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• Hour of Code - Dec 4-10, 2017
• CS EdWeek-
• CS First: The CS First curriculum is free and easy to use — no computer science experience required!
  • Hour of Code Tutorials
  • CS First is a free program that increases student access and exposure to computer science (CS) education through after-school, in-school, and summer programs. All clubs are run by teachers and/or community volunteers.
  • Our materials:
    • are completely free and available online
    • are targeted at students in grades 4th-8th (ages 9-14)
    • can be tailored to fit your schedule and needs
    • involve block-based coding using Scratch and are themed to attract students with varied interests

• Code.org
• Made with Code
• A Beginner’s Guide to Coding in the K12 Classroom
• Coding resources from Shake Up Learning

Ways to tie coding into your curriculum:

• Math and science: natural connections
• Social studies and English: logic/order in writing code is similar to making a case for writing an essay
• World languages: learning coding like a language
• Primary: fits in math and science, teamwork, problem-solving, etc.

Apple’s Tim Cook: Coding is better than learning English as a second language (https://qz.com/1099791/apples-tim-cook-says-coding-is-better-than-learning-english-as-a-second-language/)

• Have low bandwidth? Plan to show videos at the front of the class, so each student isn't downloading their own videos. Or try the unplugged/offline tutorials.
• Provide headphones for your class, or ask students to bring their own, if the tutorial you choose works best with sound.
• Don't have enough devices? Use pair programming. When students partner up, they help each other and rely less on the teacher. They’ll also see that computer science is social and collaborative.

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