Social discussion of CS in K-12

["Reese, George Clifford" <reese AT illinois.edu>]

http://goo.gl/Xv692E

 

Jana found this.

An excerpt from the end of the article.

 

Recommendations

Here is a summary of the recommendations presented Tuesday by a committee to the Governor's STEM Advisory Council:

·   Phase in a computer science endorsement that can be "obtained in a flexible manner" for those that would teach coursework.

·   Require the successful completion of computer science coursework to graduate high school.

·   Provide incentives for K-12 schools to integrate computer science curriculum. Make sure the schools have enough staffing and technology resources to teach the courses.

·   Make sure computer science curricula remain timely and responsive to industry needs.

·   Allow computer science professionals to serve as mentors for teachers, students and others.

·   Create a central database for computer science learning resources, such as curricula and study programs.

·   Market and publicize computer science professions and job information.

 

From: Sebestik, Jana Suzanne
Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2015 11:18 AM
To: Reese, George Clifford
Subject: Iowa considers requiring CS

 

http://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/tech/2015/06/23/computer-science-iowa-schools/29167735/