Description
How can coding make learning more engaging for elementary students? Coding is a powerful way to foster problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity, helping students develop essential 21st-century skills. Join Chrissy Romano-Arrabito for this timesaving, to the point session and explore age-appropriate coding tools, platforms, and hands-on activities that seamlessly integrate into your curriculum. You will also gain practical strategies to foster problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration while aligning coding lessons with key educational standards. Get ready to unlock the world of coding and inspire young learners to become creators, problem-solvers, and innovators! Chrissy's expertise in evidence-based teaching practices will provide you with ready-to-use ideas that will spark curiosity and inspire students to think like programmers.
Objectives
Identify key coding concepts and terminology appropriate for elementary students. Explain how coding supports problem-solving, creativity, and computational thinking. Implement coding activities using block-based programming and simple robotics. Compare different coding tools and platforms to determine the best fit for your students. Assess student engagement and learning outcomes from coding activities. Design a coding lesson or activity that integrates into your existing curriculum.
