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EdTech Magazine
Computers play a huge role in our everyday lives, and now more than ever, it's important that kids have a basic understanding of how computers work, what computers can do and how technology can be helpful. From learning how to type to creating programs from scratch by writing code, the possibilities are endless. Learning computer skills can be a lot of fun for kids, too.
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The Advocate
Fred Martin, has served on the board of CSTA since 2014, and is presently chair of CSTA's Board of Directors, writes: "I am delighted to inform you that at the CSTA summer board meeting on July 11, 2018, Jennifer Rosato was elected as incoming chair of the board. Jennifer ('Jen') Rosato is Director of the Center for Computer Science Education at the College of St. Scholastica and an Assistant Professor in Computer Information Systems. She leads the Mobile CSP project, including curriculum and professional development for the AP CS Principles course. Rosato also works on teacher education initiatives, including integrating computer science and computational thinking in pre-service programs as well as a graduate certificate program for current teachers."
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The Kansas City Star
The Kansas City tech community's hopes of boosting computer science among Missouri's high schoolers have been dashed — at least temporarily — by a veto from Gov. Mike Parson. A bill backed by tech heavy-hitters, including Apple and Amazon, passed the Missouri House and Senate this session. Supporters sought to encourage high school students to take computer science courses by requiring that schools count the classes as a math, science or practical arts credit rather than treating it as an elective. The bill also aimed to boost awareness of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, fields.
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KTAR
Two years ago, the principal at Fountain Hills High School asked teachers if they were interested in teaching computer science. With no background in computer science, Randy Bragg stepped up to the challenge. "We would really be doing a disservice to the kids if we're not preparing them for this," he said. "So I said, 'Yeah, this sounds like something I want to do.'" He now teaches an Advanced Placement computer science principles class. He's part of a growing number of Arizona teachers who are getting trained in computer science and are passing on what they learn to their students.
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The Sacramento Bee
Thousands of K-8 students will soon be able to take advantage of free after school coding classes that will be funded under California's latest state budget. The $15 million pilot program approved by the Department of Education earlier this month will allow more than 4,000 after school sites to apply for grants of up to $80,000 over three years. The program aims to offer kids a high-quality coding curriculum, keep lower-income students in a safe environment and prepare them for careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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By: Sheilamary Koch (commentary)
 The powerful influence of technology on our lives is not to be taken lightly — and it’s no surprise that educators have strong opinions on its place in our schools. Evidence that educational technologies displace curricular activities that better develop students’ ability to relate to each other, think critically and concentrate were key justifications for low-tech education expressed in the previous article. While some take an extreme stance against technology in schools, many seem to believe it has a place in the education of our children.
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eSchool News
Virtual reality is exciting and engaging for students, but for the most part, schools have struggled to find ways to incorporate it into the curriculum. Now, new research reveals one possible impetus for more classroom inclusion. University of Maryland researchers conducted an in-depth analysis on whether people learn better through virtual and immersive environments versus more traditional platforms such as a two-dimensional desktop computer or handheld tablet.
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ACM, the world's largest educational and scientific computing society, delivers resources that advance computing as a science and a profession. CSTA appreciates ACM's ongoing support!
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