Computer Science Education in K-12 settings

EDUC

231

Computer Science Education in K-12 settings

This course provides students opportunities to learn how to effectively teach computer science courses in a K-12 setting. It explores computer science as a discipline and a new way of thinking that encourages inquiry, creativity, and collaboration. Hands-on activities are embedded in the weekly lectures to help students gain insights about teaching and learning computer concepts and building pedagogical skills. Students will examine a variety of computing tools, virtual environments, and programming environments that support learning across disciplines and design computer-based instructional activities that are pertinent to a diverse student population. The course includes discussions of societal and ethical issues related to computer science. It supports students in making informed decision for future Computer Science curriculum development.

Fall, Spring

Undergraduate

No

030953