CodeHS offers comprehensive and mini online professional development courses covering various programming languages and best practices for teaching computer science in a blended classroom.
Dive into the basics of programming and learn how to lead a successful introductory computer science class. This course covers everything from learning effective debugging methods to teaching computer science in a blended classroom. Perfect for teachers with limited or no programming experience.
The CodeHS Cybersecurity course prepares students with crucial skills to be responsible citizens in a digital future and protect themselves from the growing threat of cyber attacks. With the CodeHS online Professional Development course, we'll train teachers at your school to teach an excellent Cybersecurity course. No programming experience is required. Teachers will gain the skills, pedagogical knowledge, resources, and confidence to lead a great cybersecurity class with CodeHS.
Learn how to lead a successful AP® Computer Science A class with CodeHS. The Teaching AP® Computer Science A professional development course prepares teachers to teach AP® Computer Science A with a focus on the Java programming language. Teachers will practice the skills they need to teach tricky concepts, debug programs, answer questions, and lead a blended classroom.
With the CodeHS online AP Computer Science Principles Professional Development course, we'll train teachers at your school to teach an excellent AP Computer Science Principles course. Teachers will gain the skills, pedagogical knowledge, resources, and confidence to teach AP CS Principles. No programming experience is required.
In today's world, web pages are the main medium for sharing ideas and information. Learning to design websites is an incredibly useful skill for any career path. This Professional Development course prepares teachers to teach a successful Web Design course with CodeHS.
If you took one professional development course with CodeHS and want more, this course is for you. Special Topics in Teaching Computer Science is a PD course that builds on your content knowledge and pedagogy from your first professional development course. Teachers will build on the skills from the first PD and learn more tips for running a successful computer science class.
Prepare to teach Computing Ideas! With this online PD course, teachers gain the skills, pedagogical knowledge, resources, and confidence to lead a excellent introductory computer science class with CodeHS—no programming experience is required.
With the CodeHS online AP Computer Science Principles Professional Development course, we'll train teachers at your school to teach an excellent AP Computer Science Principles course. Teachers will gain the skills, pedagogical knowledge, resources, and confidence to teach AP CS Principles. No programming experience is required.
With the CodeHS online AP Computer Science Principles Professional Development course, we'll train teachers at your school to teach an excellent AP Computer Science Principles course. Teachers will gain the skills, pedagogical knowledge, resources, and confidence to teach AP CS Principles. No programming experience is required.
Finding and fixing errors in programs is a fundamental skill for new and experienced programmers to develop. This CodeHS course introduces debugging: the art and science of fixing broken programs. You'll learn techniques for finding common code errors and effective debugging strategies for Java exercises to share with students.
Finding and fixing errors in programs is a fundamental skill for new and experienced programmers to develop. This CodeHS course introduces debugging: the art and science of fixing broken programs. You'll learn techniques for finding common code errors and effective debugging strategies for Karel (JavaScript) exercises to share with students.
This course covers all of the tools and resources on CodeHS and through the College Board for supporting AP CSA teachers. Major resources include the FRQ Center, practice exams, the review course, Java practice problems, AP classroom, how to use College Board reader summaries and rubrics, and more.
This short online course covers all of the tools and resources on CodeHS and through the College Board for supporting AP CS Principles teachers. Major resources include the practice exams, the review course, JS and Python practice problems, AP classroom, how to use College Board reader summaries and rubrics, the Create Performance Task, and more.
This course prepares educators to implement high-quality Project-Based Learning (PBL) strategies using the CodeHS LMS and curriculum. Educators will learn about the basics of Project-Based Learning, using CodeHS curriculum with PBL, lesson planning, managing your PBL/CodeHS classroom, and assessing students in a PBL classroom.
In the micro-course, educators will learn what collaboration in the computer science classroom looks like, explore the various ideas and techniques for student collaboration and learn how to foster a collaborative setting in their classrooms. Educators will learn about the challenges they may face and how to overcome those obstacles. They will also be introduced to the CodeHS tools that help to support a collaborative setting.
This short online PD course covers strategies to leverage CodeHS tools for grading, progress monitoring, providing feedback, creating & customizing courses/sections, using the IDE, using curricular resources, and other platform tools and resources.
In this course, educators will learn how to use the CodeHS integrated development environment (IDE) to engage, assess and collaborate with students. Teachers will begin by exploring the tools and resources available to help them navigate the IDE and set their students up for success. Teachers will use the CodeHS Sandbox to collaborate with students in real-time.
This is an online professional development course to help prepare teachers for the Florida Teaching Certification Examinations (FTCE) - Computer Science. It covers 100% of the competencies designated for the exam.
This is an online professional development course to help prepare teachers for the Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators Computer Science (GACE CS) exam. It covers 100% of the competencies designated for the exam.
This course is designed to help prepare teachers for the Praxis Computer Science Exam. The CodeHS Praxis Computer Science Preparation Course is the only course that covers 100% of the competencies designated for the exam.
