K-5 CS Standards Modules

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Program Information

Iowa’s Computer Science Standards self-paced, online modules explore the CSTA Standards, their connection to the K12 Computer Science Framework, and their place in Iowa. The last module focuses on integration ideas and examples. Completing these modules builds teachers' understanding of the context and content of Iowa’s CS standards so they can implement them in their curriculum.

Grant Commitment

For participating elementary school teachers, you are expected to:

complete the pre-assessment prior to starting the modules
complete the four modules that make up the AEA Online CS Standards Modules by June 10th, 2022.
complete the post assessment and upload a copy of your certificates of completion by June 10th, 2022.

How much is the stipend?

The $300 stipend will be paid only to teachers selected to represent districts participating in the 2022 AEA Statewide CSPDIF grant.

Is credit available?

One license renewal credit is available for $125. The cost for credit is the responsibility of each person registering. Participants are NOT required to register for credit to receive the CSPDIF stipend. The $300 stipend is the only incentive that will be paid and the amount is the same regardless if you pay for credit or not.

Registration

Please read each of the steps below before officially registering or beginning course work.

Step #1 - Whether you are taking this course for credit or not, you must complete the pre-assessment Statewide AEA Elementary Grant: CS Standards Modules Information form BEFORE you start the modules.

Step #2 - No Credit Option - If you are NOT registering for credit, there is NO registration fee. After completing the pre-assessment, search for and access each of the modules individually by name (or click on the links below) and complete each module within the AEA Online Learning system. You will get a link to a certificate of completion after each module.

All coursework will need to be completed by June 10th, 2022 for stipends to be paid.

Step #2 - One Credit Option - If you are registering for 1 recertification credit, you must click here to get to the course: "CSPDIF Grant K-5 (One license Renewal Credit)." (Note: If you are a 6th grade teacher, you must use this link.)

You must complete all of the course modules AND submit a lesson plan - you'll find the lesson plan template on the training site. Reminder: One license renewal credit is $125. The cost for credit is the responsibility of each person registering and will NOT be reimbursed by the grant and cannot be refunded through AEA Online. If you have trouble registering for the course, please contact Judy Griffin.

Participants are NOT required to register for credit to receive the stipend. All coursework will need to be completed by June 10, 2022 for stipends to be paid.

Stipend Reimbursement

To receive the $300 stipend, all coursework will need to be completed and submitted by June 10th, 2022.

If you are not taking the modules for credit:

Download or take a screenshot of your module completion certificates (4 total).
Complete the post-assessment on the Statewide AEA Elementary Grant: CS Standards Modules Information form and upload your completion certificates.

If you are taking the modules for one credit:

Complete your lesson plan using the provided template in the course.
Complete the post-assessment on the Statewide AEA Elementary Grant: CS Standards Modules Information form and upload the link to your lesson plan. When you share the link, make sure it is shared "anyone with the link can view."

Stipends will be dispersed to districts for payment to you no later than the end of June 2022. Please note that you may receive your stipend from your district at a later time.

*Payments can not be made for coursework completed after the June 10th deadline.