Coding instruction should follow educational principles
We need to give students pedagogical versions of programming languages to practice on. This is different from the “real” professional programming language.
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CoderZ Named SIIA Education Technology 2021 CODiE Award Finalist for The Best Coding and Computational Thinking Solution
DERRY, N.H. – May 6, 2021 – Once again, CoderZ has earned prestigious industry recognition, this time as a finalist ... Read more
How to choose a STEM platform to support hybrid learning
If ever there was a time that underscored the need for strong STEM education, it’s now. Our students—the future scientists, engineers, and world leaders—need skills that only STEM…
Blackbird Announces First-ever Purpose-built Middle School Coding Education Platform
Created to Address the “Middle School Gap” – Blackbird Teaches Real-world Computer Science Skills, Aligned to Educational Standards PORTLAND, April ... Read more
The coming coding revolution
I think we’re now going through a phase a lot like the beginning of the Renaissance, which is why I think we need to teach all the kids…
How courses like coding and design lead to tech literacy
Tech literacy, which has become as essential as reading, writing, and arithmetic in preparing students for the future, encourages students to move beyond the role of technology consumers…
5 tips for inclusive STEM learning experiences
Preparing students for STEM careers and advanced learning opportunities is about more than just teaching math, science, engineering, coding, and computer science to the youngsters who want to…
CoderZ Announces CoderZ League World Champions
CoderZ today announced the winners of the all-new CoderZ League: the Virtual Cyber Robotics Competition (formerly the Cyber Robotics Coding ... Read more
imagiLabs raises $300k pre-seed to further bridge the gender gap in coding
imagiLabs (www.imagilabs.com), the all-female founded startup that makes coding more accessible to young girls, has raised $300k (€250k) in pre-seed ... Read more
Osceola County Brings Flexible K-12 Learning Platform and Coding Resources to All Elementary Educators and Students Through Expanded Partnership with Discovery Education
Florida’s School District of Osceola County (SDOC) today announced the expansion of its multiyear partnership with Discovery Education. In the latest phase of this collaboration, educators and elementary students ... Read more
How our coding platform helps us teach STEM
In a district where most of our students receive free or reduced lunches, we have next to no access to high-quality STEM programs, computer science classes, or coding…
IXL Learning Agrees to Acquire Wyzant Tutoring Marketplace
IXL Learning, the K-12 personalized learning platform used by 11 million students, today announced it has agreed to acquire Wyzant, ... Read more
SAM Labs Launches Successful Teacher Accelerator Program
The program includes group workshops with like-minded educators, one-on-one training with our Senior Education Consultants, training on how to implement ... Read more
Wizrobotics launches Wizprodigy, a new online competition experience for STEM students
Wizrobotics, an online live learning platform for teaching and inspiring K-12 students to explore STEM fields, announced the launch of ... Read more
CoderZ to Launch New CoderZ League Sprint Challenge Virtual Tournament in March
This year, students across the United States can look forward to another type of March Madness. On top of cheering ... Read more
How to teach coding and robotics from home
When our school shut down in March, initially, it was for a two-week period. I thought, “Well, this isn’t too bad, we can do a few coding activities…
CoderZ Contributes to the National Computer Science for All Movement
The CSforALL movement, to bring computer science to all US students, marked a major growth milestone today. Along with 126 ... Read more
LaunchCode Pilot Program Trains St. Louis Teachers in Job-Focused Coding Curriculum
This week, workforce development nonprofit LaunchCode , announced their new LCHS Pilot Program has successfully deployed in 6 different St. ... Read more
CoderZ Named 2020 Tech Edvocate Award Winner for Best Coding App or Tool
CoderZ, an online learning environment where students learn robotics and STEM by coding virtual robots, has been named a 2020 ... Read more
Codecademy Expands Online Coding Education
Codecademy, the online education platform empowering millions of people to learn code, announced two new initiatives for students and teachers, ... Read more
Vernier and SAM Labs Help Teachers Incorporate Science and Coding into Instruction
Middle school teachers can now integrate science lessons with data collection and coding using new packages from Vernier Software & ... Read more
Woz U Is Partnering with CredEd to Provide Teachers with Coding Education
Woz U will be partnering with the global clearinghouse for teaching credentials, CredEd, to provide teachers with necessary education on ... Read more
CoderZ Introduces an Engaging New Course, Featuring LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime
Throughout August, CoderZ is offering free access to their new Adventure Course, featuring a virtual LEGO Education SPIKE Prime. The ... Read more
A plan for teaching coding and robotics from home
When our school shut down in March, initially, it was for a two-week period. I thought, “Well, this isn’t too bad, we can do a few coding activities…
Survey Shows Over 80% of Parents Are Future-Proofing Kids
Osmo’s latest parent survey reinforces what most parents already knew–that coding skills and STEAM education are a desirable means to ... Read more
Free classes and practice problems in over 200 subjects
Many K-12 schools have closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. More closings are sure to come. In response, Varsity Tutors, founded ... Read more
Remote Learning Taught by World-Class Instructors
Today Osmo, the company behind a new category of seamless, digital and hands-on play for ages 5-12 and used in ... Read more
Enabling schools to fight COVID-19 with 3D printable respirator masks
pi-top, creators of computing devices that combine digital making, coding, and practical projects, today announced their partnership with Maker Mask. ... Read more
Codemonkey free for closed schools
In light of the COVID-19 closing of schools, CodeMonkey is now offering a unique opportunity for students and teachers. As ... Read more
Full computer science curriculum and coding platform at no cost
During this time, Vidcode would like to support schools in any way they can. As such, they are offering their ... Read more
10+ new products from TCEA 2020
During TCEA 2020, educators, decision-makers, and stakeholders came together to articulate their visions for the future of education. In addition to sessions and presentations, edtech companies made major…
Bridging the gap between science and coding
Students exposed to coding and programming at an early age are well equipped to take on higher-level computer science courses in high school—and they also build essential skills…
Coding and robotics programs are engaging learners worldwide
On a visit to a class in Sitka, Alaska, we watched second grade students gain incredible experiences in computer science skills. The teacher, Cindy Duncan, believes in teaching…
5 real examples of coding and robotics in the classroom
Coding and robotics go hand-in-hand, and they're becoming a more integral part of classrooms across the country. Aside from the excitement students muster when they see a robotics…
We need to put robotics in rural schools
Rural schools in the United States face challenges many of their suburban counterparts couldn’t fathom. For example, access to challenging and engaging STEM courses such as robotics and…
3 key parts of a K-12 coding or robotics program
K-12 teachers and administrators have been listening to policy makers and industry leaders warn of the need for computer science instruction, such as a coding or robotics program,…
Here’s how to put coding and robotics programs in K-8 classrooms
Coding and robotics programs in classrooms reflect how integral technology is in our lives. Educators like Angie Kalthoff, a technology integrationist in St. Cloud, MN, and Ann Bartel,…
30+ new tools and services we saw at ISTE 2019
Another ISTE has come and gone–were you in Philadelphia for ISTE 2019? If not, don’t worry–we’re highlighting some of the ... Read more
The coolest K-12 robotics programs we saw at ISTE
Efforts to get kids coding have exploded in recent years, but sometimes kids need a push to discover the "why" behind learning how to code. At ISTE 2019,…
11 educators share how they bring coding into the classroom
By now, most educators understand the importance of coding. Programmers continue to be in high demand, and coding improves much-needed skills like creativity, persistence, problem solving, and critical…