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August 10, 2018

Time saving tips for launching computer science curriculum

Integrating a new course in the already busy school day is a challenge. Review these three tips from administrators, educators, and curriculum developers, for launching a successful computer science program in elementary and middle schools.

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December 11, 2017

Why Critical Thinking Is Critically Important

Problem solving and analytic skills learned through STEM activities is a great foundation for critical thinking skills needed in the 21st century workforce. Gaining confidence at a young age to persevere through challenges and problem solve by iterative progress will not only create a platform of curiosity and exploration in young children, but will prepare them well for the future.

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May 31, 2017

Building The Funnel Of Future Coders: The Codelicious Way

When my daughter was in 8th grade, she expressed interest in learning how to build websites. At the time, her school didn’t offer any web design classes. As I looked at my daughter, I reminded myself that she is a hands-on learner. She learns best by experiencing and performing. So, watching YouTube tutorials and videos wouldn’t be an optimal route for her. She valued interaction and collaboration to learn coding and web design.

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March 24, 2017

Let’s Teach Our Girls (And Boys) To Code

By Josh Miles, CMO I enrolled in exactly one coding class. The year was 1999 and I was a senior at Purdue University. I attended exactly one lecture. And after thumbing through the textbook, I dropped the class the very next day. I kept the book and taught myself how to write simple HTML, creating […]

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January 19, 2017

Codelicious & Girl Scouts Partner To Teach Young Girls Valuable Coding Skills

CARMEL, IN – (1/19/17) – Codelicious is partnering with Girl Scouts of Central Indiana for a hands-on computer session where Girl Scout Brownies will earn their Computer Expert Badge. The event takes place on Saturday, January 21 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.  “We are thrilled to partner with Girl Scouts for the Brownie Computer Expert Badge activity,” said Christine […]

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