CS4Philly Design Workshop

CS4Phillywas launched in December 2017 as a call to action for public and private investment needed to providehigh-quality computer science education for all Philadelphia children and youth. CS4Phillyis a collective impact effort of leaders from across sectors committed to making this vision a reality. CS4Philly is a member ofComputer Science for All, a national movement dedicatedto making high-quality computer science an integral part of the educational experience for K-12 students and teachers and supporting student pathways to college and career success.TheCS4Philly “Bill of Rights” proclaims that all of Philadelphia’s children and youth have the right toaccess the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to be creators in the digital economy, not just consumers, and to be active citizens in our technology-driven world.

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Event Overview:
The CS4Philly Design Workshop is open to tech professionals and STEM educators.  Participants will work in teams to identify and design fun, innovative computer science activities for the CS Student Experience, a citywide youth event that will kick off CS4Philly Week 2018 (December 3-9). The workshop will be interactive allowing attendees to learn from each and to connect their technical passions with civic engagement opportunities. No prior preparation or materials are required. Workshop participants will learn about CS4Philly’s mission, plans underway for CS4Philly Week (Dec 3-9) and the CS Student Experience on December 3 for high school students from across Philadelphia.  Attendees will be introduced to STEAM based activities and work in teams to develop activities for the CS Student Experience. Participants will also learn about digital badging and design ways to recognize the skills and concepts students will be learning. Coffee and check-in will begin at 10 am. Lunch will be provided at noon.

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