Elementary Teaching Methods for Computer Science
- Level Elementary School
- Number of Lessons 37
This is the first CS Concepts and Teaching Methods course that focuses on teaching computer science in elementary schools. It addresses how teaching computer science to this age group is different from teaching older students, and the methods, theories, and strategies in this course reflect what is developmentally appropriate for students in lower age groups.
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UNITS - 8 (37 lessons)
This short module includes an overview of what teachers will see in the teaching computer science methods course and provides an opportunity for goal setting and joining computer science PLCs.
This module introduces educators to the CodeHop platform and its core features. Teachers will learn how to navigate the interface, build their first project, and explore how to customize sprites and backdrops. The focus is on gaining confidence with CodeHop to effectively support beginner coders in the classroom.
In this module, teachers will be introduced to key pedagogical content knowledge and discover how it can impact practical experiences in the CS classroom and lessons.
In this module, teachers will be introduced to the basics of digital citizenship and cyber hygiene. Teachers will learn about common misunderstandings, strategies to teach these concepts in the classroom, and how to grade student work.
This module explores topics to help educators scaffold content and expose students to an inviting and engaging CS classroom experience.
In this module, teachers will gain insight into assessing different types of problems, projects, and activities and how to provide constructive feedback to students.
In the final course wrap-up module teachers will complete the capstone portfolio, an end-of-course survey, earn the course completion badge, find information about obtaining a Certificate of Course Completion, and learn about the opportunity to earn graduate credit.
