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. Recognizing this need, many states have taken significant steps to introduce and support CS education in their K-12 schools.

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STEM Education Works

MAY 16, 2023

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. In other words, computer science education is more important than ever. Why Robots?

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CoderZ

JULY 10, 2023

As educators, we eagerly anticipate the start of a new school year while using our summer break to recharge and prepare for the challenges and opportunities ahead. In this article, we will explore how embracing flexibility and innovation can enhance your robotics and computer science classes.

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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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Ellipsis Education

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Meghan Lund Content Marketing Specialist In order to put on that cap and gown and walk across the stage with a diploma in hand, high school students must work hard to complete a certain amount of credits in various subject areas. Has the time come to update these requirements and add computer science to the mix? 3 Reasons Why.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 8, 2019

Programs are geared to the particular learning of Elementary and Middle School, and Middle and High School with games and lessons aligned to state and national standards like Common Core, TEKS and MAFS. There are about 118 games, sorted by age group (grades 3-5, 6-8, and high school) and subject, including: Algebra Four.

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STEM Sport

JUNE 6, 2023

In the constantly evolving education landscape, educators need to design effective STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) curricula that engage and inspire their middle school students. One powerful tool that can help achieve this is a STEM curriculum map.

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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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ED Surge

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. AI or ChatGPT won’t replace you any time soon, but someone using AI will.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The positive impact of teachers has been extensively substantiated through years of research highlighting that teacher effectiveness is the most important school-based factor related to student achievement and outcomes. PLTW Launch curriculum for preK-5 students was created to address this. Schools can’t do this work alone.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

Start kindergartners with problem solving. Move the Turtle –programming via iPad for middle school. Khan Academy Computer Science. Khan Academy Computer Science. Middle School. Khan Academy Computer Science. If they love Legos, they’ll love coding. Kindergarten coding. Scratch Jr.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 7, 2022

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. December 5th, 2022, 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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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. We're all kicked out of school, kicked out of the dorm, and honestly, it was so chaotic, and I'm just at home, like, “What do I do to not lose my mind?”

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Ellipsis Education

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The Curriculum Developer Spotlight series on our blog highlights the unique and talented educators that write Codelicious curriculum. Keep reading to learn more about Sandy’s background, expertise, and approach to computer science in the classroom. “ ” — Sandy Dibble.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 25, 2022

She has dedicated much of her career to helping educators integrate technology with purpose into their curriculum. Now the Managing Director and Chief Learning Officer at Games for Change , Shapiro stands at the vanguard of a movement to both normalize and prioritize game-based instruction in schools. So, I joined her team.

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STEM for Kids

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

STEM For Kids® is pleased to announce the newest addition to our industry-leading curriculum portfolio… STEM Icons: Celebrating Black History for kids. Peek Inside Computers: Let’s explore computer science as I/O detectives as we learn about computer engineer Mark Dean. Pumping The Heart!:

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

Start kindergartners with problem solving. Khan Academy Computer Science. Khan Academy Computer Science. Middle School. Codesters –fun coding for middle school; students code and see the result on side-by-side screens. Khan Academy Computer Science. runs in your browser.

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CoderZ

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving world, computer science (CS) and technology skills have become indispensable tools for addressing a wide range of societal challenges. Technology and computing are in all industries including farming and agriculture, manufacturing, construction, and retail.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 7, 2021

This is an easy way to add MLA headings (or whichever standard your school uses). Location of event: Provide a large QR Code at the entrance to the school or event location with a map and directions to the room where it is located. For example, if the student forgets how to solve a math problem, the QR code will take them to help.

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Ellipsis Education

MAY 13, 2021

We understand that there are many options when it comes to integrating computer science into the classroom. While we can certainly discuss the ways our curriculum empowers teachers and drives student outcomes, you don’t have to just take our word for it.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 24, 2022

In a fifth-grade class at Redlands Unified School District in California, students sit in pairs, building LEGO® Education robots that hop. They're also coding, measuring and problem-solving. It's the collaboration with fellow students, problem-solving and prototyping. This is purposeful play. Why Teachers ??

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STEM Sport

AUGUST 19, 2022

The World Economic Forum stated, “ 65% of children entering primary school today will ultimately end up working in completely new job types that don’t yet exist. ” There are even charter schools and private schools that target students who are looking for advanced access to science, technology, engineering, and math curricula.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 21, 2018

Finding webtools for high school classes requires a different set of metrics than those that apply to lower and middle school searches. Teachers who specialize in preparing students for college and career instinctively want tools that extend learning, support lesson plans, and simplify concepts taught in the curriculum.

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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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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Move the Turtle –programming via iPad for middle school. Code Curriculum. C-STEM Studio –download to teach computers, science, technology, engineering and math with robotics. C-STEM Studio –download to teach computers, science, technology, engineering and math with robotics. Pyonkee –free, a little glitchy.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 7, 2020

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. December 7-12, 2020 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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Computer Science Teacher

NOVEMBER 12, 2022

This year’s CSTA New England regional conference is at the University of Massachusetts (Amherst) school of Education. Swanier showed this video Girls in Tech for Web Summit - Ruthe Farmer – YouTube We’ve been taking about this problem for a while but we really need to take our actions up a notch. It’s a great venue.

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CTE Learning

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Today we are featuring an interview with Ian Kilpatrick, who teaches at the High School of Fashion Industries in Manhattan, New York City. This is all done through the sequence of courses that show students how to apply all the skills they are learning to build, create and solve problems for clients.

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Ellipsis Education

OCTOBER 21, 2021

This could be why Java remains the primary language used on the AP Computer Science exam. Knowledge of Java and its applications will undoubtedly help students in their computer science education. Sample of Java code from our Computer Science Applications Java course. Technologies that Use Java.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 4, 2015

I know there are stories ( Arthur’s Computer Disaster, The Magic School Bus Gets Programmed ) that you could read to the students. I know that Arthur’s Computer Disaster has worksheets that go along with the book. I have also heard of the book The Computer Teacher from the Black Lagoon but I have never read it.

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CoderZ

MARCH 6, 2023

Are you ready to introduce computer science in your classroom? There is no prior coding experience necessary and in fact, this is a fun way for students to dip their toes in the water before they begin coding curriculum next school year or enter the Fall League competition. Click here to get exclusive resources.

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STEM for Kids

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

STEM For Kids® is pleased to announce the newest addition to our industry-leading curriculum portfolio… STEM Icons: Celebrating Black History for kids. Peek Inside Computers: Let’s explore computer science as I/O detectives as we learn about computer engineer Mark Dean. Pumping The Heart!:

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

million students fail to graduate from high school. Through childhood games, they learned social skills, problem-solving, sequencing, and a whole bunch more while they thought they were doing a puzzle, building blocks, or playing dodgeball. Fast forward to formal schooling. High School and up. High School+.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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 This is an easy way to add MLA headings (or whichever standard your school uses).

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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. Lesson plans, curriculum and activities. If I had a favorite, this would be it. Also available are a wide variety of lessons and activities.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

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 This is an easy way to add MLA headings (or whichever standard your school uses).

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Ellipsis Education

JANUARY 31, 2024

Revised Texas Technology Applications TEKS are adopted and set for implementation in the 2024-2025 school year. History of the Technology TEKS The original K-8 TEKS Technology standards were adopted in 2011 and implemented in the 2012-2013 school year. Implementation is set for the 2024-2025 school year. Goodbye, grade bands!

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