are posted) : Hour of Code? 10 Unusual Projects. 6 Unplugged Activities for Hour of Code. Coding–that geeky subject that confounds students and frightens teachers.

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Ellipsis Education

JANUARY 30, 2023

Do you have interest in computer science but thought it's just about learning to code? While coding is a crucial aspect of computer science, it's not the only reason to pursue this field. Here are the top four benefits of studying computer science that don't include coding.

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Computing Education Research Blog

JULY 7, 2023

My main activity for the last year has been building two new courses for our new Program in Computing for the Arts and Sciences (PCAS), which I’ve blogged about recently here (with video of a talk about PCAS) and here where I described our launch. The ACM/IEEE Computing Curriculum volumes weren’t going to be much help.

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Cool Cat Teacher

MARCH 12, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Students can build apps and collaboration skills at the same time. If you're doing collaborative projects and design in your classroom, you'll get practical ideas for how you can modify your projects to encourage collaboration and real-world learning.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2015

Coding–that mystical geeky subject that confounds students and teachers alike. Confess, when you think of coding, you see: …when you should see. December 7-13, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one hour introduction to coding, programming, and why students should love it.

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DECEMBER 10, 2018

Now that you’ve engaged your students with awesome Hour of Code fun, I’m thrilled to introduce the incredible Root Robotics for going far beyond the hour! Root’s a versatile, engaging robotics and coding program that grows with students from pre-K up through grade 12. Coding Curriculum & Certifications (Grades 6-12).

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STEM Education Works

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Hello everyone, Today we have a very special guest for this week’s blog! Geoffrey now works at Purdue as a data scientist and plays a critical role in assisting research groups across campus with their computational needs. I work at the Rosen Center for Advanced Computing at Purdue University. What do you like most about it?

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Ellipsis Education

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Physical Education are common high school graduation requirements - even if students do not intend to pursue these subjects after high school. Has the time come to update these requirements and add computer science to the mix? Should CS Be Required High School?

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

Silhouettes are perfect for this sort of project. Their code can be copied into most blogs, wikis, and websites or used from the Wolfram-Alpha site. For this project, we’ll go with the pre-built option. Copy the code and embed it into your website, blog, or wiki. There are many. Team Challenge.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Coding–that mystical geeky subject that confounds students and teachers alike. Confess, when you think of coding, you see: …when you should see. It’s designed to demystify “code” and show that anyone can learn the basics to be a maker, a creator, and an innovator. Hour of Code App Suggestions.

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APRIL 30, 2015

Coding has become the poster child for a tech-infused classroom. Over 15 million kids participated in Hour of Code this past December. So what is ‘coding’? Let’s go to Webster’s definition instead: The act or job of creating computer programs. Not much better.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Coding–that geeky subject that confounds students and frightens teachers. Yet, kids who can code are better at logical thinking and problem solving, more independent and self-assured, and more likely to find a job when they graduate. In fact, according to Computer Science Education , by 2020 , there will be 1.4

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MARCH 27, 2020

In fact, the biggest question I get from teachers in my online classes and on my blog is: “How do I do it?” How to I provide equity for those without computers or internet access at home is challenging? Add videos of you discussing a project or welcoming them in the morning. Learn to Code (for free).

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NOVEMBER 2, 2017

December 4-10, 2017, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one-hour introduction to students on coding, programming, and why they should love it, designed to demystify “code” and show that anyone can learn the basics to be a maker, a creator, and an innovator. Code Academy.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Coding–that geeky subject that confounds students and frightens teachers. Yet, kids who can code are better at logical thinking and problem solving, more independent and self-assured, and more likely to find a job when they graduate. In fact, according to Computer Science Education , by 2020 , there will be 1.4

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