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| Welcome: In this first module we give you an overview of the professional development course. We introduce a few key principles and ideas for teaching computer science, and give you a chance to set goals and expectations for how to make the most out of this course. | |
| How CodeHS Works: | |
| Programming With Karel: Module two is programming with Karel. Karel is a dog that only knows how to move, turn left, and place tennis balls in his world. You can give Karel these commands to instruct him to do certain things. We use Karel to show you what it means to program, and allow you to focus on problem solving. | |
| JavaScript Bootcamp: This unit is meant to provide teachers with a brief introduction to topics in JavaScript. | |
| Teaching Programming with Karel: In this module we'll go over teaching the basics of programming. We will go through concept by concept and explain ways to teach in the classroom, how to grade these problems, and how to debug these problems. | |
| Effective Debugging Strategies: Learn effective debugging strategies in this module. Debugging is one of the most important skills to develop both for your own programming and for grading others' code. We'll identify common coding errors and learn how to address them. | |
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Teaching a Blended Coding Class: The final module dives into the blended classroom environment. We'll discuss best practices and helpful approaches for incorporating online learning in traditional classroom settings. |
| Course Wrap-Up: |
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| Welcome: In this first module we give you an overview of the Introduction to Cybersecurity Professional Development course. We'll learn about key principles and ideas for teaching the course, discuss access and equity in the field of Computer Science, and set goals and expectations for how to make the most out of this course. | |
| How CodeHS Works: This module covers strategies to leverage CodeHS tools for grading, progress monitoring, providing feedback, creating & customizing courses/sections, using the IDE, using curricular resources, and other platform tools and resources. | |
| Digital Citizenship and Cyber Hygiene Bootcamp: In this module, teachers learn the basics of digital citizenship and cyber hygiene by working through actual lessons from the Introduction to Cybersecurity course. | |
| Teaching Cyber Hygiene: In this module we'll go over teaching the basics of digital citizenship and cyber hygiene. We will cover common misunderstandings, explain ways to teach these concepts in the classroom, and how to grade student work. | |
| Cryptography Bootcamp: In this module, teachers learn the basics of cryptography by working through actual lessons from the Introduction to Cybersecurity course. | |
| Software Security Bootcamp: In this module, teachers learn the basics of software security by working through lessons from the Introduction to Cybersecurity course. This includes learning about common attacks and recommend solutions for flawed security systems. | |
| Teaching Cryptography and Security: In this module we'll go over teaching the basics of cryptography and security. We will cover common misunderstandings, explain ways to teach these concepts in the classroom, and how to grade student work. | |
| Basics of Debugging: Debugging is locating and fixing errors in programs, and is one of the most important skills for your own programming as well as grading others’ code. In this module we’ll identify common errors in coding used in cybersecurity, and teach you effective debugging strategies that you can model and share with your students. | |
| Teaching a Blended Computer Science Class: Learn what leading a blended classroom with both online and offline activities looks like, and learn helpful ideas and best practices for incorporating online learning into a traditional classroom. | |
| CodeHS Teacher Interviews: Hear from teachers who have experience teaching computer science with CodeHS! | |
| Course Wrap-Up: The Course Wrap-Up module includes an end-of-course survey, a Teaching Cybersecurity completion badge, a Certificate of Completion, and information about earning graduate credit. |
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| Welcome: This introductory module provides an overview of the Teaching AP CSA professional development course. You'll learn about the big ideas behind the course, key principles for teaching AP CSA, access and equity in computer science, and goal planning and pacing. | |
| How CodeHS Works: | |
| What is AP CSA?: Learn about the 2019 AP Computer Science A course and College Board curriculum framework, how to go through the AP Course Audit, specific details about the new AP examination, and an overview of the CodeHS AP CSA curriculum which includes student recruitment strategies. | |
| Java Programming Basics Bootcamp: Dive in and learn the basics of programming in Java by working through a condensed version of the first two student modules and key lessons from student course modules 3 and 4. | |
| Java Programming Advanced Bootcamp: Continue learning more about programming in Java by working through key student lessons on classes and data structures. | |
| Debugging in Java: Finding and fixing errors in programs is a fundamental skill for new and experienced programmers to develop. This module introduces debugging, the art and science of fixing broken programs. You'll learn techniques for finding common code errors and effective debugging strategies to share with students. | |
| Teaching Programming in Java: Practice teaching the basics of programming with Java. This module reviews key concepts of Java and object-oriented programming and ways to teach them the classroom. You'll also practice grading and fixing student Java programs. | |
| Leading a Blended Coding Class: Learn to effectively lead a blended classroom that utilizes online and offline activities and tools. Practice classroom planning, customize your course, discover helpful resources, and incorporate best practices into your teaching. | |
| After the AP Exam: This brief module explores how teachers can effectively use the planning and instructional time after the AP Exam. | |
| Supplementary: This brief module contains information on how to program in Java outside of the CodeHS platform and some additional debugging practice. | |
