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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. Scratch Jr. CSforGood #HourOfCode.

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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. Hour of Code–Is it the right choice?

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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? A Teacher’s Perspective.

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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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MARCH 13, 2023

How can teachers engage students to learn problem-solving skills across the curriculum? One program has set out to teach computational thinking (CT) and coding skills in a problem-centered approach, fostering a student-driven learning design. The CoolThink pedagogy emphasizes To Play, To Think, To Code, To Reflect.

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DECEMBER 5, 2022

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NOVEMBER 9, 2015

Start kindergartners with problem solving. How to train your robot –a lesson plan from Dr. 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.

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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. 10 Unusual Hour of Code Projects.

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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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NOVEMBER 15, 2016

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. They don’t expect a discussion on problem solving or Minecraft to help them with math).

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NOVEMBER 16, 2016

Start kindergartners with problem solving. Khan Academy Computer Science. Khan Academy Computer Science. Khan Academy Computer Science. American Computer Science League –competitions for junior and senior high. If they love Legos, they’ll love coding. runs in your browser.

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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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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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NOVEMBER 5, 2015

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. They don’t expect a discussion on problem solving or Minecraft to help them with math).

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NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Confess, when you think of coding, you see: …when you should see. It feels like: When it should feel like: December 4-10, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one-hour introduction to coding, programming, and why students should love it. Coding is a great tie-in to Common Core Math Standards.

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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.

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JULY 15, 2019

These automated humanoid bots often interact with users, require critical thinking and problem-solving, and grab the imagination of students in ways that makes everyone want to learn. It’s nice that many of the lessons and activities are aligned with the Code.org curriculum and Computer Science Fundamentals.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2017

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 million coding jobs and only 400,000 applicants.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2019

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 million coding jobs and only 400,000 applicants.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2016

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 million coding jobs and only 400,000 applicants.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

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 million coding jobs and only 400,000 applicants.

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DECEMBER 6, 2022

Google Computer Science for High School –free workshops (with application) for K-12 teachers. Ted-ED Think Like A Coder –a 10-episode cartoon-based series to teach kids about coding in a game format. Why Should Students Learn Computer Science? Glide –create an app from a spreadsheet. Code Academy.

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DECEMBER 6, 2023

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DECEMBER 6, 2021

C-STEM Studio –download to teach computers, science, technology, engineering and math with robotics. Google Computer Science for High School –free workshops (with application) for K-12 teachers. Why Should Students Learn Computer Science? Metaverse –create apps using Metaverse’s AR platform. Code Academy.

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DECEMBER 5, 2020

C-STEM Studio –download to teach computers, science, technology, engineering and math with robotics. Google Computer Science for High School –free workshops (with application) for K-12 teachers. Ted-ED Think Like A Coder –a 10-episode cartoon-based series to teach kids about coding in a game format. Scratch Jr.

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