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Building Local Computer Science Teacher Community

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Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom Lobby, Table 24

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Presenters

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Jason Bohrer
Chapter Relations Lead
Computer Science Teachers Association
@MrJBohrer
Jason is responsible for the growth, success, and management of the more than 95 local CSTA chapters across the United States and abroad. He believes wholeheartedly that regional chapters are at the core of CSTA's mission and is excited to support these chapters with leadership and quality programming for chapter members.
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Shaina Glass
Director of Education
CSTA (CS Teachers Association)
@SVicGlass
@SVicglass

Session description

Computer Science teachers face unique challenges. They're often the only one in their building or teaching a specific course. They might be new to the content, or maybe even the profession. and they desperately need connection and targeted professional growth. Join this session to discuss best practices for building local computer science teacher communities.

Purpose & objective

Develop an action plan for creating a local CS teacher community by exploring existing resources

Discuss ways to create local professional development opportunities and foster support for CS teachers

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Outline

Introduction and creation of shared goals (10 min)
Evaluating the current CS teacher landscape in your school/district (10 min)
Review of CSTA's local chapter model (10 min)
Group brainstorming and creation of action plan (25 min)
Questions (5 min)

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Supporting research

https://csteachers.org/305564/Page/Show?ClassCode=Page&Slug=about-csta-chapters

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Session specifications

Topic:
Computer science & computational thinking
Grade level:
PK-12
Skill level:
Beginner
Audience:
Curriculum/district specialists, Principals/head teachers, Teacher education/higher ed faculty
Attendee devices:
Devices not needed
Subject area:
Computer science, STEM/STEAM
ISTE Standards:
For Education Leaders:
Systems Designer
  • Lead teams to collaboratively establish robust infrastructure and systems needed to implement the strategic plan.
  • Establish partnerships that support the strategic vision, achieve learning priorities and improve operations.
For Educators:
Collaborator
  • Dedicate planning time to collaborate with colleagues to create authentic learning experiences that leverage technology.
Disclosure:
The submitter of this session has been supported by a company whose product is being included in the session
Related exhibitors:
Computer Science Teachers Association

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