Computational Thinking and Coding for Every Student: The Teacher's Getting-Started Guide - Paperback

by Jane Krauss (Author), Kiki Prottsman (Author)

Empower tomorrow's tech innovators

Our students are avid users and consumers of technology. Isn't it time that they see themselves as the next technological innovators, too? Computational Thinking and Coding for Every Student is the beginner's guide for K-12 educators who want to learn to integrate the basics of computer science into their curriculum. Readers will find

• Practical strategies for teaching computational thinking and the beginning steps to introduce coding at any grade level, across disciplines, and during out-of-school time
• Instruction-ready lessons and activities for every grade
• Specific guidance for designing a learning pathway for elementary, middle, or high school students
• Justification for making coding and computer science accessible to all
• A glossary with definitions of key computer science terms, a discussion guide with tips for making the most of the book, and companion website with videos, activities, and other resources

Momentum for computer science education is growing as educators and parents realize how fundamental computing has become for the jobs of the future. This book is for educators who see all of their students as creative thinkers and active contributors to tomorrow's innovations.

Author Biography

Jane Krauss is co-author of the bestselling book Reinventing Project-Based Learning. A long time teacher and technology enthusiast, Jane is currently a curriculum and program development consultant to organizations interested in project-based approaches to teaching and learning.

Kiki Prottsman is the Education Program Manager of Code.org, as well as the Executive Director of Thinkersmith and a former computer science instructor at the University of Oregon. Kiki is a Member of Mensa, and a past Chair of the Women in Computer Science.