| Course Wrap-Up: This module wraps up the course with a survey, badge and certificate! |
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| Welcome: In this first module we give you an overview of the AP CS Principles professional development course. We introduce a few key principles and ideas for teaching the course, discuss access and equity in the field of Computer Science, and give you a chance to set goals and expectations for how to make the most out of this course. | |
| How CodeHS Works: | |
| What is AP CS Principles?: Learn about the new AP Computer Science Principles course, how to go through the AP Course Audit, specific details about the new AP examination, and get an overview of the CodeHS AP CSP curriculum. | |
| Tools and Resources for AP CS Principles: AP CS Principles is a brand new course, and we have developed several helpful tools and resources to help you teach this course. In this module, you’ll practice using these new tools and resources. | |
| Programming with Karel Bootcamp: Dive in and learn the basics of programming with Karel by working through a condensed version of the Karel module of the AP CSP course. | |
| Programming with JavaScript Bootcamp: Dive in and learn the basics of programming with JavaScript by working through a condensed version of the JavaScript module of the AP CSP course. | |
| Data Structures Boot Camp: We introduce lists/arrays. These are the essential basic data structures that any program will use. | |
| Basics of Debugging: Debugging is locating and fixing errors in programs, and is one of the most important skills for your own programming as well as grading others’ code. In this module we’ll identify common errors in web development code, and teach you effective debugging strategies that you can model and share with your students. | |
| Teaching a Blended Computer Science Class: Learn what leading a blended classroom with both online and offline activities looks like, and learn helpful ideas and best practices for incorporating online learning into a traditional classroom. | |
| Course Wrap-Up: |
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| Welcome: In this first module we give you an overview of the Teaching Web Design Professional Development course. We'll learn about key principles and ideas for teaching the course, discuss access and equity in the field of Computer Science, and set goals and expectations for how to make the most out of this course. | |
| How CodeHS Works: | |
| Web Design Bootcamp: In this unit, students learn about the language behind all websites: HTML. Students learn about several different HTML tags as well as the basic structure of a web page. Students use HTML to develop several of their own creative web pages. | |
| Teaching Web Development: In this module we'll go over teaching the basics of web development. We will cover common misunderstandings, explain ways to teach these concepts in the classroom, and how to grade student web pages. | |
| Basics of Debugging: Debugging is locating and fixing errors in code, and is one of the most important skills for your own web development as well as grading others’ code. In this module we’ll identify common errors in web development code, and teach you effective debugging strategies that you can model and share with your students. | |
| Teaching a Blended Computer Science Class: Learn what leading a blended classroom with both online and offline activities looks like, and learn helpful ideas and best practices for incorporating online learning into a traditional classroom. | |
| Course Wrap-Up: |
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| CodeHS Teacher Interviews: Hear from teachers who have experience teaching computer science with CodeHS! |
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| Welcome: In this first module we give you an overview of the professional development course. We introduce a few key principles and ideas, and give you a chance to set goals and expectations for how to make the most out of this course. | |
| Increasing Student Investment in Computer Science: Do you like sports, politics, or media? Teachers engage in current topics in programming and learn how to tie in modern technologies, companies, stories, and more to invest students in an inquisitive and fun classroom experience. | |
| Advanced Tools in the CodeHS Toolbox: Teachers take a deep dive into the CodeHS toolbox to learn more about tracking, gradebook, quiz and problems banks, and the Create functionality. | |
| Advanced Topics in Debugging: All programs get bugs, how do you squash the tricky ones? Teachers continue mastering the art of debugging advanced programs and problems by learning about new tools, tips, and best practices when it comes to squashing bugs in your student’s code. | |
| Student Collaboration: Did you know the best programmers work in teams? Teachers incorporate collaborative programming best practices into their blended learning classroom to increase student collaboration with pair programming, student projects, ideation sessions, and white boarding. | |
| Assessing Student Mastery: How do you assess code that looks so different? Teachers gain insight into assessing different types of problems, projects, and activities and how to provide constructive feedback to their students. | |
| The Current Coding Ecosystem: What tools do people use to build websites, games, and mobile apps? Teachers take a deep dive into the various languages, frameworks, and libraries being used by websites and applications today and how to properly explain what each does and break down their unique technologies and functions. | |
| Beyond Level 2 PD: Now that you've finished the PD course, next steps to continue growing and learning as a computer science teacher. |
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| Welcome: In this first module we give you an overview of the Computing Ideas Professional Development course. We'll learn about key principles and ideas for teaching the course, discuss access and equity in the field of Computer Science, and set goals and expectations for how to make the most out of this course. | |
| How CodeHS Works: This module covers strategies to leverage CodeHS tools for grading, progress monitoring, providing feedback, creating & customizing courses/sections, using the IDE, using curricular resources, and other platform tools and resources. | |
