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Read Current Perspectives and Continuing Challenges in Computer Science Education in U.S. K-12 Schools
Analyzes online surveys of over 7,000 U.S. educators, parents, administrators and students. Includes four mini reports that highlight equity gaps...
Read Computational Thinking Competencies for Educators
Outlines the educator knowledge, skills, and mindsets needed to integrate computational thinking (CT) across the K-12 content areas and with...
Read Computational Thinking Operational Definition
Provides a common framework and vocabulary for computational thinking for K–12 educators. Author(s): CSTA & ISTE Publication Year: 2011
Read Building a Foundation: Steps to CS Integration
Resources and ideas to integrate computer science in the elementary classroom Presented by: Jamie Petersen and Lauren Holmes
Read Computational Thinking Leadership Toolkit
Provides materials to help teachers of all subjects and backgrounds to understand, value, and implement computational thinking (CT) in K-12...
Read CS in STEAM: Bilingualism and Creativity with Alebrijes and Arduinos
Explore the creation of colorful Mexican sculptures using Arduino components Presented by: Jonathan Flanakin and Natalia Jacquez
Read Computational Thinking Teacher Resources
Provides materials to help educational and community leaders to learn more about the need for computational thinking (CT) and how...
Read Unconscious Bias in the Classroom: Evidence and Opportunities
Examines how unconscious bias impacts representation in computer science and STEM fields and strategies for improvement. Author(s): Google Publication Year:...
Read Computer Science, Economics, and the Housing Crisis
Integrating CS and economics with real-world data and analysis Presented by: Andrew Ruoss and Gordon Campbell
Read Cracking the Code: The Prevalence and Nature of Computer Science Depictions in Media
Explains how computer science shows up in popular media and can influence student perceptions about who computer science professionals are...
Read Supporting Student Belonging Through K–5 Computer Science Lessons
Design integrated CS lessons that spotlight student identity. Presented by: Michelle Pealo
Read Images of Computer Science: Perceptions Among Students, Parents, and Educators in the U.S.
Explains how entrenched stereotypes and lack of visible role models could be contributing to the lack of racial and gender...
Read Diversity Gaps in Computer Science Education
Summarizes the structural and social barriers that discourage students from pursuing computer science education. Author(s): Google Publication Year: 2016
Read Searching for Computer Science: Access and Barriers in U.S. K-12 Education
Examines the reasons why computer science is not a priority in many schools and what this means for rural, Black,...
Read Women Who Choose Computer Science: What Really Matters
Summarizes how encouragement and exposure play critical roles in leading women to pursue degrees in computer science. Author(s): Google Publication...
Read K-12 Computer Science Education State Reports
A look at how students, parents, teachers and administrators perceive and experience computer science education in 43 U.S. states. Author(s):...
Read Analysis of AP Computer Science Results
Analyzes and visualizes trends from the Advanced Placement (AP) CS A and CS Principles exams. Author(s): Barb Ericson Publication Year:...
Read Addressing Core Equity Issues in K-12 Computer Science Education
Reports on a statewide “Computer Science for All” initiative in Oregon to inform the efforts of other states seeking to...
Read Recommendations for States Developing Computer Science Teacher Pathways
Recommendations for secondary CS teacher endorsement and certification and for preservice teacher preparation pathways. Authors: Code.org Publication Year: 2017
Read Everyone and No One Can Teach CS
Summarizes the K-12 computer science teaching certification or endorsement requirements for each state. Authors: Code.org Publication Year: 2018
Read Ensuring Exemplary Teaching in an Essential Discipline
Recognizes the lack of consistency in computer science teacher certification standards in the U.S. and worldwide; presents information to ensure...
Read Bugs in the System: Computer Science Teacher Certification in the U.S.
Provides policymakers, administrators and educators with a better understanding of the complex issues surrounding computer science teacher certification in the...
Read Micro-credentials
Addresses certification and professional learning in computer science. Authors: Code.org Publication Year: 2019
Read CSTA National Secondary Computer Science Survey
National surveys of high school CS teachers that provide research-based information for educators, decision makers, and researchers. Authors: CSTA Publication...