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Computer Science Activities for Middle School

Career in STEM

Computer science careers are in high demand, offering lucrative opportunities across the education spectrum. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , “employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 11 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations”.

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Top 4 Reasons to Study Computer Science

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Do you have interest in computer science but thought it's just about learning to code? While coding is a crucial aspect of computer science, it's not the only reason to pursue this field. Here are the top four benefits of studying computer science that don't include coding. Well, think again!

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Left-brain or Right-brain Dominant? Explore the Ideal Subjects to Nurture your Strengths

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Information Technologies Information technologies involve the use of computers and software to manage and process information. The Sciences The sciences, including physics, chemistry and biology, are perfect for left-brain dominant individuals.

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Tech Professions Students Should Consider

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Students can’t go wrong with future careers in information technology and computer science. To become a machine learning engineer, you will need a master’s degree in computer science or artificial intelligence. An MSc in computer science may include various electives that will prepare you for cloud engineering.

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7 Reasons Advancement Courses Has Excellent Teacher Professional Development

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Recently, I took a course from Advancement Courses called Teaching Computer Science in 6-12. This blog post will discuss my experience and share what I created related to computer science. After completion, I believe that I received a world-class education about teaching Computer Science. Course Background.

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Mentoring Matters: Building Social Capital as the Bridge to Success

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Photo credit: The New York Academy of Sciences 2. Check out the Afterschool STEM Mentoring Program hosted by the New York Academy of Sciences to learn about a mentoring program designed to inspire a lifelong interest in STEM for elementary and middle school youth. Photo credit: National Center for Women and Information Technology 6.

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6 Things You Can Do with a Computer Science Degree

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It’s become sort of a mantra in this day and age: if you don’t know what to major in, go into computer science. Our world relies so much on technology that we need techies to keep things running. So to save you that stress, here’s a list of things that you can do with that computer science degree. Computer Hardware Engineer.