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.CSTA NEWS
Submit to Present at CSTA 2023
CSTA
We are now accepting submissions to present at the CSTA 2023 Virtual Conference, set for July 11-13, 2023! We're accepting submissions for breakout sessions, workshops, mini-sessions, and posters. Whether you’ve presented at a CSTA event before, or are looking to present for the first time, submissions are due by Nov. 6!
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Borrow a Finch Robot 2.0 from BirdBrain Technologies for 60 days, and learn how it can be used to facilitate deep and joyful learning in your Computer Science classroom. Finches can be programmed in Python & Java, as well as several block- and icon-based environments. Try one today!
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New Online PD Opportunities Start Oct. 10!
CSTA
CSTA is offering a new way to gain knowledge and skills aligned to the CSTA Standards for CS Teachers. Our asynchronous online PD courses provide a flexible, deep learning experience that you can complete at your own pace – from about an hour per week or an entire course in a day. These courses are available for free to CSTA+ members. Basic members can purchase access to these courses; prices vary based on the course. Check them out and sign up today:
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ICYMI: How We Teach Computing Summit Opening Keynote Announced
CSTA
We're so excited to welcome the Raspberry Pi Foundation's Jane Waite and James Robinson as our opening keynote speakers for the How We Teach Computing Summit. They will present "Developing a Toolkit to Teach Computer Science in School," where they will share how and why they developed the 12 pedagogy principles and provide a UK perspective on computer science.
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.CSTA EVENT CALENDAR
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CSTA Pride Affinity Group Meetup
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CSTA 2023: From Idea to Proposal Workshop
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How We Teach Computing Summit |
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Differentiation in CS Education |
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Strategic Recruitment to CS Classes |
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Code Black Hackathon hosted by the CSTA Black Affinity Group |
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.HEADLINES FROM THE FIELD
3 ways school leaders and edtech partners can close learning gaps together
District Administration
This new school year marks another inflection point in education. While district leaders are already addressing staffing shortages, they remain under increased pressure to close learning gaps exacerbated by the pandemic. The recent National Assessment of Educational Progress report revealed the largest decline in student reading scores in 30 years and the first-ever decline measured in math scores.
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Why computer science education will be crucial for 'every job'
Education Week
Sophia Mendoza's interest in technology integration in education started as a 3rd grader in the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Her teacher brought in a TRS-80, a desktop microcomputer, and let students play with it. It was Mendoza's first experience with programming.
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Explore Engineering and Computer Science Essentials™ — a novel approach to teaching and learning engineering with computer science and computational thinking as a scaffolded, rigorous, standards-aligned, curriculum for Grades 1-5. Essentials units empower children to become lifelong STEM learners and passionate problem solvers.
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Early threat detection helps K-12 schools stop bad actors in their tracks
EdTech
Cyberattacks on schools are on the rise. Since 2016, the K12 Security Information Exchange (K12 SIX) has cataloged more than 1,300 publicly disclosed cyber incidents affecting U.S. school districts, with the pace of attacks steadily increasing. And those are just the ones we know about.
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Numbers don't lie: Is it time for schools to require computer science?
District Administration
Computer science has gained some serious traction since the pandemic. Advocates argue that education in the field produces outstanding academics. In July, hundreds of innovators in the tech industry, including Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, signed a joint message addressed to governors and education leaders across the U.S.
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Promoted by AIClub
 The best way to learn a new concept is by getting some hands-on experience building projects in it. We believe in the 4Cs philosophy of learning AI and will describe how to introduce the topic of NLP to kids of different grade levels. We provide five sample projects that kids can build and interact with along with grades that each project is suitable for. All the projects can be built using completely online tools. All they need is the internet and a web browser.
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3 ways technology can support student access to grade-level content
EdReports
I was an early adopter of technology in the classroom because I saw technology as a way to support students with a variety of learning needs. My personal mission to meet the needs of all students started early in my life. I grew up with two adopted brothers who faced developmental delays due to fetal alcohol syndrome.
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Amazon Future Engineer launched a new way for students to explore STEM careers. Check out their interactive virtual field trips—now on #Kahoot! Students can meet the engineers behind Amazon's latest technology, build their computer science vocabulary, and find out how software development and robotics make amazing innovations possible.
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We must deploy technology now to help schools close gaps in social care
District Administration
Ten-year-old Helena showed up at school looking disheveled and complaining of a stomach ache. When she went to see the school nurse, Ms. Jones, Helena confided that she hadn't eaten anything since dinner the night before — and upon further questioning, Ms. Jones learned that dinner hadn't amounted to much either.
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5 security questions to ask about Google Workspace for Education
EdTech
Educational institutions have been among the hardest hit when it comes to security breaches over the past two years. Cybercrime and ransomware have become so prevalent that President Biden signed the K–12 Cybersecurity Act into law in October 2021, requiring the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to review the threats against districts.
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Engage students with 3D games/animations/arts, AR experiences, AI applications, Youtube remixes, etc. Coding is simplified with Scratch-like interface and blocks, with many new tools for debugging, brainstorming, diagrams, remote collaboration, class management, etc. Tutorials, lessons and PD also provided for teachers. Contact us for 1-year free pilot program at info@creaticode.com
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The CodeCombat AI League is the first of its kind, part AI battle simulator and part code engine for learning real Python and JavaScript. It’s redefining esports and giving the next generation a platform to showcase their creative coding abilities. Talk with us about a custom tournament or visit codecombat.com/league.
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Why more states are requiring computer science classes
Tech and Learning
Despite ongoing efforts to offer more computer science class options in K-12 public schools across the country, a new report found that significant disparities still exist in who has access to these courses.
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Implement single sign-on for educator efficiency and security
EdTech
Educators are juggling a lot this year, especially as staff shortages in K-12 school districts continue. One way for district leaders and IT administrators to ease the burden is through efficiency, which they can achieve using technical solutions such as single sign-on.
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CodeLab is a web-based learning tool providing hundreds of interactive programming exercises for introductory classes. It supports multiple languages and integrates with environments like Canvas and Moodle. Over 300,000 students at more than 400 schools in 20+ countries have used CodeLab to gain mastery over the syntax, semantics, and common usage patterns of the language elements.
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Why E-rate is critical for school technology access
eSchool News
Every year, schools and libraries have access to billions of dollars of funding through the FCC's E-rate program. Unfortunately, many don't take advantage, oftentimes because of confusion over who is eligible and what services are available. In this post I'll break down the importance of E-rate, how it works, and the types of technologies it makes available that are crucial to education.
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What are NFTs, and what role can they play in K-12?
EdTech
Nonfungible tokens, or NFTs, have mainly gained popularity with digital artists because they can sell unique versions of their work via blockchain, which keeps a public record of ownership. The total value of digital art, audio and other NFT sales this year is likely to eclipse 2021's $40 billion.
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Code for Fun is offering professional development Zoom mini-sessions throughout Fall 2022. These sessions focus on the different pillars of CS educational material for grade K to 5. Check-out our calendar and sign up to the sessions of the grade you teach or all of them.
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