Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 12, 2018

If you participated in December’s Hour of Code, you may have come to realize the importance of Computer Science to students. Here’s Greg’s informed perspective on this question: Beyond job opportunities, why should all K-12 students learn about computer science? The same applies to computer science.

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Career in STEM

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Cool Coding & Computer Science Resources for Teens. Even if you never go on to a career in IT, electrical engineering, or computer programming, everyone needs to know the basics. Cool Tools to Start Learning Computer Science. Intro to Computer Science Activities Bundle. by Claire Zhu. Never fear!

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CoderZ

APRIL 15, 2024

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% Collaboration and creativity are both an important part of ELAR and Tech Apps standards.

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Career in STEM

JANUARY 22, 2024

Four roles you can access with a degree in computer science Choosing a degree course can be hard, especially if you’re not quite sure what job you want to do yet. Read on to find out where your future could lead with a computer science degree. Sound good?

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STEM Education Guide

MARCH 8, 2023

Computer science is an exciting, ever-changing field with a lot to offer. But what exactly does “computer science” mean, and how can kids get started off learning about it? What Is Computer Science? At its core computer science is about learning how computers and programs work.

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Ellipsis Education

NOVEMBER 26, 2022

Computer Science Education Week Activities November 27, 2022 Katie Baird Manager, Content Marketing Computer Science Education Week 2022 is December 5 – December 11! This post includes a list of free CSEdWeek resources, available both through our website and other computer science organizations.

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Ellipsis Education

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In this blog, we take a closer look at the connections between art and STEM (called STEAM education), and we explore how to integrate art into computer science. You may be familiar with the term STEM, which standards for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The same can be said for computer science.

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EiE Blog

AUGUST 3, 2022

We’re thrilled to announce that our Computer Science Essentials™ curriculum was selected as Educator’s Pick Best of STEM Award in the Trailblazer: Inspiring Computational Thinking category!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Mathematics: The Language of Computer Science Theoretical Foundations At the heart of computer science lies a rich tapestry of mathematical concepts. But what makes mathematics the lingua franca of computer science? It trains students in the art of problem-solving—a critical skill in computer science.

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STEM Education Guide

MARCH 8, 2023

However, one thing that’s often overlooked is computer science education, an incredibly essential subject and skill in today’s digital era. For this reason, students who don’t excel in science or math usually opt for an easier academic program. What Is Computer Science? Is Computer Science Stem?

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CoderZ

DECEMBER 7, 2022

It’s Computer Science Education Week and what better way to ignite a love for STEM and celebrate computer science than with your very own hour of coding in the classroom? Coding and computer science is for everyone! How empowering is that? No experience in coding or robotics? No problem!

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The Maker Mom

APRIL 2, 2023

A computer science camp is the perfect educational opportunity for a young techie. By starting young and building excitement around computer science, you’ll give your children a great foundation and head start for college. They also teach UX design, game design, and computer science as some of the main topics.

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CoderZ

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

In recent years, the landscape of education in the United States has been undergoing a profound transformation, particularly when it comes to Computer Science (CS) education in K-12 schools. As technology continues to accelerate at an unprecedented pace, there is a growing demand for a workforce with strong computer science skills.

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Ellipsis Education

JANUARY 21, 2021

"We want students to understand what a computer can do, what a human can do, and why that’s different,” says Mark Guzdial, Professor of Computing at Georgia Tech. When it comes down to it, that’s all computer science really is: the relationship between humans and computers. Well, not so fast! Well, not so fast!

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STEM Next

DECEMBER 19, 2022

From a Week of Computer Science to A Year of Possibilities: Five Ideas to Take into 2023. We celebrate the incredible effort that made Computer Science Education Week 2022 a resounding success. Check out our How-to Guide for activities along with resources to advocate for computer science in your community.

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Career in STEM

JANUARY 17, 2022

Professionals with computer science skills are in demand these days. Such demand creates a variety of career options : graduates of computer science can hone their artistic side as video game designers, fiddle with smart machines as robotics technicians, or protect valuable data as cybersecurity specialists.

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STEM Sport

APRIL 4, 2023

STEM careers are roles that utilize science, technology, engineering, and/or math to complete their daily tasks. Many STEM careers can also be considered STEAM careers because of the need for creative thinking. Interesting Creative STEM Careers In this article, you will learn more about engaging STEM careers that use creative thinking.

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Career in STEM

DECEMBER 15, 2021

It’s become sort of a mantra in this day and age: if you don’t know what to major in, go into computer science. So to save you that stress, here’s a list of things that you can do with that computer science degree. Computer Hardware Engineer. So now you know what you can do with that computer science degree.

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CoderZ

AUGUST 26, 2021

Imagine you had the chance to build the perfect advocate for computer science education. You’d start with a base of dedication sifted with a pinch of perseverance, creativity, and gumption. From Career Tech to Computer Science for All. Dr. Sharon Jones has committed her career to providing computer science to all.

