View Seminar: Intro to Scratch/Pyonkee-Math (Video Game Focus)
| Seminar Name | Intro to Scratch/Pyonkee-Math (Video Game Focus) |
|---|---|
| Seminar Brochure | Not set |
| External Seminar Brochure | Not set |
| Seminar 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. |
| Seminar 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. |
| Seminar Date | 12/12/2023 |
| Opening Time | 8:30 am |
| Closing Time | 2:30 pm |
| Last Day To Register | 12/11/2023 [ Note: After this date, participation changes can be requested by e-mailing Laurie Sledge ] |
| Twin Seminar | Not set |
| Seminar Audience | Not set |
| Seminar Prerequisites | Not set |
| Seminar Topics, Concepts & Resources | Not set |
| Seminar Broadcast Notes | Not set |
| Seminar 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." |
| Work Summary | Not set |
| Assessment of Learning | Evaluations will be given to assess learning.
Complete the video game is the assessment. |
| Evaluation Summary Notes | Not set |
| Needed Changes | Not set |
| Next Steps | Not set |
| Online Course Type | Not set |
| Site | CA BOCES - Southern Tier West |
| Location | Large Room and DL Room |
| Site Status | Regional |
| Day Number | 2 of 3 |
| Duration | 6 Hours |
| Rolling Online Course | No |
| Moodle Online Course | Not set |
| Seminar Status | Cancelled |
| Workshop | Intro to Scratch/Pyonkee-Math |
| Day Number | 2 |
| Total Workshop Days | 3 |
| Starting Registration | 8:00 am |
| Credit Hours | 5.50 Per Day |
| CTLE Eligible | Yes |
| Social Worker Continuing Ed | No |
| Course Type | Not set |
| Online Course Instructions | Not set |
| Online Course Url | Not set |
| Online Course Pass Code | Not set |
| Provider | 517 - Model Schools |
| Category | 517 - Model Schools |
| Alt Fee Per Participant | Not set |
| Public Notes | Not set |
| Cancelled Date | 12/08/2023 |
| Added By | Tim Clarke |
| Seminar Id | 8471 |
CTLE Activities
- Pedagogy
Facilitators
- Robert Griffith Cancelled
- Rick Weinberg Cancelled
Districts That Can Send Participants
- Allegany-Limestone Central School
- Andover Central School
- Belfast Central School
- Bolivar-Richburg Central School
- Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School
- Cuba-Rushford Central School
- Ellicottville Central School
- Fillmore Central School
- Franklinville Central School
- Friendship Central School
- Genesee Valley Central School
- Hinsdale Central School
- Olean City Schools
- Pioneer Central School
- Portville Central School
- Randolph Academy
- Randolph Central School
- Salamanca City Schools
- Scio Central School
- Wellsville Central School
- West Valley Central School
- Whitesville Central School
- CA-BOCES Admin
- CA-BOCES CTE
- CA-BOCES ISS
- CA-BOCES IT
- CA-BOCES Exceptional Education
- CA Teacher Center
First Day of Seminar Series
Learning Standards
- 3 Instructional Practice