Computer Science Foundations Pilot - Ellipsis Education

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Computer Science Foundations Pilot

Looking for a condensed set of curriculum hours for a classroom trial, computer science camp, or summer program? The Computer Science Foundations Pilot delivers 10 one-hour lessons including Coding (using ScratchJr), Unplugged, Digital Citizenship, and STEM career explorations.

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PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE:

Scratch

SOFTWARE USED IN COURSE:

Scratch
Google Chrome
Safari

SUPPORTED DEVICES:

Mac
Windows
Chromebook
iPad (no audio)

INSTRUCTIONAL MODELS:

Direct Instruction
Instructional Scaffolding
Use of Learning Objectives
Relevant Vocabulary
Bloom’s Taxonomy
of Questions
Inquiry-Based Instruction
Project-Based Instruction
Cooperative Learning
Independent Study

SUPPORTED LEARNING MODELS:

Classroom
Blended
Hybrid
Synchronous
Asynchronous

STANDARDS ALIGNED:

ISTE Seal of Alignment

National and State K-12 Computer Science Standards

REINFORCES:

Math
ELA
Social-Emotional Learning

Pilot Course Description

Students use ScratchJr to understand foundational computer science skills.  Along the way, they’ll understand the basics of computer interactions with unplugged and digital citizenship focused activities.

Pilot Course Resources Included

  • Pacing guide

  • Vocabulary words and definitions

  • Coding activities

  • Unplugged activities

  • Digital citizenship activities

  • Teacher training videos

  • Formative assessments

  • Syllabus

  • Sample standards alignment mapping using CSTA K-12 CS Standards.

  • 10 modules of step-by-step lesson plans

Learning Objectives

Each lesson plan is designed to enable students to achieve specific learning outcomes related to course aligned computer science competencies. For example, at the end of this course students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate how to drag and drop.

  • Express that computer scientists solve problems.

  • Apply problem-solving skills by coming up with a solution to a problem.

  • Demonstrate how to drag and drop on a device.

  • Describe why it is important to stay safe online.

“It’s fine if we make mistakes, ‘cause you’ll learn from them and you’ll get better!”

Kristina, 4th Grader

“It’s a very natural flow between when we start and when we go live with students.”

— Erin Naylor, STEM Specialist

Core Pillars of the Codelicious Curriculum

Not every student loves to code, and that’s ok. That’s why the Core Pillars of the Codelicious Curriculum are at the center of every course. Each pillar includes activities built to engage every learning style in the classroom.

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