Friday, September 27, 2019

Week of Aug. 30 - Oct. 4

Sept 30: Classroom Start Week 3 of Cycle 1

Oct 4: CTTF Coaching (Group C)

Oct 11: CTTF Coaching (Group A)

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Last Week (Sept.  23-27)

  • Kindergarten
    • Week 2:  Sprites & Loop - SWBAT use simple loops to animate a sprite.
  • First Grade
    • Week 4: Epic Backdrop - SWBAT use the graphic editor to create an epic build backdrop.
  • Second Grade
    • Week 4: Epic Build Part 1 - SWBAT create a maze using their graphic editor and resize their player sprite.
  • Third Grade
    • Week 4: Epic Build Part 1 - SWBAT code a game menu with multiple options.
  • Fourth Grade
    • Week 4: Epic Build Part 1 - SWBAT code a sprite using keyboard controls and use the say block to give instructions.
  • Fifth Grade

      This Week (Sept. 30 - Oct. 4)

      • Kindergarten
        • Week 4:  Epic Build Launch - SWBAT create a new Scratch project called my Name and spell their first name using letter sprites.
      • First Grade
      • Second Grade
      • Third Grade
      •  Fourth Grade
      • Fifth Grade
        • Week 5: Epic Build Part 2 - SWBAT program keyboard controls and apply event handing to backdrop switches
      What's Next

      Preview these videos or projects samples to see what your students will be learning in the lab.






      Last Week (Sept. 23 - 27)

        • Coaching with Campbell
          • Thanks to Group B for working with our coach on Friday. I know the 1/2 Day made things difficult. Please book me if you need any extra support.
          • I hope watching Mrs. Campbell model lessons has been helpful.
          • Don't forget to email her if you have and questions or want her input on an idea.
        • Teaching Week 2 of Classroom Computer Science Integration
          • One big thing that I have learned from my participation is that having a 2nd person in the room is very helpful as we get started. Please try to book me so I can help with management issues.
          • Please check that students are talking the time to name backdrops, sprites, and programs as you go. Things will start to get more complex in the coming weeks, and if students aren't careful they will start to get confused.
          • Also, make sure students know they are adding to their Epic Build projects each week. They should not be making changes unless you have told them to. 

          This Week (Sept. 15-20)

          • Classroom Integration Moves into Week 3
            • Make sure to begin teaching the 3rd week of your grade level Computer Science Integration plan. Every teach should begin including 60 minutes of integrated instruction this week. 
            • Look for your grade level's planning below if you have questions 
          • Getting Ready for Coaching
            • Our school's CTTF coach, Jacqueline Campbell, will be coming to Group C this Friday, Oct. 4. She is planning to assist with classroom integration lessons for teachers this Friday. 
            • Here are some steps to take to make the most of your visit:
              • Make sure students have their Chromebooks out and are logged in to Scratch before the start of your coaching time slot.
              • Have "The Loop" open on the teacher desktop.
            • Mrs. Campbell would like teachers to know that she is willing to help out! She invites teachers to contact her by email with questions and ideas. She can help teachers plan out integration ideas as well. Her email is jacqueline.campbell@codetothefuture.com
            • Remember:  The purpose of the Code To The Future Coach at the beginning is to model the lessons for you, so Mrs. Campbell is willing to teach some of the lesson for teachers this week.
            • She has also offered to stay late on Fridays if teacher would like additional help. Let me know if you would like to take advantage of this offer.
          • Review the Loop
            • Take some time to look over the Lesson 2 in the Loop before the end of the week. Go ahead and get an early start on the next lesson.
            • CTTF Coaching Group C will meet
              • If you are in coaching group C, plan to have your students review week 3 of the integration module. See above for topics that apply to your grade. 
              • Remember:  The purpose of the Code To The Future Coach at the beginning is to model the lessons for you, so Mrs. Campbell will be introducing the lessons for teachers this week.

            Coming Up

            Related Arts: Please use any of the above to help bring computer science into your classes as you are able.




            Use the article below to help you lead discussions about the emerging technology


            Snopes: How do you survive 25 years debunking fake news?

