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Launch_K5 CS Workshop - ESC12

Launch_K5 CS Workshop - ESC12

Date and Time

August 30, 2024 - September 26, 2024

Registration Closes: Sept. 26, 2024, 4 p.m.

Location

ESC Region 12

Event Address

BRIC Building

Contact

Contact NameWorkshop Trainer(s) listed under the Event Description

Event Description

This workshop is organized by your trainer, Judy York - jyork@esc12.net

Launch_K5 CS is a dynamic 3-day hybrid workshop designed for K-5 educators, crafted to align seamlessly with the new K-5 Technology Applications TEKS set to be implemented in the 2024-2025 school year. Dive into an engaging experience that integrates computational thinking, computer science, cybersecurity, and AI into core curricula, offering educators a unique opportunity to enhance their teaching approaches.

The Launch_K5 CS program is designed to:

  • Immerse educators in a 3-day hybrid workshop, equipping them with the skills to seamlessly integrate computer science into their teaching practices
  • Align teaching strategies with the latest Technology Applications TEKS, ensuring curriculum is up-to-date and in line with educational standards
  • Explore a comprehensive set of K-5 lessons, including both unplugged and plugged activities, ready for immediate implementation in the classroom.
  • Embrace the future of education by learning about block-based coding and physical computing, essential skills for preparing students for the digital age

Upon completion of this workshop, participants will receive a physical computing set to take back to their classrooms. K-2nd grade teachers will receive a set of 2 Vex 123 robots, and 3rd-5th grade teachers will receive a set of 10 micro:bits. 

Registration Notes -

  • There is no cost associated with this professional development academy
  • In order to register for the event, you will need to have a UT EID. Please visit the Help page for more information on how to obtain a UT EID
  • For questions regarding the workshop, please contact the workshop trainers listed at the top of the page. For questions regarding registration on UTakeIt, please contact Judy Lau at judy@tacc.utexas.edu

Personal Registration

Free

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