| Web Design Bootcamp: In this unit, students will go through a high level introduction to HTML, CSS, and the processes involved in viewing web pages on the internet. Students will create several simple web pages using the CodeHS online editor to gain practice using the various features of HTML and CSS. | |
| Programming Bootcamp: Karel is a dog that only knows how to move, turn left, and place tennis balls in his world. You can give Karel these commands to instruct him to do certain things. We use Karel to show you what it means to program, and allow you to focus on problem-solving. | |
| Number Systems Bootcamp: In this short module you will gain an understanding of what CodeHS brings to your classroom, and learn how to use the CodeHS platform effectively. | |
| Teaching Web Design: In this module we'll go over teaching the basics of web development. We will cover common misunderstandings, explain ways to teach these concepts in the classroom, and how to grade student web pages. | |
| Teaching Programming with Karel: In this module we'll go over teaching the basics of programming. We will go through concept by concept and explain ways to teach in the classroom, how to grade these problems, and how to debug these problems. | |
| Basics of Debugging: Debugging is locating and fixing errors in programs, and is one of the most important skills for your own programming as well as grading others’ code. In this module we’ll identify common errors in web development code, and teach you effective debugging strategies that you can model and share with your students. | |
| Teaching a Blended Computer Science Class: Learn what leading a blended classroom with both online and offline activities looks like, and learn helpful ideas and best practices for incorporating online learning into a traditional classroom. | |
| Course Wrap-Up: The Course Wrap-Up module includes an end-of-course survey, a Teaching Computing Ideas completion badge, a Certificate of Completion, and information about earning graduate credit. |
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| CodeHS Teacher Interviews: Hear from teachers who have experience teaching computer science with CodeHS! |
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| Welcome: In this first module we give you an overview of the AP CS Principles professional development course. We introduce a few key principles and ideas for teaching the course, discuss access and equity in the field of Computer Science, and give you a chance to set goals and expectations for how to make the most out of this course. | |
| What is AP CS Principles?: Learn about the new AP Computer Science Principles course, how to go through the AP Course Audit, specific details about the new AP examination, and get an overview of the CodeHS AP CSP curriculum. | |
| How CodeHS Works: | |
| Tools and Resources for AP CS Principles: AP CS Principles is a brand new course, and we have developed several helpful tools and resources to help you teach this course. In this module, you’ll practice using these new tools and resources. | |
| Programming with Karel Bootcamp: Karel is a dog that only knows how to move, turn left, and place tennis balls in his world. You can give Karel these commands to instruct him to do certain things. We use Karel to show you what it means to program, and allow you to focus on problem solving. | |
| Programming with Python Bootcamp: Introduces you to the basics of Python, including variables, user input, control structures, functions with parameters and return values, and basic graphics, how to send messages to objects. | |
| Data Structures Bootcamp: Students will learn the basics of lists in Python while exploring tuples and lists. Students will explore how to create each of these and the various methods to access or alter them. | |
| Debugging Strategies: | |
| Teaching Python: In this module we'll go over teaching the basics of programming with Tracy the Turtle. We will cover common misunderstandings, explain ways to teach these concepts in the classroom, and how to grade student programs. | |
| Teaching a Blended Computer Science Class: Learn what leading a blended classroom with both online and offline activities looks like, and learn helpful ideas and best practices for incorporating online learning into a traditional classroom. | |
| Course Wrap-Up: |
| Unit | Description |
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| Welcome: In this first module we give you an overview of the AP CS Principles professional development course. We introduce a few key principles and ideas for teaching the course, discuss access and equity in the field of Computer Science, and give you a chance to set goals and expectations for how to make the most out of this course. | |
| What is AP CS Principles?: Learn about the new AP Computer Science Principles course, how to go through the AP Course Audit, specific details about the new AP examination, and get an overview of the CodeHS AP CSP curriculum. | |
| How CodeHS Works: In this module you will gain an understanding of what CodeHS is bringing to your classroom, and learn how to use the CodeHS website effectively. | |
| Tools and Resources for AP CS Principles: AP CS Principles is a brand new course, and we have developed several helpful tools and resources to help you teach this course. In this module, you’ll practice using these new tools and resources. | |
| Programming with Karel Bootcamp: Dive in and learn the basics of programming with Karel by working through a condensed version of the Karel module of the AP CSP course. | |
| Programming with JavaScript Bootcamp: Dive in and learn the basics of programming with JavaScript by working through a condensed version of the JavaScript module of the AP CSP course. | |
| Data Structures Boot Camp: We introduce lists/arrays. These are the essential basic data structures that any program will use. | |
| Basics of Debugging: Debugging is locating and fixing errors in programs, and is one of the most important skills for your own programming as well as grading others’ code. In this module we’ll identify common errors in web development code, and teach you effective debugging strategies that you can model and share with your students. | |
| Teaching a Blended Computer Science Class: Learn what leading a blended classroom with both online and offline activities looks like, and learn helpful ideas and best practices for incorporating online learning into a traditional classroom. |