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            Image captionDavid Mikkelson by his computer monitor with a doctored photo in the early days of Snopes
            How do you survive 25 years in the fact-checking business?
            Snopes began as a forum for sharing and investigating urban legends and cool folklore.
            But in a world where "fake news" dominates, where disinformation is a part of the political sphere and misinformation touches every single corner of the internet, what is it about this online encyclopaedia which has made it become the go-to bible for many fact-checkers?
            And how is it evolving to deal with the current landscape?
            The Snopes website and social feeds have become a reservoir of bizarre facts, political nuggets, investigative journalism into hard-hitting subjects - as well as the most weird stories you can imagine.
            From questions around President Donald Trump's tweeted policy suggestions to queries around Disney's Goofy and whether he is actually a cow, there seems to be very little that the fact-checkers haven't had to cast a sceptical eye over.





            Computer Science Writing Contest

            Essay Contest Call for Entries
            MIT is holding a writing contest for all students under 18. Entries are due by October 14. Winners will get published and could win $500.
            Essays must be no more the 1,000 words and must address the question: What do adults not know about my generation and technology?
            Click Here To Read More

            IT-OLOGY INNOVATION CHALLENGE

            The Innovation Challenge is a state-wide challenge for 4K-12th grade teachers and 3rd-12th grade students. Your mission is to create a project that uses technology to solve a problem in school, the community or South Carolina.
            Our online application is open from October through February and is free to enter. The awards event is held every March for project finalists.

            Important Dates

            For the month of October please try to discuss the following computer science career field.

            This video offers an explanation of the career.

            Share this website with students to read about how to become one.









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            Friday, September 20, 2019

            Week of Sept. 23-27

            Sept 23: Classrooms start Week 2 of Cycle 1

            Sept 27: CTTF Coaching (Group B) - 1/2 Day

            Oct 4: CTTF Coaching (Group C)

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            Last Week (Sept.  9 - 13)

            • Kindergarten
              • Week 1: Cycle 1 Launch - students identify types of electronics; code a Scratch Sprite to say Hi; explore Scratch.
              • First Grade
                • Week 3: Epic Build Launch - SWBAT generate ideas for their own Epic Build. project.
                • Second Grade
                  • Week 3: Epic Build Launch - SWBAT begin planning their own Maze Game Epic Build.
                  • Third Grade
                    • Week 3: Epic Build Launch - SWBAT to map out their Epic Build.
                    • Fourth Grade
                    • Fifth Grade
                      • Week 3: Epic Build Launch - SWBAT complete the Epic Build Document

                      This Week (Sept. 15 - 20)

                      • Kindergarten
                        • Week 2:  Sprites & Loop - SWBAT use simple loops to animate a sprite.
                      • First Grade
                        • Week 4: Epic Backdrop - SWBAT use the graphic editor to create an epic build backdrop.
                      • Second Grade
                        • Week 4: Epic Build Part 1 - SWBAT create a maze using their graphic editor and resize their player sprite.
                      • Third Grade
                        • Week 4: Epic Build Part 1 - SWBAT code a game menu with multiple options.
                      • Fourth Grade
                        • Week 4: Epic Build Part 1 - SWBAT code a sprite using keyboard controls and use the say block to give instructions.
                      • Fifth Grade
                      What's Next

                      Preview these videos or projects samples to see what your students will be learning in the lab.






                      Last Week (Sept. 9 - 13)

                      • Coaching with Campbell
                        • Thanks to Group A for working with our coach on Friday.
                        • I hope watching Mrs. Campbell model lessons has been helpful.
                        • Don't forget to email her if you have and questions or want her input on an idea.
                      • Teaching Week 1 of Classroom Computer Science Integration
                        • I can't say "Thank You" enough to everyone for their support for integrating computer science in classroom last week. I know this is a big challenge. 
                        • It was amazing seeing some of the things going on already. I am so excited to see our students applying computer science in classroom
                        • If you find yourself feeling "stressed" or falling behind, please reach out. I would love to try and help.

