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Why Should Students Learn Computer Science? A Teacher’s Perspective

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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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Hour of Code? Here’s why to participate

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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. Why Should Students Learn Computer Science?

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Empowering Tomorrow's STEM Leaders: The Role of Coding in Grades K-5

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Coding cultivates vital skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and computational thinking, applicable throughout the curriculum. It fortifies math proficiency, enriches scientific comprehension, and instills engineering mindsets.

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Why Should Students Learn Computer Science? A Teacher’s Perspective

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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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CoderZ Launches New TEKS Aligned Computer Science Curriculum for Grades 3-8

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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% of total state employment.

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Should Coding be a Part of the Modern School’s Curriculum?

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As educators struggle with the best way to teach critical thinking and problem solving, coding has proven to be an effective and flexible tool. The number one reason cited by superintendents and principals for not offering this integral computer skill is time scarcity. How Does Coding for Kids Work?

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Empowering Teachers and Inspiring Students for a STEM-Driven Future

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There comes a point very early in a child’s educational experience where they self-select themselves in or out of subjects like math and science. PLTW strives for students to experience an engaging, hands-on way to learn about engineering, computer science and biomedical science.

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