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Coding can be pretty personal. You should teach it like an art form

A "personal art of coding" mindset is key for today's students because computer science can be just as creative as painting or writing music, says K-12 IT leader Pam Whitlock.

Numbers don’t lie: Is it time for schools to require computer science?

Although access to computer science education has increased, only 5.6% of high school students are enrolled in a course.

3 ways hands-on learning makes computer science accessible to all

With the digital evolution and technology-driven future, teaching computer science is no longer an option, it is a necessity.

It’s time to get your students excited about computer science

Research indicates a growing need for computer science education, especially for students with disabilities.

Research backs these 8 strategies for building reading skills in young students

Developing reading comprehension skills in the early grades has been long seen as one of the keys–if not the key–to students' future academic success. What has not been as clear are the best ways to build that capacity.

Out-of-school STEM learning is much more powerful when it’s inclusive

Longtime educator and museum director Linda Curtis-Bey is building inclusive experiences to help Black and Hispanic students feel comfortable at institutions of science and see themselves as scientists.

How to make (and win) the case for more computer science in your schools

I taught high school STEM classes for eight years. One of the things that bothered me the most was that students were not exposed to the various careers they can take after graduating.

How an innovative tech program opens career paths for students with visual impairments

More than 90% of the pilot program's participants said they planned to study cybersecurity in college, pursue cybersecurity credentials or go directly into the cybersecurity workforce.

AR and accessibility: Why augmented reality is a big hit with diverse learners

Using augmented reality to teach core subjects such as science and social studies truly leads to student academic success. AR can also be a bridge to inclusive learning opportunities for students with special needs.

8 popular PD topics for summer break start with what teachers want

The rapid transformation of K-12 education during COVID is refocusing educators on professional development priorities that may be shifting just as quickly.

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