Maryland Higher Education Summer CS Intensive

July 20-22, 2022 at Hood College, Frederick, Maryland

8:30-3:30 each day (W, Th, F) lunch provided.

Hear from Maryland districts on the many ways that computer science is being implemented across PK-12
Experience hands-on robotics, unplugged, and computing activities that are commonly offered in Maryland PK-12 schools
Discuss and provide feedback on the essential foundations of computer science for preservice programs
Take a deep dive into existing resources for topic area interest groups: primary and secondary science, math, ELA, social studies, liberal arts, early childhood, special education, and computer science/engineering/cybersecurity.
Collaboratively develop customized resources to meet specific course needs.

8:30-9:15 Statewide celebration of CS education - auditorium - agenda
9:30-10:10 Presentations of current implementation of CS across PK-12 in a variety of Maryland districts -auditorum
10:20 - 11:30 Rotations: Hands-on activities with robots, unplugged activities, and computing commonly used in Maryland PK-12 schools
11:30 - 12: 30 LUNCH ON US
12:30 - 3:30 Introduction to higher education goals. Work in content/course specific development teams.

Thursday 7/21

8:30-10:00 Explore the essential foundations of computer science needed for 21st century educators. Review CS vs CT and how CS provides opportunities for SEL.
9:30-10:15 divide up into those who are new (stay in 206 with Lauren) and those who have been part of working in CS education for a while (move to 207 w/ dianne)
10:15-11 take a break
10:30-11:15 divide up into primary (suzanne room 207) and secondary (Noel 213)
11:15-noon Work in content/course specific development teams to review existing resources
noon- 1 lunch with the elementary coaches in discussion groups.
1-1:30 flash talks from MD institutions
1:30- 3:00 Work in content/course specific development teams to recommend resources to improve, modify or develop
3:00-3:30 Gallery Walk of elementary coach ideas.

8:30-9 overview of resources
9-11 Make-a-thon for education faculty to create identified resources from earlier sessions
11-11:30 share next steps, wants and needs
11:30-12:30 lunch
12:30-3:30 Explore, customize, and annotate resources. continue make-a-thon

We value your time and experience and want to pay you for your participation.
You will be well positioned to apply for much larger grant funds after completing this cycle.
This is an excellent opportunity for connecting and collaborating with colleagues.
Maryland NEEDs teachers who understand how to teach computer science well to support diverse students across K-12. This nationally recognized subject area is way behind yet becoming a requirement in almost every state.