1 of 32

June 4, 2024

Getting Started with Computer Science

TRENDING

TUESDAYS!

2 of 32

3 of 32

Getting Started in Computer Science:

Here, There, Everywhere

4 of 32

Agenda

01

02

03

04

Welcome

CAL-MSCS Vision Statement

What is Computer Science?

The Pieces of a California Computer Science Standard & K12 Standards Progression

05

Computer Science Core Concepts & CS Workgroup Lesson Resource

5 of 32

Welcome

The CAL-MSCS vision is to ensure that each and every California educator experiences the professional learning and support they need to provide a high-quality mathematics, science, and computer science education for all California students.

The California Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science Partnership (CAL-MSCS) is a comprehensive, multi-agency system designed to provide a sustainable, impactful professional learning infrastructure for mathematics, science, and computer science educators from across the state.

CAL-MSCS Landing Page

https://bit.ly/CAL-MSCS

6 of 32

What is CS?

With your breakout room, sort the statements into two categories.

Jamboard Links Here

7 of 32

8 of 32

The Pieces of a California CS Standard

DESCRIPTIVE STATEMENT

Different algorithms can achieve the same result, though sometimes one algorithm might be more appropriate for a specific solution. Students examine different ways to solve the same task and decide which would be the better solution for the specific scenario.

Concept

Practice(s)

Compare and refine multiple algorithms for the same task and determine which is the most appropriate.

9 of 32

California K-12 Computer Science Progression Chart

10 of 32

Computing Systems

Individual components work together to accomplish a task

Networks and the Internet

Provides voice, facilitates connections with others

Data and Analysis

Collects, stores, categorizes info,

fuels inference

Algorithms and Programming

Breaks down complex tasks into step by step instructions, representations

Impacts of Computing

Promotes empathy, fosters inclusion

CS Concepts

11 of 32

12 of 32

Sub headline

IN THE CHAT: What are some real-world examples of this core concept?

13 of 32

CS Workgroup Lesson Resource

Computing Systems

Sample Lesson

14 of 32

15 of 32

Sub headline

IN THE CHAT: What are some real-world examples of this core concept?

16 of 32

CS Workgroup Lesson Resource

Networks & The Internet

Sample Lesson

17 of 32

18 of 32

Sub headline

IN THE CHAT: What are some real-world examples of this core concept?

19 of 32

CS Workgroup Lesson Resource

Data & Analysis

Sample Lesson

20 of 32

21 of 32

Sub headline

IN THE CHAT: What are some real-world examples of this core concept?

22 of 32

CS Workgroup Lesson Resource

Algorithms & Programming

Sample Lesson

23 of 32

24 of 32

Sub headline

IN THE CHAT: What are some real-world examples of this core concept?

25 of 32

26 of 32

CS Workgroup Lesson Resource

Algorithms & Programming

Breakout Room

-Individually explore the Lesson Resource. What are you noticing and wondering? (5min)

-Within your breakout group, share best practices on how this lesson might be incorporated into your context or classroom (10 minutes)

27 of 32

Upcoming Computer Science Professional Learning Opportunities

    • Trending Tuesdays (ongoing)
    • CSTA Annual Conference (July 16-19)
    • Summer of CS (June - July 2024)
    • Seasons of CS CSPDWeek (July 22-26)
    • CAL-MSCS Computer Science CoP (Fall 2024)
    • STEAM Symposium (Spring 2025)

28 of 32

Feedback Survey

29 of 32

Upcoming Trending Tuesdays

June 18th

Family & Community Engagement in MSCS

Zoom Link:

bit.ly/TrendingTuesdays

Audience:

Classroom Teachers, Teacher Leaders, TOSAS, Site & District Admin, COE Staff, Community Based Partners!

30 of 32

Social Media

Instagram

@calmscs

Facebook

California Mathematics, Science, Computer Science Partnership

X/Twitter

Coming Soon!

31 of 32

THANK YOU

calmscs@sjcoe.net

https://bit.ly/CAL-MSCS

32 of 32