Are you feeling totally lost when it comes to implementing computer science in your class? This session is designed to help teachers and administrators who need guidance on how to start. There is some introductory programming as well as integration opportunities.
The CS Standards of Learning are intended to be integrated into related disciplines at the K-8 level. This session will focus on opportunities for computer science to support instruction in a variety of subjects, and how to find those topics that will work well with computer science.
Are you a new computer science teacher? Are you looking to expand the courses your school offers to students? This session will offer advice for teachers transitioning into teaching a computer science course as well as deciding which course or courses to offer.
How do you decide what resources to get for teachers and students? What can you do to support teachers in their computer science instruction? This session will cover a variety of topics including curriculum, recruitment, funding, professional development, and more!
Want to focus your time on learning just how to code? This session will cover the basics of programming designed for teachers of younger students.
This session will focus on nationally identified issues and difficulties facing CS. How do these issues affect decisions in your school and division? This session will offer many opportunities to discuss and brainstorm with other divisions.