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Ellipsis Education

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

To get computer science into the classroom, you need resources, community support, and a plan. Read on for inspiration as you plan your computer science implementation! We’re making sure that computer science truly is “for all,” through an equity lens. By Josh Miles CMO. It takes a village.

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Ellipsis Education

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

To get computer science into the classroom, you need resources, community support, and a plan. CodeVA , a nonprofit dedicated to building computer science infrastructure, is are experts at this. We’re making sure that computer science truly is “for all,” through an equity lens.

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Computer Science Teacher

JUNE 5, 2023

This is especially true in a subject like computer science. It also helps them develop their creativity. Well, if they believe their teacher is a real content knowledge expert. Of course there is more to be known than can ever be known. Too many students expect teachers to find answers to questions they have.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 30, 2023

These competencies include creativity and innovation, communication, critical thinking and problem-solving, citizenship, flexibility and adaptability, and resilience. One result of this exclusion is children having inequitable access to consistent, high-quality computing opportunities. To date, all 50 U.S. We want to know.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 26, 2021

The community support makes it very easy for kids to learn computer science with Python. For instance, Matplotlib is used for plotting charts and graphs; SciPy for engineering applications, science, and mathematics; Beautiful Soup for HTML parsing and XML and NumPy for scientific computing.

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ED Surge

APRIL 12, 2023

The idea came to Asemota, who is in her final semester as a biomolecular science major with a computer science minor, during the doldrums of pandemic lockdown isolation in 2020. How did you get involved with computer science and coding? Through that process, I fell in love with computer science.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Ward’s Science sends it as part of the kit. You just attach the circuits, motors, and conductors, and let your creativity flow: Code.org Hour of Code Unplugged Ages 4 and up Code.org offers a slew of unplugged critical thinking activities to pursue during Hour of Code.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Ward’s Science sends it as part of the kit. You just attach the circuits, motors, and conductors, and let your creativity flow: Code.org Hour of Code Unplugged. Computer Science Unplugged. This teacher-oriented website provides everything you need to teach computer science without a computer.

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Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

I made DIVAA, the Digital Interactive Virtual AP Assistant to help my AP Computer Science Principles with Python and AP Content. I also have seen a pretty cool Creative Writing Coach GPT that might be helpful for students in some cases.) Then, I'll treat it like a teaching assistant. (I Answer the Prompts.

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Bright and Smart

DECEMBER 9, 2020

It falls during Computer Science Education Week(CSEd) which aims to get students interested and excited about computer education. Explore and be creative while teaching them essential programming principles. This week, students all around the world will be participating in (the) Hour of Code! What is Code.org?

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National Science Foundation

JULY 5, 2022

Though women were once at the forefront of developing the disciplines of computer programming and software engineering (Berkeley School of Information, 2021), the computer science (CS) workforce in the US for the past three decades has become a field of mostly White and Asian men. Acknowledgement. References.

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Bright and Smart

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Computer programming falls in line with these concepts because learning to code will help children improve their: Creativity. Teamwork In our last blog we talked about , Computer Science Education Week and the importance of teaching our children to understand computer programming. Critical Thinking. Brainstorming.

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Bright and Smart

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Computer programming falls in line with these concepts because learning to code will help children improve their: Creativity. Teamwork Computer Science Education week. , , CSEd week was established to bring awareness to the the importance of Computer Science Education. Critical Thinking. Brainstorming.

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CTE Learning

OCTOBER 5, 2018

In order to excel in the world of computers, people need to study computer science in general. Students who study computer science learn to design, analyze and develop computer hardware and software. However, many people think computer science and it’s related fields are complicated.

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Bright and Smart

DECEMBER 5, 2023

By incorporating hands-on activities into our children's curriculum, it will help them to improve skills like: Creativity Critical Thinking Independent Thinking Brainstorming Problem-solving Teamwork This week, students all around the world will be participating in (the) Hour of Code! Why was this week chosen?

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Computer Science Teacher

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021

I see programming as a creative thing (art/craft/skill/science/what ever) and I want to see creativity from my students. In my introduction to my classes I tell students that I want to see creativity. Very often in early projects is is hard to be creative. Student get very creative with those projects.

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ED Surge

APRIL 24, 2023

This project was guided by Anni Kumar, a seasoned educator and head of the computer science department at Vikas Bharati Public School. Kumar has been a teacher for 19 years and is passionate about creating a learning environment that fosters critical thinking, collaboration and creativity among her students.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Teach for Tomorrow’s Job Market Many parents want their children to study computer science. As the leading platform for building immersive experiences, Unity is becoming increasingly essential to technical and creative roles alike. Yet, in the United States, just over half of high schools actually teach it.

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