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Read Strength Across Schools: Integrating Justice, CT, and ELA
This interactive session will offer participants a glimpse into the transformative potential of merging CT and ELA education.
Read School Leadership Networks
Building inclusive CS programs requires strong collaboration between teachers, counselors, and administrators. So how do we ensure these collaborative efforts...
Read Moving Beyond Unplugged: Multiple Representations of CT
This study investigated the integration of computational thinking (CT) into early elementary literacy, focusing on kindergarten to second grade students....
Read From Aspiration to Reality: Differentiated Approaches to Access, Equity, and Inclusion in CS
NCWIT’s award-winning educators share their experiences of promoting equity in secondary CS classrooms. Presented by: Eva Bradshaw
Read Exploring the World of Physical Computing with Bee-Bots
Learn how to integrate a Bee-Bot into your elementary classrooms! Presented by: Brenda Bass and Melody Hagaman
Read Exploring CSTA and State K-12 CS Standards
As a prelude to its upcoming standards revision, the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) and the Institute for Advancing Computing...
Read Cybersecurity Escape
Learn how to use escape rooms for cybersecurity learning assessment.
Read Building Equitable Learning Environments with the NEIR Model
How to use the four pillars of NEIR to foster equity in computer science Presented by: Lori Colangelo
Read AI in Minecraft Education
Exploring the power of AI in education to support innovative classrooms. Presented by: Charity Nix and Nancy Mahlen
Read A Model for Integration of Elementary CS and Math
This presentation describes several free computer science and math integrated units designed for 5th grade students. The units were designed...
Read 90 Minutes Ahead: Teaching CS While Learning CS
CS teachers are CS learners. Presented by: Amy Cheek
Read Computational Thinking and Executive Function
Help neurodivergent students develop their executive function skills through computational thinking. Presented by: Verna Hiser
Read Students with Disabilities and CSP: Capacity, Access, and Participation
Examine equity gaps for students with disabilities using the CAPE framework and statewide data. Presented by: Sara Frey
Read Welcome to CSforEL: An Overview
An overview of the CSforEL professional development program, including the motivation for the program and information about how the program...
Read Unlocking AI: Teaching Artificial Intelligence in K–12
Revolutionize your classroom: Maryland’s roadmap to AI expertise Presented by: Nicholas Yates and Nora Burkhauser
Read The 4 Cs of Equitable District Pathways
Now more than ever, school districts across the country are tasked with owning inclusive computer science (CS) and computational thinking...
Read Supporting Student Discourse in Computer Science Classrooms
Rich classroom discussion, or discourse, has long been a recommended pedagogical practice in K-12 math and science education. Research shows...
Read Strategies for Exploring Connections between CS & Students’ Lives
A key strategy for broadening computer science (CS) participation in the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has been the enactment of...
Read Implementing ScratchJr into the Elementary Classroom Using CAL
Use the Coding as Another Language pedagogical framework for powerful CS instruction. Presented by: Kelly Powers and Sonny Rodriguez
Read Implementing an Equity-Focused Community of Practice
There are relatively few ongoing supports for experienced computer science (CS) teachers, particularly focused on increasing teachers’ use of equitable...
Read Empowering First-Year Teachers: Dynamic Instructional Strategies for Your CS Classroom
Create your toolbox of instructional strategies to increase student engagement. Presented by: Lindsay Roberts
Read Empowering CS Educators: Resources for New Teachers
Join CSTA Equity Fellows for a dynamic session empowering first-year CS teachers with resources, community, and engaging activities. Presented by:...
Read Connecting Engineering, Design, and Play with Minecraft
Learn how NASEF uses Minecraft to teach students STEAM-based and social-emotional skills. Presented by: Maya Israel
Read Computational Thinking Process in PreK – 1st Grade
Explore the intentionality of CS for 3-year-old students. Yes, begin intentionally proving Computational Thinking Skills as early as a preschool...