                      This Week (Sept. 15-20)

                      • Classroom Integration Moves into Week 2
                        • Make sure to begin teaching the 2nd week of your grade level Computer Science Integration plan. Every teach should begin including 60 minutes of integrated instruction this week. 
                        • Look for your grade level's planning below if you have questions 
                      • Getting Ready for Coaching
                        • Our school's CTTF coach, Jacqueline Campbell, will be coming to Group B this Friday, Sept. 27. She is planning to assist with classroom integration lessons for teachers this Friday. We are aware that some teachers will miss the coaching cycle due to the half day. Please contact me and I will arrange any extra support you may need.
                        • Here are some steps to take to make the most of your visit:
                          • Make sure students have their Chromebooks out and are logged in to Scratch before the start of your coaching time slot.
                          • Have "The Loop" open on the teacher desktop.
                        • Mrs. Campbell would like teachers to know that she is willing to help out! She invites teachers to contact her by email with questions and ideas. She can help teachers plan out integration ideas as well. Her email is jacqueline.campbell@codetothefuture.com
                        • Remember:  The purpose of the Code To The Future Coach at the beginning is to model the lessons for you, so Mrs. Campbell is willing to teach some of the lesson for teachers this week.
                        • She has also offered to stay late on Fridays if teacher would like additional help. Let me know if you would like to take advantage of this offer.
                      • Review the Loop
                        • Take some time to look over the Lesson 2 in the Loop before the end of the week. Go ahead and get an early start on the next lesson.
                        • CTTF Coaching Group C will meet
                          • If you are in coaching group B, plan to have your students review week 2 of the beginner module. See above for topics that apply to your grade. 
                          • Remember:  The purpose of the Code To The Future Coach at the beginning is to model the lessons for you, so Mrs. Campbell will be introducing the lessons for teachers this week.
                          • I know this Friday is a half day. If your regular coaching time is in the afternoon you will miss your coaching this rotation. Please reach out to me if this is a problem. I can come and help instead.

                        Coming Up

                        Related Arts: Please use any of the above to help bring computer science into your classes as you are able.




                        Use the article below to help you lead discussions about the emerging technology

                        Kids are surrounded by AI. They should know how it works.

                        A new curriculum that helps children understand how algorithms are designed will keep them safe and motivate them to help shape the technology’s future.





                        Computer Science Writing Contest

                        Essay Contest Call for Entries
                        MIT is holding a writing contest for all students under 18. Entries are due by October 14. Winners will get published and could win $500.
                        Essays must be no more the 1,000 words and must address the question: What do adults not know about my generation and technology?
                        Click Here To Read More





                        For the month of September please try to discuss the following computer science career field.


                        This video offers an explanation of the career.

                        Share this website with students to read about how to become one.








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                        Friday, September 6, 2019

                        Week of Sept. 9 -13

                        Sept 9: A Profile of CSIS@SES during Staff Development

                        Sept. 11: Cycle 1 Integration Discussions during Grade Level Meetings

                        Sept. 13: CTTF Coaching (Group C)

                        Sept 16: Classrooms start Cycle 1 Integration

                        Sept 20: CTTF Coaching (Group A)

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                        Last Week (Sept.  2-6)

                        • Kindergarten
                          • Finish Week 1: Cycle 1 Launch  - Logging In
                          • Start Week 2:  Sprites & Loop - SWBAT use simple loops to animate a sprite.
                        • First Grade
                          • Finish Week 1: Cycle 1 Blast Off - Logging In
                          • Start Week 2: The Big Idea - SWBAT use clicked events in a project.
                        • Second Grade
                          • Week 2: Total Control - SWBAT code a sprite with keyboard controls for motion.
                        • Third Grade
                          • Week 2: Big Idea Game Menu - SWBAT to create a simple game menu project.
                        • Fourth Grade
                          • Week 2: Stepped Motion - SWBAT write a stepped motion script for a projectile sprite.
                        • Fifth Grade
                          • Week 2: Event Handling - SWBAT to apply event handling to program with sprites having a conversation.

                        This Week (Sept. 9-13)

                        • Kindergarten
                          • Finish Week 2:  Sprites & Loop - SWBAT use simple loops to animate a sprite.
                          • Start Week 3: Epic Build Launch - SWBAT generate ideas for their own Epic Build project.
                        • First Grade
                          • Finish Week 2: The Big Idea - SWBAT use clicked events in a project.
                          • Start Week 3: Epic Build Launch - SWBAT generate ideas for their own Epic Build. project.
                        • Second Grade
                          • Week 3: Epic Build Launch - SWBAT begin planning their own Maze Game Epic Build.
                        • Third Grade
                          • Week 3: Epic Build Launch - SWBAT to map out their Epic Build.
                        • Fourth Grade
                        • Fifth Grade
                          • Week 3: Epic Build Launch - SWBAT complete the Epic Build Document
                        What's Next

                        Preview these videos or projects samples to see what your students will be learning in the lab.