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| Welcome: Get an overview of the Intro Python Professional Pevelopment course. Learn about key principles and ideas for teaching the course, discuss access and equity in the field of Computer Science, and set goals and expectations for how to make the most out of this course. | |
| How CodeHS Works: This module covers strategies to leverage CodeHS tools for grading, progress monitoring, providing feedback, creating & customizing courses/sections, using the IDE, using curricular resources, and other platform tools and resources. | |
| Programming with Tracy Bootcamp: Learn Python commands, functions, and control structures by drawing shapes on your screen and solving puzzles with Turtle Graphics! | |
| Basic Python Bootcamp: Learn the basics of programming by writing programs that you can interact with using your keyboard! | |
| Advanced Python Bootcamp: This module dives into strings, iterating through strings, string methods, and data structures like tuples and lists. | |
| Teaching Python: In this module we'll go over teaching the basics of programming with Tracy the Turtle. We will cover common misunderstandings, explain ways to teach these concepts in the classroom, and how to grade student programs. | |
| Debugging Strategies: This module includes several debugging strategies including common misunderstandings about debugging code, ways to teach problem-solving and debugging concepts in the classroom, and how to grade student programs. | |
| Teaching a Blended Computer Science Class: Learn what leading a blended classroom with both online and offline activities looks like, and learn helpful ideas and best practices for incorporating online learning into a traditional classroom. | |
| CodeHS Teacher Interviews: Hear from teachers who have experience teaching computer science with CodeHS! | |
| Course Wrap-Up: The Course Wrap-Up module includes an end-of-course survey, an Intro to CS in Python 3 completion badge, a Certificate of Completion, and information about earning graduate credit. |
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| Welcome to Debugging in Java!: In this brief module, we give an overview of what the Debugging in Java course is all about. | |
| Introduction to Debugging: Learn about the history and key ideas of debugging in this lesson. | |
| Basic Debugging in Java: This module introduces fundamental concepts and techniques for debugging. | |
| Debugging Tools: This module introduces you to tools that you can use for debugging Java computer programs. | |
| Debugging Techniques: In the module we see how to use print statements and comments to debug Java programs. | |
| Common Java Errors: In this module we learn about common Java programming errors and how to avoid them. | |
| Common Compiler Errors: This module discusses common compiler errors in Java programs. | |
| Advanced Debugging Practice: In this module we learn additional techniques and tips for debugging Java programs. | |
| Using Other IDEs: This module focuses on how to use the Java main method in IDEs outside of CodeHS. | |
| Asking the Right Questions: This module wraps up the course by focusing on how to be a good facilitator in a computer science course by asking the right questions. | |
| Course Wrap-up: Congratulations of completing the Debugging in Java PD course! In this module, you can complete the course survey, earn your course badge, and receive a certificate of completion for 5 professional development hours. |
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| Welcome to Debugging in Karel the Dog!: In this brief module, we give an overview of what the Debugging in Karel the Dog course is all about. | |
| Introduction to Debugging: Learn about the history and key ideas of debugging in this lesson. | |
| Basic Debugging in Karel: This module introduces fundamental concepts and techniques for debugging. | |
| Stepping Through Code: This module introduces you to the step debugger that you can use for debugging Karel computer programs. | |
| Using Error Messages: In this module we learn about common Karel programming errors and how to avoid them. | |
| Breakpoints: This module looks at how to use breakpoints when debugging Karel programs. | |
| Diagrams: This module looks at how to debug Karel programs with diagrams. | |
| Pseudocode: This module looks at how to debug Karel programs with pseudocode. | |
| Asking the Right Questions: This module wraps up the course by focusing on how to be a good facilitator in a computer science course by asking the right questions. | |
| Course Wrap-up: Congratulations of completing the Debugging in Karel the Dog PD course! In this module, you can complete the course survey, earn your course badge, and receive a certificate of completion for 5 professional development hours. |
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| Welcome!: In this module, we will introduce you to the course and to Tools and Resources for Teaching AP CSA | |
| The CodeHS AP CSA Hub: In this unit, you will be introduced to one of our most helpful resources for teaching AP CSA, The AP CSA Hub. | |
| Curricular Resources on CodeHS for AP CSA: This unit will introduce you to the curricular resources on CodeHS for Teaching AP CSA. You will explore the flavors of CodeHS AP CSA curriculum, the course syllabus and creating your sections on CodeHS. | |
| Resources for Helping Students Master Java: This unit introduces the resources available on CodeHS to help students master the Java programming language. These resources can be used to challenge the quick learner, support the struggling student, or just provide a means for accommodating different learning styles. The College Board Learning Resources are also explored in this unit. | |
| The AP Exam: In this unit, you will gain an understanding of the overall format of the AP CSA Exam along with an in depth look at the format of the Free Response Questions. Then, you will learn about ways to help students prepare for both the multiple choice questions and the FRQs of the AP CSA Exam. We will also share some tips and tricks for both teachers and students. | |
| The Labs: In this unit, we will explore both the CodeHS created labs and the College Board Labs available and how to use these labs to enhance learning Java. | |
| Course Wrap Up!: In this module, we will wrap up the course through a final reflection, workshop survey and certificate of completion. |
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| Start Here: This unit gives teachers an overview of what they will learn in the "Tools and Resources for Teaching AP CSP" course. | |
