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12 Days of #EdTech-mas: Happy Computer Science Education Week

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A bit belated, but still much appreciated.

Happy Computer Science Education Week!

Computer science skills are not supposed to be limited to the computer science classroom anymore. With the increasing importance of digital literacy for both work and personal use, computer science skills should be integrated with lessons in every classroom.

Example: Computer Science Hits the Basketball Court

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https://www.blog.google/topics/google-org/tech-slam-dunk-helping-students-discover-code-hidden-genius-project/

Coding is evolving and influencing how we think about all industries, including fashion, music and art. Check out this link below about Computer Science First: Sports

https://csfirst.withgoogle.com/course/sports/video/15730

Code your Own Google Doodle

https://csfirst.withgoogle.com/hoc2017-teachers

This resource comes complete with teacher guides and resources to help kids code their own Google Doodle.

Edu in 90

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Bvyb3ap44ZF6qR7SLf5AXFHv8lJM50

EDU in 90 is a new video series from Google for Education. Each episode, we'll focus on an important topic for educators, administrators, and school leaders - things like product updates, new programs, and helpful resources for the classroom.


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