                        This Week (Sept. 2 - 6)

                        • Thanks for Signing up for Coaching
                          • Sandlapper Coaching Schedule
                          • Way to go Group B. I hope your coaching this week was helpful. 
                          • 2nd & 3rd Grade did a great job learning about keyboard controls and game menus!
                        • Select Your Class Tech Ambassadors
                        • Classroom Computer Science Supplies from the Lead Teacher
                          • Please be sure to display the following in your classroom.
                            • Computation Thinking Poster
                            • Scratch Basic Blocks Posters
                            • If I did not deliver these to your room, please let me know.
                          • Optional Resources:
                            • Printable Scratch Blocks - For you to download and use in your classroom. They make a handy resource. Consider laminating set and use magnet tape so it stick on your white board. Also can be used with small groups without a computer. They are a great way to make coding tangible. 
                            • Scratch Vocabulary (Google Slides) - A complete list of all the vocabulary introduced during Cycle 1. Feel free to make a copy and personalize the glossary to meet your needs.

                        Next Week (Sept. 9-13)

                        • A Profile of CSIS@SES
                          • During Monday's faculty meeting I shared the following presentation.
                          • Please feel free to share it with students and parents when explaining our magnet program.
                        • Getting Ready for Coaching
                          • Our school's CTTF coach, Jacqueline Campbell, will be coming to group C this Friday, Sept. 13. She is planning to model lesson 3 for teachers this Friday.
                          • Here are some steps to take to make the most of your visit:
                            • Be sure to review any week 1 or 2 lessons with your students to check their learning from the lab. Students should be able to log in by themselves now, and know the basics of week 2 in The Loop (See above for video links to review lessons).
                            • Make sure students have their Chromebooks out and are logged in to Scratch before the start of your coaching time slot.
                            • Have "The Loop" open on the teacher desktop.
                          • Mrs. Campbell would like teachers to know that she is willing to help out! She invites teachers to contact her by email with questions and ideas. She can help teachers plan out integration ideas as well. Her email is jacqueline.campbell@codetothefuture.com
                          • She has also offered to stay late on Fridays if teacher would like additional help. Let me know if you would like to take advantage of this offer.
                        • Review the Loop
                          • Take some time to look over the Lesson 1 & 2 in the Loop
                          • You should also have a printed copy. If not, let me know!
                          • Use the video links to preview what the students will need to be doing.
                        • Classroom Integration Plans during Team Meetings on Sept. 11
                          • You have 4 options:
                            1. Use the Built In Lesson Integrations that are part of the Beginner Cycle; or
                            2. Use the Stand Alone Scratch Language Arts Scratch Cycle; or
                            3. Use the Stand Alone Scratch Math Scratch Cycle; or
                            4. Create Your Own!
                        • CTTF Coaching Group C will meet
                          • If you are in coaching group C, plan to have your students review week 2 of the beginner module. See above for topics that apply to your grade. 
                          • Remember:  The purpose of the Code To The Future Coach at the beginning is to model the lessons for you, so Mrs. Campbell will be introducing the lessons for teachers this week.

                        Coming Up

                        • Begin Cycle 1 Classroom Integration on Sept 16

                        Related Arts: Please use any of the above to help bring computer science into your classes as you are able.




                        Use the article below to help you lead discussions about the emerging technology

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                        Now Facebook says it may remove Like counts – TechCrunch

                        Facebook could soon start hiding the Like counter on News Feed posts to protect users’ from envy and dissuade them from self-censorship. Instagram is already testing this in 7 countries including Canada and Brazil, showing a post’s audience just a few names of mutual friends who’ve Liked it instead of the total number. The idea is to prevent users from destructively comparing themselves to others and possibly feeling inadequate if their posts don’t get as many Likes. It could also stop users from deleting posts they think aren’t getting enough Likes or not sharing in the first place.
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                        Characterization

                        In this Scratch coding activity, students program a project that describes in detail a character in a story. This lesson plan is designed to help you teach characterization in a fun, visual, and engaging way through coding. Access the activity at g.co/csfirst/characterization. It is ideal for grades 3-5, but can be modified for younger learners.




                        For the month of September please try to discuss the following computer science career field.


                        This video offers an explanation of the career.

                        Share this website with students to read about how to become one.