It is not uncommon for teachers to get a little apprehensive when they hear the words Computer Science.  Michigan now has CS standards that are expected to be taught in schools.  The first thing you should know is that many of you are already teaching Computer Science without even realizing it.  Also know that you can do a ton with CS without even actually needing a computer.  Take a look at some of the resources we have below to help you get started.  

CS Vocabulary and REMC Materials

REMC 2 Central has taken some of the difficulty out of computer science.  By following the link you can find a variety of CS vocabulary and the maker materials we have at REMC that can help you teach that vocabulary.

Computer Science Sites and Activities

Ideas and activities to cover CS without computers.

Ideas and activities to cover CS without computers.

Ideas and activities to cover CS without computers.

Activities from MITECs that cover MI Computer Science standards.

A document that offers ideas for stories to use to help teach CS standards.

Michigan's computer science standards.

More than 60 free computer science courses.

A nonprofit dedicated to every student in every school learning computer science.

Computer Science curriculum resources for all subjects and grades.

A beginner friendly code editor to create retro arcade games.

Students learn through video-based lessons.

A comprehensive childhood to career program aimed at increasing access to cs education.

Resources to help with an after school club.

A free coding community for students.

Student ages 5 - 7 can learn coding.

Problem solving strategies that incorporate computational thinking into subjects already being taught in class.

Free web app for 3D design, electronics, and coding.

CS standards and activities by grade level.