Computer Science and Coding Research Project for STEM and Sub Plans
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"Why do we need to learn this?" Help your computer science students answer this question and more with this STEM research project. Your students will use video and text resources to research why they should learn to code. Then they will create and justify a claim about whether all students should be required to learn the basics of computer science before graduating high school.
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The lesson begins with students gathering evidence from a video and an article. The sources introduce students to the Computer Science for All initiative. Then students will identify the claims on both sides of the argument and describe the evidence and reasons that support each claim. This information is compiled in an easy-to-use graphic organizer. Finally, students create their own claims, outline their ideas, and produce an essay to justify their position.
This multi-day lesson is a great addition to any ELA, STEM, or technology class. The assignments help students meet Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) writing requirements.
Grab this resource today to get back your nights and weekends while knowing your students will be developing their research and writing skills and learning about the importance of computer science!
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What’s included in the learn to code research project?
- Detailed teacher notes for easy facilitation
- Student assignment pages with a video guide, annotation key, and graphic organizers
- Printable PDF, Google, and Easel versions of the student assignment
- Embedded links to quality background research video clips and an article
- Easy-to-use grading rubric and answer key
- Suggestions for differentiation
Materials needed:
- A printed or digital copy of the student assignment
- A copy of the background research article or devices to read on
- A computer with internet access and projector to display the video
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What are other teachers saying about the STEM research project?
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“These resources are really informative and tie in great ELA skills into STEM. These work well as extended sub plans or as alternative assignments if I had students who lost hands-on STEM project privileges.” - Megan B.
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“Well-organized and easy to implement. Thanks!” -Brayden U.
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How can the computer science research project be used in your classroom?
- Inspire your students to learn to code
- Use as a low-prep STEM sub plan
- Practice scientific reading and writing
- Develop student research skills
- Introduce real-world STEM careers
- Incorporate cross-curricular learning in your STEM or ELA classroom
- Develop 21st century communication and critical thinking skills
- Assign as an extra credit or extension activity
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