Overview
Designed for middle school educators teaching across all subjects, the Unpacking the Computer Science Standards professional development workshop unpack the Indiana standards, explore opportunities to alter or add lessons to ensure full coverage of the current standards in their classrooms.
The topics covered in each workshop include:
- Role of Computer Science in society and the classroom
- Indiana Computer Science Standards, including where to locate the standards and how to navigate the curriculum map
- Introduction to the FIVE core concepts of CS: Data and Information (DI), Computing Devices and Systems (CD), Programs and Algorithms (PA), Networking and the Internet (NI), and Impact and Culture (IC)
- Experiencing classroom lessons for each core concept
Eligibility and Pre-Requisites
This workshop is for K-8 Computer Science Teachers, Media/Library Specialists, Resource/Tech Teachers and General Education classroom teachers.
Workshop Format
- In-Person: Live workshops held at locations across the state
- Virtual: Two synchronous sessions and one asynchronous session, offered over one or multiple days
Workshop Details
- Cost: $0
- Incentive: $100 gift card
