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.CSTA NEWS
Now Open: CSTA / Infosys Foundation USA Computer Science Teaching Excellence Award Applications Now Open!
CSTA
The CS Teaching Excellence Awards are designed to recognize outstanding teaching by K–12 computer science teachers. Winners excel in inspiring students to explore the computer science field, engaging students in learning rigorous standards-aligned computer science content, and broadening the participation of underrepresented students in computing. CSTA will select at least three K-5 CS teachers and three 6-8 teachers of the fifteen national winners. These awards were made possible by a grant from Infosys Foundation USA.
This year, the program has been expanded to recognize over 48 teachers, including 15 national winners, 5 national honorable mentions, and 28 regional winners. Know an outstanding Computer Science teacher? Nominate them to apply today.
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CSTA+ Members — There's Still Time to Lock in Your 2023 Rate
CSTA
We're excited to announce that registration for the CSTA 2023 Virtual Conference is now open for CSTA+ members! Until Dec. 20, CSTA+ members can register for the 2021 rate of $99. We encourage all CSTA+ members to take advantage before the prices increases.
If you currently have a CSTA Basic membership and would like to upgrade your membership to take advantage of this pricing, please log into your member dashboard and locate the module titled "My Membership."
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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 Teacher Landscape Study Released
CSTA
A new landscape study of PreK-12 computer science teachers in the U.S. examines their professional development needs and the institutional changes required to transform CS classrooms to be more identity-inclusive. Kapor Center, CSTA, and AiiCE conclude that we must collectively commit to expanding and better equipping the current CS teacher workforce before we can realize a technology ecosystem that is more just and reflective of society. The report concludes with a set of five recommendations and aligned action steps for teachers, administrators, policymakers, content providers, and other community members to move closer towards equity within computer science.
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Encourage High School Seniors to Apply for the Cutler-Bell Prize
CSTA
CSTA has opened applications for the 2022-2023 Cutler-Bell Prize, which looks to recognize up to four high school senior students residing in the US for their projects in CS. Winners will receive a $10,000 prize to go to their college/university of choice. Applications are due by Jan. 27, 2023. Share the application with your students. Have questions about the award? Join the CSTA Awards committee on Dec. 15 for a Q&A session about the award.
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.CSTA EVENT CALENDAR
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ACM/CSTA 2023 Cutler-Bell Award Office Hours - December 2022 |
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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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.HEADLINES FROM THE FIELD
Robotics in early learning can be essential in how students react to STEM literacy
MarketScale
Early learning robotics can be essential in how students react to STEM literacy and with large gaps In STEM achievement persisting across the U.S., access to technological resources can make a significant impact. K-12 education was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, but the disruption could be mitigated by introducing the latest and innovative technology into the space.
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Ready for take-off?! Go on a behind-the-scenes virtual tour from NASA’s Johnson Space Center and explore Callisto – a technology experiment created by Amazon’s Alexa, Lockheed Martin, and Cisco that’s heading to the moon during the Artemis I mission! Grades 4+ can take the free, interactive tour now on Kahoot!
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5 reasons we should add coding as another language in ELA
District Administration Magazine
Coding is so much more than technical problem-solving or a career pathway. It's a creative process that, just like language, allows practitioners to explore new ways of thinking and expressing themselves.
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U.S. Department of Education launches new initiative to enhance STEM education for all students
U.S. Department of Education
The U.S. Department of Education (Department) will host the YOU Belong in STEM National Coordinating Conference in Washington, D.C. as a key initiative for the Biden-Harris Administration. The Raise the Bar: STEM Excellence for All Students initiative is designed to strengthen Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education nationwide.
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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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NASA's latest mission can fuel STEM engagement
eSchool News
STEM education is in crisis in the United States. It's predicted there will be 3.5 million STEM jobs in the U.S. by 2025–incredible news if not for the fact experts believe at least 2 million of those jobs will go unfilled.
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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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Where does emotional intelligence fit in with artificial intelligence?
The Tech Edvocate
There is a great deal of enthusiasm, amazement, and even terror surrounding the advancement of artificial intelligence. Technology has enabled people to perform things that would have appeared unthinkable a century ago, or even just ten years ago. Ask any smartphone user about the numerous ways in which technology has enhanced our lives. However, technology, particularly artificial intelligence, is a two-edged sword.
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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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Protecting your schools as cyberattacks rise
eSchool News
Think cybersecurity won't or can't impact you?
Well, you would be wrong.
The number of cyberattacks only continue to grow. Virtually every business you can think of has been hit – cybercriminals have targeted the pipelines we rely on for oil and gas; the hospitals we turn to in times of need, even the social media companies where we connect.
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What is leadership's role in professional development?
EdTech
When it comes to professional development in K–12 education, technology-focused PD sometimes gets deprioritized or even forgotten in favor of curriculum-focused development. To maximize the benefits educators are receiving when it comes to PD, school leaders should look for ways to combine tech and curriculum development.
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