Upcoming CSAwesome PD

Upcoming CSAwesome Professional Development Opportunities

Check out our upcoming professional development opportunities for CSAwesome. Interested in PD, but not ready to register? Complete our Interest Form.

CSAwesome Immersion PD (Infosys Pathfinders)

Dates: 07/22 to 07/26

Description: Infosys Foundation US will host the Pathfinders Online Institute 2024 virtually with 20 PD courses occurring throughout the summer. This PD is designed for educators who have experience with Java but are new to teaching AP CS A. Participants will complete 40 hours of the CSAwesome PD over the course of 5 days plus attend a teacher orientation on May 31st. New to Java Teachers will be invited to participate in 20 hours of pre-work before the immersion week event. A Certificate of Participation is given to all teachers who complete the professional development, indicating the number of PD hours.

Cost: This experience is FREE for U.S. K-12 public school teachers. 

Graduate Credit Opportunity:  A graduate credit ($150/credit) can be earned in addition to this PD through the College of Saint Scholastica. Individuals who are interested in pursuing graduate credit will need to earn a Certificate of Participation after finishing the PD and complete additional course work. Interested? Learn more here. 

CSAwesome Extended PD (CSforCA - California Educators Only)

Date: 07/22 to 07/26

Description: Grades 10 - 12. Help your students succeed in AP Computer Science A! Prepare to teach the AP Computer Science A course using the CSAwesome curriculum, endorsed by the College Board, which includes an online platform with student learning materials, lesson plans, and assessments. Never programmed in Java? No worries! We’ll teach you how! Educators participate in a week-long extensive professional development around CSAwesome as well in monthly academic workshops throughout the school year.  A Certificate of Participation is given to all teachers who complete the professional development, indicating the number of PD hours.

Cost: Free to CA Educators, with stipends available.

Graduate Credit Opportunity:  Graduate credits ($150/credit) can be earned in addition to this PD through the College of Saint Scholastica. Individuals who are interested in pursuing graduate credit will need to earn a Certificate of Participation after finishing the PD and complete additional course work. Interested? Learn more here. 

NLPD X305 - CSAwesome (Immersion)

Dates: 

07/22 to 07/26

07/29 to 08/02


Description: This 2-week (20 hours/week) virtual professional development course is recommended for teachers who have significant experience in computer science (CS) and are preparing to teach the CSAwesome curriculum for the first time. Participants will learn how to program in Java, learn how to use inclusive teaching practices to recruit and retain underrepresented students in computing, as well as learn how to use the Runestone Instructor Dashboard equitably. Teachers will be led by an experienced CSAwesome facilitator and will receive access to a complete set of online lesson plans and teaching materials. A Certificate of Participation is given to all teachers who complete the professional development, indicating the number of PD hours. It's important to note that the hours mentioned are for synchronous meetings, and the total hours listed include both the daily 2 hour synchronous sessions and individual asynchronous work.

Details will also be shared on how participants can sign up for other learning opportunities offered by the Northern Lights Collaborative. 

Cost: $1,550

CSAwesome Short PD 

Date: 07/30 (11AM to 5:30 PM CT)

Description: This 6 hour professional development course is recommended for teachers who have some familiarity with Java and AP CS A. The PD will consist of an introduction to using the CSAwesome ebook on Runestone Academy including how to access the lesson plans/teaching materials and training on using inclusive CS teaching strategies. Ongoing academic year support from an experienced AP CS A & CSAwesome teacher in the 2024-2025 school year is also included. Note: All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation after completing the course. This session will not be recorded.

Details will also be shared on how participants can sign up for other learning opportunities offered by the Northern Lights Collaborative. 

Cost: $275

Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities

Below are other professional development opportunities for educators interested in learning more about programming and teaching Java. 

Learn to teach Java Specialization (Ongoing)

Date: Ongoing, learn at your own pace.

Description: Learn to teach introductory Java -- with a focus on the new Advanced Placement Computer Science A curriculum.  Preview the CS Awesome curriculum with overview videos to help you prepare for class efficiently.  Learn teaching tips and access supporting materials from an expert in CS education with 15+ years experience including advice on teaching debugging, code tracing (for answering multiple choice questions) and problem solving patterns.  Complete activities specifically designed for teachers and create materials you can use in your classroom. In this specialization you will engage in projects to develop resources for your classroom to supplement the CS Awesome online interactive textbook as well as evaluate other curricula which might be useful for you.  Additionally, you will develop resources, assessments, and instructional plans and materials you can use in YOUR classrooms.  

Cost: Free

Objectives: 

Graduate Credit:  NA, earn a career certificate. 

College of St. Scholastica EDU 6730: Programming and Teaching Java (Summer 2024)

Description: This course will present the Advanced Placement Computer Science A course, which features object - oriented programming methodology with an emphasis on problem solving and algorithm development. This course will include strategies for evaluating and selecting curriculum that are engaging for students from all backgrounds. 

This course is apart of the Certificate in Computer Science Education program at the College of St. Scholastica. Participating teachers can sign up as a non-degree seeking student. 

Note: Computer Science Principles (CSP) as a first requirement is waived if you have taught CS A before.

For questions about the course and dates contact Katie Wayne. 


College Board Workshops and Summer Institutes: 

The College Board offers AP CSA specific training (either one day or 30 hours) for teachers preparing to teach the AP CSA course. Teachers may decide to attend a College Board Workshop or Summer Institute training and/or attend a CSAwesome PD. Attending both is encouraged, but not required. Learn more at https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/professional-development/workshops-summer-institutes.