| Tools for Successfully Teaching AP CSP: In this unit, teachers will learn about the AP Computer Science principles curriculum framework and exam. They will take a closer look at the courses and resources offered by CodeHS for teaching AP CSP. | |
| Tools for EOC/MCQ Review: In this unit, teachers will take a closer look at the AP CSP end of course exam and the resources offered by CodeHS, including the AP Readers Question Bank, review materials, and APCSP Review Course. | |
| Tools for the Performance Task: In this unit, teachers will take a closer look at the AP Performance Task rubric and the resources offered on CodeHS, including practice projects and AP Classroom resources to help students succeed. | |
| Teaching a Blended Computer Science Class: In this unit, teachers will take a deep dive into remote and blended classroom strategies. | |
| Tools for Recruiting Students: This unit will empower teachers with tools to grow their Computer Science program, including tools for bringing APCSP to their school, recruiting students, and increasing access & equity in computer science education. | |
| Course Wrap-Up: This module wraps up the course with a survey, badge and certificate! |
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| Welcome to PBL with CodeHS: This module includes an overview of the Project-Based Learning Course and the course syllabus. You will also learn how to get help in your PD course, how to use the CodeHS Knowledge Base, and how to connect with other CodeHS educators. | |
| Preparing for Project-Based Learning: In this module, you will learn about some of the basics behind Project-Based Learning. You'll also discover strategies to prepare to use Project-Based Learning in your classroom. | |
| Planning Instruction for PBL: This module includes an overview of lesson planning for Project-Based Learning. You'll learn about CodeHS Lesson Plans, aligning content standards, and other instructional strategies. | |
| Managing a PBL Classroom: This module covers strategies to manage a Project-Based Learning classroom, including customizing the CodeHS LMS, communication & feedback tools and strategies, and CodeHS access control tools. | |
| Student Assessment in a PBL Classroom: This module includes strategies to assess learning in a Project-Based classroom. Lessons include assessing learning with grading and progress monitoring, and assessment strategies for Project-Based Learning. | |
| PBL Course Wrap-Up: The Course Wrap-Up module includes an end-of-course survey, a Project-Based Learning course completion badge, information about how to obtain a Certificate of Course Completion, and information about earning graduate credit. |
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| Welcome to Collaboration in Computer Science: In this module, we will introduce you to the course and to collaboration in the computer science classroom. | |
| What is Collaboration and Why Collaborate: In this unit, you will learn what collaboration in the computer science classroom looks like and why it is important to collaborate. | |
| Fostering a Collaborative Environment: In this module, we will take a look at how to foster a collaborative environment by creating plans and ground rules, mindful and intentional selection of partners, and providing incentives for collaborating. | |
| Collaboration Ideas and Techniques: In this module, we will explore some of the ideas and techniques for collaboration in the computer science classroom. We will look at whiteboarding, pair-programming, pop coding and coding relays, and storytelling through Code. We will also take a look at how unplugged collaboration can be used in the classroom. | |
| The CodeHS Tools and Resources for Collaboration: In this module, we will take a look at the CodeHS real time collaboration tool in the Sandbox and how to embed outside collaboration tools into your CodeHS course. | |
| Challenges to Collaborative Learning: In this module, we will take a look at some of the challenges that you may face while implementing collaborative learning. We will discus ways of overcoming these challenges. We will also introduce you to the cheat detection and prevention tools available through CodeHS. | |
| Course Wrap Up!: In this module, we will wrap up the course through a final reflection, workshop survey and certificate of completion. |
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| Welcome to How to Use CodeHS: In this module, you will be introduced to the How CodeHS works course. You will also learn how to get help in the PD course, use the CodeHS Knowledge Base, and connect with the CodeHS Community. | |
| Using the CodeHS IDE: In this module, you will learn about the structure of a CodeHS lesson and the basics of using the CodeHS online IDE. | |
| Course & Section Creation: In this module, you will learn about how to get started in the CodeHS LMS. You'll learn how to create and manage courses and sections, how to enroll students in your sections, and some basic customization techniques. | |
| Student Progress, Grading, and CodeHS Gradebook: In this module, you will learn about student progress monitoring tools, grading tools, and the CodeHS gradebook. | |
| Curricular Resources & Teacher Tools: In this module, you will learn about several CodeHS teacher tools and resources, including curricular resources, access controls, and communication & feedback tools. | |
| How CodeHS Works - Course Wrap-Up!: The Course Wrap-Up module includes an end-of-course survey, a How CodeHS Works course completion badge, information about how to obtain a Certificate of Course Completion, and information about earning graduate credit. |
| Unit | Description |
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| Start Here: This unit gives teachers an overview of what they will learn in the "Using the CodeHS IDE" course. | |
| Introduction to the CodeHS IDE: This unit gives teachers an overview of the features of the CodeHS IDE, including the CodeHS code editor and teaching and learning tools in the IDE. | |
| Debugging in the CodeHS IDE: This unit is designed to help teachers get started with the debugging resources in the CodeHS IDE. | |
| Real Time Collaboration & Sandbox: This unit is designed to introduce teachers to the Sandbox and give students a place to code open-ended, collaborative projects. | |
