No Technology! No Problem!

Computer Science Education Week
December 4th - 10th

No devices! No problem. 😄 

Unplug with CSUnplugged. 

Computer Science Unplugged offers a variety of free non-tech lessons and activities for all ages that teach computer science. No computers needed just time, room, and maybe some cards and crayons. Learn computational thinking through engaging games and activities. 

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Register here: www.texthelp.com/freeforteachers 

Have fun Coding with Code.org

Computer Science Education Week
December 4th - 10th

Learn to Code with code.org

Code.org's message is simple. They believe that "anybody can learn to code". Their mission is to expose students to computer science just like all students are taught Science, Math, or English. It's free to join and users can log in using their SAISD Google Account. 

Code.org offers courses and tutorials for all grade levels and provide many additional resources such as lesson guides, how-to documents and videos, posters and guest speakers. Students learn to code and program by creating games, apps, and animations. An added benefit is that many of the Science and Math TEKS can be applied and used with many of the skills when learning coding and programming. And even more important it gives students more opportunities to work on their problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Allowing students to learn how to work through failures and keep persisting until they find solutions. And all done in a stress free, fun, game-like environment. 

An added bonus this year: Take the Challenge and WIN a chat with a celebrity.

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Hour of Code 2017

We want to make sure that you have plenty of time to plan for Hour of Code this year. We're taking a moment to spotlight the event in celebration of 

Computer Science Education Week December 4th - 10th. 

Hour of Code began as a one-hour introduction to computer science to show that anybody can learn the basics of coding and to broaden participation in the field of computer science. Participation in Computer Science helps students with problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity. 

Go to the Hour of Code website to learn all about what it is and how to get started. While there check out the various lesson ideas and activities. 

Click here to become part of the movement. Register your class's event and get your students coding. 

Check back after the holidays as we blog about coding resources and tools available for you and your students. 

This Week's Leader Board

There were no changes this week. Not only does Lake View still takes top honor yet another week, they have also earned the most integration badges as of today. Integration badges showcase the technology tools that students are using in the classroom.  417 badges have been delivered this year. Let's keep that number increasing.