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The Cross-Curricular Impact of Computational Thinking

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Colorado Convention Center, 205

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Assistant Director of Educational Technology Services
Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12
@edtechben
@edtechinnovatorben
ISTE Certified Educator
Ben is the Assistant Director of Technology at the Lincoln Intermediate Unit, a service agency in Pennsylvania. Ben has engaged in professional development across the globe in his consultancy, EdTechInnovators. He is a former ISTE Board of Directors member and was the Regional Program Chair for the 2019 ISTE Conference in Philadelphia. Ben is the Past President of PAECT, the PA ISTE Affiliate. He is an ISTE Certified Educator and delivers the ISTE Certification as his organization is a provider (CAP).

Session description

In this insightful session, we will explore the transformative power of computational thinking and its application across various subjects in the curriculum. Attendees will discover how computational thinking principles can enhance problem-solving skills, promote critical thinking, and foster creativity in students, regardless of the discipline. The presentation will highlight practical strategies for integrating computational thinking into diverse subject areas such as math, science, language arts, and social studies. By the end of the session, educators will gain a deeper understanding of how to seamlessly incorporate these skills into their teaching practices, thereby enriching the educational experience and preparing students for the demands of the modern world.

Session specifications

Topic:
Computer science & computational thinking