View session recommendations for the Equity in Action Summit aligned to the CSTA Standards.
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CSTA’s education team has compiled these recommended sessions for the Equity in Action Summit, set for April 2. These recommendations also include the corresponding alignment to the CSTA Standards for CS Teachers.
Power On! with the Teacher’s Resource Guide to CS Equity
Presented by Sarah Ciras, Shanti’ Coaston, and Megan Bowen
Grade Band: 6-8, 9-12
In this session, we will share resources/strategies that align with the new graphic novel, Power On! to teach CS equity in 6-12 classrooms. Session aligns with CSTA Standards 2a. Examine issues of equity in CS and 2b. Minimize threats to inclusion.
Disrupting the School to Prison Pipeline using Music and CS.
Presented by Ed Campos and Tory Wadlington
Grade Band: 9-12
Music fused with computer science is a strong tool to connect with today’s misunderstood youth. Join us to learn valuable strategies. Session aligns with CSTA Standards 2b. Minimize threats to inclusion and 2c. Represent diverse perspectives.
“It’s a Village” approach to Computer Science Equity
Presented by Sonal Patel and Donald Saint-Germain
Grade Band: Not grade-band specific
Join us to learn about how multiple education stakeholders can work together to create equitable computer science experiences for students. Session aligns with CSTA Standards 2a. Examine issues of equity in CS and 2b. Minimize threats to inclusion.
Surviving or Thriving? Supporting Black Young Black Men in CS
Presented by Dominick Sanders, Eric Foster, and Leon Tynes
Grade Band: Not grade-band specific
How do we foster real community, connection, and belonging for young black men in computer science? Session aligns with CSTA Standards 2a. Examine issues of equity in CS and 2c. Represent diverse perspectives.
Including Students with Disabilities in CS
Presented by: Brianna Blaser, Richard Ladner, Andreas Stefik, and Sarah Ciras
Grade Band: 6-8, 9-12
Considering accessibility of pedagogy, curriculum, and tools of K12 CS education. Session aligns with CSTA Standards 2a. Examine issues of equity in CS and 2e. Use accessible instructional materials.
Strategies for Using Universal Design for Learning in K-8 CS
Presented by: Alexis Cobo, Andrew Bennett, Jessica Williams, and Latoya Chandler
Grade Band: 3-5, 6-8
UDL in K-8 CS Ed Session aligns with CSTA Standards 2a. Examine issues of equity in CS and 2e. Use accessible instructional materials.
