Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 8, 2022

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. Code.org, the grandfather of Hour of Code offerings, recognizes the importance of critical thinking outside of coding and programming. Computer Science Unplugged.

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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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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. The skills coupled with critical thinking are taught in these subjects. For this reason, students who don’t excel in science or math usually opt for an easier academic program.

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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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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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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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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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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 6, 2019

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. I want students to recognize that these skills — critical thinking and problem-solving — apply to any part of life, even without a computer, iPad, or smartphone in hand.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 8, 2020

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. Code.org, the grandfather of Hour of Code offerings, recognizes the importance of critical thinking outside of coding and programming. Computer Science Unplugged.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

PLTW strives for students to experience an engaging, hands-on way to learn about engineering, computer science and biomedical science. Additionally, students hone employability skills such as critical thinking, problem solving and collaboration in their PLTW classroom.

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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. Critical Thinking. Independent Thinking. Teamwork In our last blog we talked about , Computer Science Education Week and the importance of teaching our children to understand computer programming.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 3, 2021

December 6-12th, 2021, 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. Scratch Jr.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 13, 2023

AI Literacy applies 21st-century skills , including communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity. It builds on years of work in Digital and Media Literacy and Computational Thinking , including elements of computer science, ethics and additional areas beyond science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

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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. Critical Thinking. Independent Thinking. Teamwork Computer Science Education week. , , CSEd week was established to bring awareness to the the importance of Computer Science Education.

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ED Surge

AUGUST 3, 2023

Dembo says he faced that challenge too, when he taught his own computer science class in a previous role. Dembo says students in a computer science class may not need to master a computing language like Python anymore, but rather just know enough to guide an AI tool to create something using the language.

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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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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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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Websites and Apps to Support Hour of Code Why Should Students Learn Computer Science? Try Robo Wunderkind Minecraft Review PrimoToys–unplugged programming for youngers Root Robotics–Great Way to Extend Hour of Code Scratch Jr.

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Ellipsis Education

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Has the time come to update these requirements and add computer science to the mix? There is no doubt that today’s youth needs to be equipped with computer and technology skills to be successful. In this blog, we explore why high school should have computer science requirements in order to earn that diploma.

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CoderZ

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Critical Thinking Beyond the Screen: Games are renowned for enhancing critical thinking skills within their carefully crafted environments. However, the true test of critical thinking lies in its application to real-life challenges.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Why Should Students Learn Computer Science? PrimoToys–unplugged programming for youngers. Root Robotics–Great Way to Extend Hour of Code. Scratch Jr. Websites and Apps to Support Hour of Code. A Teacher’s Perspective. Wonder Workshop’s Amazing Dash. Hour of Code lesson plans. K-8 Lesson bundle of coding projects.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Code.org , the grandfather of Hour of Code offerings, recognizes the importance of critical thinking outside of coding and programming. To reinforce this, they offer a slew of unplugged critical thinking activities to pursue during the Hour of Code week. Computer Science Unplugged. Ages 4 and up. Scratch Jr.

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STEM for Kids

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Peek Inside Computers: Let’s explore computer science as I/O detectives as we learn about computer engineer Mark Dean. This intrinsic motivation is crucial for fostering innovative thinking and problem-solving skills, key attributes for a successful STEM career. Pumping The Heart!:

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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. Scratch Jr. CSforGood #HourOfCode.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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. Hour of Code–Is it the right choice?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

As educators struggle with the best way to teach critical thinking and problem solving, coding has proven to be an effective and flexible tool. Why Should Students Learn Computer Science? Is it time to add ‘coding’ to the essential subjects taught at every school? More on coding and programming.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2015

a series of symbols, used synonymously as text and grouped to imply or prompt the multimedia in the games and programs that happen on computers, websites, and mobile apps. This complicated definition is why–historically–programming, IT, and Computer Science have been of interest only to the geekiest of kids.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

Khan Academy Computer Science. Khan Academy Computer Science. Khan Academy Computer Science. Google Computer Science for High School –free workshops (with application) for K-12 teachers. runs in your browser. Google Spreadsheets–code the spreadsheet with color that will reveal a secret picture.

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Career in STEM

AUGUST 2, 2023

Additionally, constant use of Chat GPT may limit students’ critical thinking skills as it predominantly offers direct answers instead of fostering the process of critical thinking. This web quest presents multiple questions for students to investigate, along with 13 different computer science career activities.

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Top 10 Sciencekits

JUNE 26, 2023

Building Strong Foundations Early STEM education provides children with a solid foundation in critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills. By engaging with STEM concepts at an early age, children are encouraged to think independently, ask questions, and seek solutions.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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. 10 Unusual Hour of Code Projects.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 25, 2022

We would say “play” or “critical thinking” or “computer science.” Sometimes, that meant playing a game in the classroom; other times, it meant redesigning the curriculum, working through problems in a different way. Unfortunately, at the time, you couldn’t say “games” to a potential parent or funder.

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Kid Spark Education

JANUARY 28, 2022

According to a 2020 study sponsored by Code.org , fewer than half of US schools offer a computer science curriculum. That’s why, at Kid Spark Education, we’re passionate about providing our Middle School STEM program to help students develop important critical thinking skills.

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Defined Learning

DECEMBER 5, 2023

STEM and coding foster skills such as critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and more. With the growing influence of technology in both the workplace and schools, STEM and coding education are becoming increasingly more important across all grade levels.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

Khan Academy Computer Science. Khan Academy Computer Science. Khan Academy Computer Science. American Computer Science League –competitions for junior and senior high. Google Computer Science for High School –free workshops (with application) for K-12 teachers. Treehouse (K+).

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Ellipsis Education

MAY 30, 2023

The idea is to introduce computer science skills to students that have little to no experience writing code. Educators can use this platform to introduce students to programming, encourage their creativity, and foster critical thinking skills. It’s no secret that Scratch is huge in the K-12 education space.

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Vivify Stem

MARCH 3, 2023

Programming Sphero robots can help students develop essential skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork. Give students a chance to explore and experiment on their own, and they’ll develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills along the way. After all, learning can and should be fun!

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