In this episode I provide a framework for how districts and educators can get started with computer science education for free.

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How to Get Started with Computer Science Education

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00:00 Intro

00:22 The problem I hope to address in this episode

03:52 Brief summary of why I'm qualified to address this problem

04:45 Why am I giving this content away for free?

06:18 You can do this

06:56 Step 1: Setting a vision

10:10 Step 2: Develop a plan

14:48 Step 3: Reverse engineer CS education

21:53 Step 4: Teach CS

23:57 Step 5: Reflect, refine, and share

27:01 Thanks for listening and sharing with others!

In this episode I unpack my dissertation, which explores the intersections of videogames, music, and computer science education.

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How to Get Started with Computer Science Education

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00:00 Problems with "integration"

01:29 Themes

01:47 Quick overview of chapters 1-3

04:37 Chapter 4

04:51 Composition practices

05:26 Performance practices

06:01 Maker practices

09:04 Coding practices

12:22 Chapter 5: Multidisciplinarity

13:46 Chapter 6: Implications

20:17 Thanks for listening!

In this episode I introduce approaches to using Scratch for project-based learning, including backwards, inquiry-based, and emergent project designs.

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How to Get Started with Computer Science Education

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00:00 Intro

00:22 What is project-based learning?

01:15 Project continuum

03:31 Project prompts

04:23 Storyboard questions

05:07 Steps for creating a project

06:46 Three more frameworks for project-based learning

07:01 Backward design projects

08:25 Inquiry-based projects

09:36 Emergent projects

10:33 If using a sequential curriculum...

11:28 A point of clarification

11:51 Scratch resources to explore

12:59 Podcasts to learn more

13:44 Rhizomatic project-based learning

14:29 Outro