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An Innovative Journey to Scalable Computer Science Programs

ED Surge

Recently, EdSurge spoke with Valerie Brock , senior implementation manager at New York City’s Department of Education Computer Science for All (CS4All) , about her journey with STEM education. EdSurge: What experiences laid the foundation for your role as a leader in STEM education in NYC Public Schools?

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Business Leaders Say Computer Science Needs to Be A Core Subject

ED Surge

Today, a collection of more than 500 prominent business, education and nonprofit leaders called on states to update their K-12 curriculum to make computer science a core subject. The effort was led by Code.org, an education nonprofit focused on expanding computer science education. In the U.S.,

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Computer Science is Growing in K-12 Schools, But Access Doesn’t Equal Participation

ED Surge

Computer science has a wider footprint in schools than ever before, but there are differences when it comes to who has access to computer courses and who’s enrolling. Girls, for instance, make up just one-third of high school computer science students nationally.

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The Impact of Inclusive STEM Education

ED Surge

Building STEM Literacy at a Large Florida School District Broward County Public Schools is the sixth-largest school district in the United States, serving over 250,000 students across 326 schools and education centers in the Fort Lauderdale area.

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10 Best US Colleges for Computer Science

Ask a Tech Teacher

If you’re a senior in HS looking to continue your tech education, we have a list of the ten best colleges that will help you perfect your skills: 10 Best Colleges in the USA to Study Computer Science. Computer Science is a desirable degree for many students as it has great prospects and is linked to innovation in technology.

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Freedom To Teach Computer Science Our Way

Computer Science Teacher

Many, dare I say most, education administrators don’t really understand computers let a lone what it means to teach computer science. It will be hard to keep computer science from being constrained in someone’s idea of neat little boxes. That is what bureaucrats like to see.

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Maximizing Engagement Through Regular Immersion in Computer Science

Defined Learning

Through project-based learning, students at Winchester Public Schools participated in a "STEM-mersion" program which included an immersive visit to a regional airport. In partnership with Defined Learning, Winchester Public Schools was able to integrate career-connected PBL into their computer science curriculum.