| Advanced Tips & Tricks in the IDE: This unit is designed to give teachers you an overview of the advanced features of the CodeHS IDE and different IDE settings by programming language. Teachers will learn how to utilize additional resources to streamline their work and student work. | |
| Course Wrap-Up: This module wraps up the course with a survey, badge and certificate! |
| Unit | Description |
|---|---|
| Welcome to the CodeHS FTCE Prep Course!: In this unit, you will learn about the course, how to be successful at completing the course and how to get help from the CodeHS team. | |
| Introduction to Programming in Java with Karel the Dog: Intro to Java with Karel the Dog. Learn the basics of java commands, control structures, and problem solving by solving puzzles with Karel. | |
| Basic Java: In this module, you will learn the basics of the Java programming language. This module covers printing, variables, types, as well as how to use the basic control structures in the Java language. | |
| Methods: In this module, you will learn how to define methods in their programs and use autograders to test if their methods are working correctly. | |
| Classes and Object-Oriented Programming: In this module, you will learn the basics of Object Oriented Programming in Java, which is a powerful programming paradigm. You learn how objects store data and interact with each other in Java programs. You will design and implement classes and extend classes using inheritance. | |
| Data Structures: In this module, you learn basic data structures in Java including arrays, ArrayLists, 2 dimensional arrays and HashMaps. Data structures will be used to design larger applications. | |
| Algorithms and Recursion: In this module, you are introduced to fundamental searching and sorting algorithms including sequential search, binary search, insertion sort, selection sort, and mergesort, as well as the important concept of recursion. | |
| Debugging in Java: Finding and fixing errors in programs is a fundamental skill for new and experienced programmers to develop. This module introduces debugging, the art and science of fixing broken programs. You'll learn techniques for finding common code errors and effective debugging strategies to share with students. | |
| What is Computing?: You will review a history of computing and learn about the various parts that make up modern computers. You'll also explore the impact computing has had on today's world, and consider the impacts computing could potentially have in the future. | |
| Digital Information: You will learn about the various ways we represent information digitally including number systems, encoding data, and creating pixel images. | |
| The Internet: Students explore the structure and design of the internet, and how this design affects the reliability of network communication, the security of data, and personal privacy. | |
| Software: In this unit, you will learn about and compare the different operating systems. You will also explore the different types of software and applications | |
| IT Infrastructure: In this unit, you will learn about the internal components of the computer, peripheral devices and network devices. You will then explore the different storage options. You will conclude this unit with learning about different network options and how networks communicate. | |
| Digital Citizenship & Cybersecurity: This unit includes topics on potential effects of our digital footprints and how to stay safe on the world wide web. Teachers will learn how to protect information from online risks, and how to find and cite quality resources online. | |
| Creative Development: In this unit, you will learn what the creative development process is and how it is used to develop programs. | |
| Student Collaboration and Assessment Strategies: In this unit, teachers incorporate collaborative programming best practices into their blended learning classroom to increase student collaboration with pair programming, student projects, ideation sessions, and white boarding. They also gain insight into assessing different types of problems, projects, and activities and how to provide constructive feedback to their students. | |
| Scratch™ Programming Environment: In this unit, you will be introduced to the difference between OOP and Procedural Programming. You will then learn about and explore the Scratch™ environment. | |
| Preparing for the Exam: This unit provides resources for studying and preparing for the FTCE exam. | |
| Final Task: In this unit, you will complete a course survey. | |
| Practice Tests: This unit provides additional resources to study for the Praxis exam. |
| Unit | Description |
|---|---|
| Welcome to GACE Prep and Intro: In this unit, you will learn about the course, how to be successful at completing the course and how to get help from the CodeHS team. | |
| Introduction to Programming in Java with Karel the Dog: Intro to Java with Karel the Dog. Learn the basics of java commands, control structures, and problem solving by solving puzzles with Karel. This is recommended as Summer Work for students entering AP CS A, or for students who are taking AP CS A as their first programming class. | |
| Basic Java: In this module, you will learn the basics of the Java programming language. This module covers printing, variables, types, as well as how to use the basic control structures in the Java language. | |
| Methods: In this module, you will learn how to define methods in their programs and use autograders to test if their methods are working correctly. | |
| Classes and Object-Oriented Programming: In this module, you will learn the basics of Object Oriented Programming in Java, which is a powerful programming paradigm. You learn how objects store data and interact with each other in Java programs. You will design and implement classes and extend classes using inheritance. | |
| Data Structures: In this module, you learn basic data structures in Java including arrays, ArrayLists, 2 dimensional arrays and HashMaps. Data structures will be used to design larger applications. | |
| Algorithms and Recursion: In this module, students are introduced to fundamental searching and sorting algorithms including sequential search, binary search, insertion sort, selection sort, and mergesort, as well as the important concept of recursion. | |
| What is Computing?: Students review a history of computing and learn about the various parts that make up modern computers. Students also explore the impact computing has had on today's world, and consider the impacts computing could potentially have in the future. | |
