This page contains teacher supports and resources for implementing code.org activities in your classroom.
Setting Up Your Class in Code.org
Teacher Supports
Teachers can set up classes for their students and can keep track of student progress and advance the students through the lessons incrementally
Options to choose shorter express courses or longer, more comprehensive courses depending on the time allotted
Lessons incorporate fun characters that students recognize, increasing engagement, including characters from Star Wars and Angry Birds
Each lesson has a detailed lesson plan for teachers
Option to have code.org read the instructions aloud
Multiplatform: works on any device with a web browser and works on mobile devices. No download required
Includes scaffolding for basic computer use (drag and drop with a mouse or touch controls, depending on the device used)
For remote teaching, parental guidance is required to set up students
Need student accounts to save progress (although these can be set up by the teacher in advance)
Teacher support through forums
Assessment Strategies with Code.org