Creating Connections between Computer Science and Career Opportunities for Younger Readers
Revised Coding in the Wild blogs designed specifically for use in elementary classrooms
Earlier this year, we announced several shortened Coding in the Wild blogs for younger students, and are excited to announce that we have updated some more blogs for elementary students! Teachers can use these condensed blogs in their classes as extra credit, a teaching tool, or to encourage students to learn independently during class. We are excited to offer these updated blogs and can’t wait to hear how these will be utilized in classrooms across the country to inspire young coders.
Teaching Tip: These articles have been written for upper elementary independent reading (Lexile level no greater than 1000), or guided reading for younger students.
Emma Colner has been a lead software engineer at Stitch Fix for over six years. Stitch Fix is an online fashion retail company that uses machine learning algorithms, which are like AI (Artificial Intelligence) to help predict what its customers will like.
She got into computer science because of her love for computer games and creating websites.
Coding for Custom Web Applications
Branden does freelance work for different companies that need help with web applications. Freelance means he works independently, taking on different computer projects for different companies.
Mona is a Specialist Solution Architect whose job includes helping companies use machine learning. Machine learning is part of AI and focuses on the use of data and algorithms to imitate the way that humans learn, gradually improving its accuracy. She also works with a lot of schools to help students learn machine learning in a fun way.
Coding for Autonomous Vehicles
Jason Altice, a current software engineer, studied computers and engineering in college and now designs machines that drive themselves. We call these machines Autonomous Vehicles. He currently leads a team that makes sure autonomous vehicles do the right things at the right time.
Coding for Google Ads and Useful Home Tools
Have you ever noticed ads appearing when you search for information online? Meet Sam. Sam has always enjoyed technology and electronics and currently uses programming to create effective ads.
CodeHS now offers K-12 curriculum to support districts building a vertically aligned computer science pathway. Learn more about CodeHS Elementary at codehs.com/elementary/curriculum today!
If you’re teaching elementary courses with CodeHS, you’ll be able to access all Coding in the Wild Blogs as well as other resources for your classroom here: https://codehs.com/curriculum/elementary/resources
