View Workshop: Intro to Scratch/Pyonkee-Math
| Workshop Name | Intro to Scratch/Pyonkee-Math |
|---|---|
| Workshop Brochure | Not set |
| External Workshop Brochure | Not set |
| Workshop Short Desc | Learning to code in programs such as Scratch and Pyonkee can offer several advantages to children. First, it develops problem-solving skills as coding requires a logical and systematic approach to solving complex problems. Additionally, it boosts creativity by providing an avenue for children to express themselves in innovative ways through creating animations, games, and other interactive projects. Moreover, it enhances digital literacy by improving children's understanding of technology. |
| Workshop Code | Not set |
| School Year | 2023-2024 |
| Rolling Online Course | No |
| Moodle Online Course | Not set |
| Frequency | Not set |
| Online Course Type | Not set |
| Site | Not set |
| Location | Not set |
| Category | 517 - Model Schools |
| Subcategory | Curric: Effective Use of Technology |
| Provider | 517 - Model Schools |
| Location | Not set |
| Evaluation Form | Not set |
| Duration | 6 Hours |
| Level | SED CODES 1,2,3,4 |
| Total Workshop Days | 1.0 |
| Credit Hours | 5.50 |
| Days To Bill | 1.0 |
| Participants Must Attend All Days | No |
| District Always Pays Participant Fee | Yes |
| Participant Approval Needed | No |
| Scoring Exams | No |
| Assigned Seating | No |
| Assigned Seating By Table | No |
| Limit One District Per Table | No |
| Rep Reg Days Before Scoring | Not set |
| Workshop Full Desc | Learning to code in programs such as Scratch and Pyonkee can offer several advantages to children. First, it develops problem-solving skills as coding requires a logical and systematic approach to solving complex problems. Additionally, it boosts creativity by providing an avenue for children to express themselves in innovative ways through creating animations, games, and other interactive projects. Moreover, it enhances digital literacy by improving children's understanding of how technology works and how it can be utilized to solve real-world issues.
Furthermore, teaching children to code prepares them for future jobs, as the demand for skilled programmers is growing, and this trend is likely to continue. Lastly, coding with programs like Scratch and Pyonkee encourages collaboration, which can foster social skills and teach children how to work as part of a team. Overall, introducing children to coding in programs like Scratch and Pyonkee can provide numerous benefits that go beyond coding and equip them with valuable skills for the future. |
| Workshop Audience | Not set |
| Workshop Prerequisites | Not set |
| Workshop Objectives | Teachers will create their own video games.
Teachers will learn how to teach some computer science terms like "Function," "Looping" and "If/Then statements." |
| Assessment of Learning | Evaluations will be given to assess learning.
Complete the video game is the assessment. |
| Workshop Topics, Concepts & Resources | Not set |
| Workshop Broadcast Notes | Not set |
| Submitted For Approval | 06/22/2023 |
| Approved | 06/09/2023 |
| Online Course Instructions | Not set |
| Online Course Url | Not set |
| Online Course Pass Code | Not set |
| CTLE Eligible | Yes |
| Social Worker Continuing Ed | No |
| Course Type | Not set |
| Alt Fee Per Participant | Not set |
| Public Notes | Not set |
| Workshop Id | 2410 |
| Added By | Rick Weinberg |
| Boces | Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES |
| Archived Date | Not set |
| Entry Date | 04/04/2023 11:38:46 |
| Last Modified Date | 06/22/2023 14:24:14 |
CTLE Activities
- Pedagogy
Seminars
- 01/16/2024 Intro to Scratch/Pyonkee-Math (Narrative Focus)
- 12/12/2023 Intro to Scratch/Pyonkee-Math (Video Game Focus)
- 10/24/2023 Intro to Scratch/Pyonkee-Math (Math Focus)
Learning Standards
- 3 Instructional Practice