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.
Key Takeaways
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Discover the foundational concepts of coding and its relevance to elementary education.
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Explore age-appropriate coding tools, platforms, and resources that make learning to code engaging and accessible.
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Learn strategies to integrate coding into your curriculum while reinforcing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
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Gain practical, hands-on coding activities that excite and inspire young learners.
Assessment
Participants will have collaboration and sharing opportunities throughout the training to demonstrate their understanding of the session objectives and reflect on their learning.