| Digital Information: You will learn about the various ways we represent information digitally including number systems, encoding data, and creating pixel images. | |
| The Internet: Students explore the structure and design of the internet, and how this design affects the reliability of network communication, the security of data, and personal privacy. | |
| Data: Students explore using computational tools to store massive amounts of data, manipulate and visualize data, find patterns in data, and pull conclusions from data. | |
| Intro to System Administration: In this unit, you will learn about and compare the different operating systems. You will also explore the different types of software and applications along with browser configuration. | |
| IT Infrastructure: In this unit, you will learn about the internal components of the computer, peripheral devices and network devices. You will then explore the different storage options. You will conclude this unit with learning about different network options and how networks communicate. | |
| Cybersecurity: In this unit, you will learn about cybersecurity and it's impact. You will learn about common security problems and how to protect information from online risks. You will also learn about digital certificates and licensing. | |
| Creative Development: In this unit, you will learn what the creative development process is and how it is used to develop programs. | |
| Student Collaboration and Assessment Strategies: In this unit, teachers incorporate collaborative programming best practices into their blended learning classroom to increase student collaboration with pair programming, student projects, ideation sessions, and white boarding. They also gain insight into assessing different types of problems, projects, and activities and how to provide constructive feedback to their students. | |
| Debugging in Java: Finding and fixing errors in programs is a fundamental skill for new and experienced programmers to develop. This module introduces debugging, the art and science of fixing broken programs. You'll learn techniques for finding common code errors and effective debugging strategies to share with students. | |
| Final Task: In this unit, you will complete a course survey. | |
| Preparing for the Exam: This unit provides resources for studying and preparing for the FTCE exam. | |
| Practice Tests: This unit provides additional resources to study for the Praxis exam. |
| Unit | Description |
|---|---|
| Welcome to the CodeHS Praxis Prep Course!: In this unit, you will learn about the course, how to be successful at completing the course and how to get help from the CodeHS team. | |
| Introduction to Programming in Java with Karel the Dog: Intro to Java with Karel the Dog. Learn the basics of java commands, control structures, and problem solving by solving puzzles with Karel. | |
| Basic Java: In this module, you will learn the basics of the Java programming language. This module covers printing, variables, types, as well as how to use the basic control structures in the Java language. | |
| Methods: In this module, you will learn how to define methods in their programs and use autograders to test if their methods are working correctly. | |
| Classes and Object-Oriented Programming: In this module, you will learn the basics of Object Oriented Programming in Java, which is a powerful programming paradigm. You learn how objects store data and interact with each other in Java programs. You will design and implement classes and extend classes using inheritance. | |
| Data Structures: In this module, you learn basic data structures in Java including arrays, ArrayLists, 2 dimensional arrays and HashMaps. Data structures will be used to design larger applications. | |
| Algorithms and Recursion: In this module, students are introduced to fundamental searching and sorting algorithms including sequential search, binary search, insertion sort, selection sort, and mergesort, as well as the important concept of recursion. | |
| What is Computing?: You will review a history of computing and learn about the various parts that make up modern computers. You'll also explore the impact computing has had on today's world, and consider the impacts computing could potentially have in the future. | |
| Digital Information: You will learn about the various ways we represent information digitally including number systems, encoding data, and creating pixel images. | |
| The Internet: Students explore the structure and design of the internet, and how this design affects the reliability of network communication, the security of data, and personal privacy. | |
| Data: Students explore using computational tools to store massive amounts of data, manipulate and visualize data, find patterns in data, and pull conclusions from data. | |
| Intro to System Administration: In this unit, you will learn about and compare the different operating systems. You will also explore the different types of software and applications along with browser configuration. | |
| IT Infrastructure: In this unit, you will learn about the internal components of the computer, peripheral devices and network devices. You will then explore the different storage options. You will conclude this unit with learning about different network options and how networks communicate. | |
| Cybersecurity: In this unit, you will learn about cybersecurity and it's impact. You will learn about common security problems and how to protect information from online risks. You will also learn about digital certificates and licensing. | |
| Creative Development: In this unit, you will learn what the creative development process is and how it is used to develop programs. | |
| Collaboration in Computer Science: Did you know the best programmers work in teams? Teachers incorporate collaborative programming best practices into their blended learning classroom to increase student collaboration with pair programming, student projects, ideation sessions, and white boarding. | |
| Debugging in Java: Finding and fixing errors in programs is a fundamental skill for new and experienced programmers to develop. This module introduces debugging, the art and science of fixing broken programs. You'll learn techniques for finding common code errors and effective debugging strategies to share with students. | |
| Practice Tests: This unit provides additional resources to study for the Praxis exam. | |
| Final Task: In this unit, you will complete a course survey. |
