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FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Mathematics is not just about solving equations or memorizing formulas; it’s a way of thinking. It teaches us problem-solving skills, logical reasoning, and the ability to think abstractly. But what makes mathematics the lingua franca of computer science?

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MAY 27, 2015

More on problem solving: 98 Tech Tips from the Classroom. 25 Techie Problems Every Student Can Fix–Update. What to do when your Computers Don’t Work. They will feel accomplished and tech savvy. If the lesson plans are blurry, click on them for a full size alternative.

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DECEMBER 8, 2022

The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve. One hour, according to Hour of Code, would show them that deep thinking was fun and problem-solving was exhilarating. This includes non-computer activities such as Happy Maps, Graph Paper Programming, Dice Race, Binary.

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DECEMBER 12, 2018

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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MAY 31, 2023

It includes K-5 tech curriculum (including problem solving, productivity software, critical thinking, share/publish, mouse skills, image editing, Google Earth, Photoshop, web tools, and more), keyboarding and digital citizenship curricula, classroom posters, pedagogic articles on tech ed topics, tips and tricks, and more.

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MARCH 1, 2023

She is an adjunct professor in tech ed, Master Teacher, webmaster for four blogs, an Amazon Vine Voice , CSTA presentation reviewer, freelance journalist on tech ed topics, contributor to NEA Today , and author of the tech thrillers, To Hunt a Sub and Twenty-four Days.

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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. Why Should Students Learn Computer Science?

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

You excel in subjects that require problem-solving skills and have a strong understanding of numbers and patterns. Here are some ideal subjects for left-brain dominant individuals: Electrical or Computer Engineering Electrical or computer engineering is a perfect fit for left-brain dominant individuals.

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DECEMBER 12, 2018

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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DECEMBER 8, 2020

The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve. One hour, according to Hour of Code, would show them that deep thinking was fun and problem-solving was exhilarating. This includes non-computer activities such as Happy Maps, Graph Paper Programming, Dice Race, Binary.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Today’s tip: Find a file Category: Problem-solving Q: I saved my document, but I can’t find it. This will Search only locations attached to your computer. What do I do? If so, open it and re-save it in a spot you’ll remember. Two: Not there? Click the Start Button. Type the file name in Search.

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MARCH 16, 2018

Today’s tip: #39: My Computer Won’t Turn Off. Sub-category: PC, Problem-solving. Category: Hardware. Q: I’m pushing the power button on my laptop (or desktop, but this is more common with laptops), and it won’t turn off. What do I do?

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APRIL 10, 2024

As a working technology teacher, I get hundreds of questions from parents about their home computers, how to do stuff, how to solve problems. Q: Some kids are hard workers, but they just don’t get computers. Each week, I’ll share one of those with you. They’re always brief and always focused.

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MARCH 3, 2017

Today’s tip: #119–What to do when Computers are Down? Sub-category: Problem-solving, teaching. review computer hardware. For more ideas, check out these articles: What to do when your Computers Don’t Work –These are suggestions I received from readers after I published the article above.

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MARCH 15, 2022

Category: PC, Problem-solving. Q: I have several students who share a computer. She is an adjunct professor in tech ed, Master Teacher, webmaster for four blogs, an Amazon Vine Voice , CSTA presentation reviewer, freelance journalist on tech ed topics, and author of the tech thrillers, To Hunt a Sub and Twenty-four Days.

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JANUARY 13, 2023

Category: Problem-solving. I teach even the youngers how to solve this problem. Truth be known, lots of teachers have this problem, also. They’re used to sitting down at a computer shared only with themselves. Today’s tip: My desktop icons changed. What happened?

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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. Why Should Students Learn Computer Science?

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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. The number one reason cited by superintendents and principals for not offering this integral computer skill is time scarcity. Why Should Students Learn Computer Science?

