View Seminar: Intro to Scratch/Pyonkee-Math (Video Game Focus)

Seminar NameIntro to Scratch/Pyonkee-Math (Video Game Focus)
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Seminar Short DescLearning 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 DescLearning 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 Date12/12/2023
Opening Time8:30 am
Closing Time2:30 pm
Last Day To Register12/11/2023      [ Note: After this date, participation changes can be requested by e-mailing Laurie Sledge ]
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Seminar ObjectivesTeachers will create their own video games.
Teachers will learn how to teach some computer science terms like "Function," "Looping" and "If/Then statements."
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Assessment of LearningEvaluations will be given to assess learning.
Complete the video game is the assessment.
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SiteCA BOCES - Southern Tier West
LocationLarge Room and DL Room
Site StatusRegional
Day Number2 of 3
Duration6 Hours
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Seminar StatusCancelled
WorkshopIntro to Scratch/Pyonkee-Math
Day Number2
Total Workshop Days3
Starting Registration8:00 am
Credit Hours5.50 Per Day
CTLE EligibleYes
Social Worker Continuing EdNo
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Provider517 - Model Schools
Category517 - Model Schools
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Cancelled Date12/08/2023
Added ByTim Clarke
Seminar Id8471

CTLE Activities

  • Pedagogy

Facilitators

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

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Learning Standards

  • 3 Instructional Practice