Coding Wizards: Empowering K-12 Educators to Teach Coding in the Classroom

Description

Did you know that teaching coding is more accessible and engaging than ever, empowering both students and educators? You do not need to be a tech wizard to teach coding; with the right guidance, anyone can empower students to become coding wizards themselves. Join Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop as she guides you through the basics of block coding and introduces you to a plethora of free coding programs that will ignite your students' passion for technology and creativity. Get ready to discover how to seamlessly integrate coding into your curriculum, making connections across subjects and enhancing student learning in exciting new ways! Lauren's expertise in technology integration will empower you to unlock the magic of coding...from computational thinking to problem-solving skills, coding opens a world of possibilities for you and your students.

Objectives

1. Recall the foundational concepts of coding and its importance in 21st-century education.
2. Understand the significance of coding as a tool for developing problem-solving skills, creativity, and digital literacy.
3. Apply coding activities and strategies to engage students and foster their problem-solving skills and creativity.
4. Analyze the role of coding in enhancing student learning and 21st-century skill development.
5. Create a personalized plan for introducing and teaching coding in your classroom, regardless of grade level.
6. Evaluate the impact of coding instruction on students' problem-solving abilities, creativity, and digital literacy.

Key Take Aways

• Explore how to introduce coding in your classroom, from kindergarten to high school, even if you have no prior experience.
• Learn enchanting strategies and activities that will engage students with coding, fostering creativity and digital literacy.
• Discover the art of using coding to teach problem-solving and logical thinking, empowering students with essential life skills.
• Gain confidence and expertise in teaching coding, becoming a coding wizard yourself and guiding your students on a magical learning journey.