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AUGUST 29, 2023

Don’t Keep to Only One Language Software developers learn many languages throughout their careers, and even if your students start with a simpler language, they should still have a broad understanding of general computer languages. But this can lead to the idea that there are smart and dumb people in the world.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

This week, I’ll post updated suggestions to get your computers and technology ready for the blitz of projects you’ll accomplish in the New Year. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Sub-category: Problem-solving. All I know is it works often enough, it’s my first line of defense to problem-solving this particular problem. reboot your computer. Today’s tip: My Internet Won’t Work. Category: Internet. Q: My internet stopped for no reason. What can I do?

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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. Why Should Students Learn Computer Science?

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MARCH 7, 2023

Today’s tip: 19 Tech Problems Every Student Can Fix Category: Problem-solving Here are the nineteen problems that cause eighty percent of the tech stoppages in your classrooms. Computer frozen Check solutions in this list. If nothing works, reboot.

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DECEMBER 6, 2019

Every year in preparation for December, I post lots of coding activities that students can complete with their computers, on the Internet, or using iPads, but this year, I want to do something different. The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve. computational thinking.

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AUGUST 15, 2023

Sending kids to the computer lab to do work rather than using the class computer or the library computers? When I ask about it, the usual answer is that something about the classroom computer doesn’t work as well as the lab. This is an opportunity to model problem solving for students.

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JANUARY 25, 2024

Students will look to their teacher for solutions and the teacher will become best friends with a colleague in thick glasses and the pasty tan of someone rarely away from their computer, whose conversation includes words like gig, server, and modem. My job requires tech every day so I’ve solved a lot of problems.

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JUNE 24, 2020

Sub-category: Problem-solving. A: Here are four ideas you can try before rebooting your computer: Refresh the webpage with the ‘reload current page’ tool. Today’s tip: Quick Browser Fixes. Category: Internet. Q: The browser I’m using is quirky. Sites I know should work don’t. About half the time, that works.

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AUGUST 26, 2021

Let’s dive into the definition of creativity then explore examples and benefits of creative thinking in computer science. Creativity is the ability to develop new ideas to solve problems and communicate with others. According to Arne Dietrich, professor of cognitive neuroscience, there are four types of creativity.

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MARCH 31, 2022

This is one that isn’t connected to your local computer so can’t be compromised if you get a virus. You can work on your computer while it’s backing up; it’ll just be slower. More on computer security. At least once a year, backup your data files to an external drive (like a flash drive). Chromebook : No need.

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DECEMBER 17, 2015

In my case, as a technology teacher, it‘s from computers. A while ago I posted four lessons I learned from computers : Know when your RAM is full. I got a flood of advice from readers about the geeky lessons they got from computers. Only when something goes wrong do we get the adrenaline rush that comes with problem solving.

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MARCH 21, 2023

Creativity and problem-solving will come in handy in brainstorming solutions and revolution steps for projects, while communication and networking are invaluable when interacting with team members or potential clients. Graduates looking to hit the ground running should be sure to cultivate a good balance of soft and hard skills.

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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. Why Should Students Learn Computer Science?

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NOVEMBER 9, 2015

Start kindergartners with problem solving. 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. If they love Legos, they’ll love coding. Code –learn to code, for students.

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MARCH 28, 2019

The Number One reason–according to students–why their computer doesn’t work is… It’s broken. As a teacher, I hear this daily, often followed by the solution, I need a different computer. My students innately think computer problems are something they can’t solve. The starting point for many problems.

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DECEMBER 5, 2023

Websites and Apps to Support Hour of Code Why Should Students Learn Computer Science? She is an adjunct professor in tech ed, Master Teacher, webmaster for four blogs, CSTA presentation reviewer, freelance journalist on tech ed topics, contributor to NEA Today , and author of the tech thrillers, To Hunt a Sub and Twenty-four Days.

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JUNE 9, 2015

search your computer: WinKey+Search field (at the bottom of the Start Button). If you press it twice in a row, the PC will shut down all open programs and reboot. select entire line: triple click. zoom in or out of a page: press Ctrl while scrolling the mouse wheel. email a file or folder: right-click and select that option.

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JULY 18, 2023

As a working technology teacher, I get hundreds of questions from parents about their home computers, how to do stuff, how to solve problems. Each Tuesday, I’ll share one of those with you. They’re always brief and always focused. Some websites/blogs are confusing.

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