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Supporting K12 educators teaching computer science! For announcements and more, follow our main account: @codeorg

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@TeachCode
TeachCode
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Do you want a set of robots or physical computing kits to use with your students? Our generous partners are donating sets to over 100 classrooms! Sign up for the #HourOfCode to participate πŸ’»βž‘οΈ . (Classrooms are selected by @codeorg , US Only)
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. @Codeorg courses are now integrated with Google Classroom for a seamless new school year! @GoogleForEdu
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β€œWe don’t teach computer science with the belief that everyone will be a computer scientist. We teach it because it is increasingly a skill we need to operate in and understand the world around us.” πŸ™Œ
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Another #TeacherCon in the books & a HUGE shout out to the amazing educators passionate about CS education. Thanks for everything you do!
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"Every dollar devoted to computer science education should be spent on professional development for teachers" @hadip
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A great unplugged activity to teach kids how computers are really "stupid" and need very specific instructions.
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Today's the day! Applications are now open for @codeorg 's 2018-19 Professional Learning program. If you're a middle or high school teacher and interested in bringing computer science to your students, learn more and apply now!
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6 years
Wow! Every member of the @codeorg staff got a personalized nameplate as a "thank you" gift from Canadian organization Creatkidity! Thanks for these thoughtful gifts. We couldn't do this work without all the dedicated partners, donors, teachers and volunteers! ❀️
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"The most damaging phrase in the language is: 'It's always been done that way.'" Happy Birthday, Admiral Grace Hopper - one of the most important computer scientists ever and the reason we celebrate @CSEdWeek in December.
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Get creative for #hourofcode - animate student names with this @Codecademy tutorial!
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6 years
Save the Date for CSEdWeek 2018! This year's kickoff will be Dec. 3 in Seattle with a very special guest. If you haven't, plan ahead and submit a pledge to expand access to computer science in your school, district, community or country using the link πŸ‘‰
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Combine Language Arts with an #HourofCode ! These tutorials teach computer science with LA themes #CSforAll
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6 years
Kicking off the March summit for CS Fundamentals Facilitators!! #LeadCode
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6 years
A look at updates we've made across from May - July. Some highlights: 1⃣: A revamped "view progress" tab that makes it easier to see classroom progress 2⃣: 2018 versions of Courses A-F 3⃣: A brand new activity, Sprite Labs!
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6 years
Attention teachers! We're looking for CS Discoveries and CS Principles teachers from across the country to participate in a support and feedback community this fall. Help us shape the future of computer science education!
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7 years
Check out our new video series, How Computers Work, starring @BillGates , @natbro , @mayli , @adafruit , @Maddy_Maxey , @LathCarlson , @dapplestone , and others. Thanks @khanacademy and @AlaskaAir for your partnership to help students of all ages learn!
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Students on @codeorg can finally share their creations to their phones even without entering a US phone number, simply by scanning a QR code. This now enables send-to-phone outside the US, and avoids texting charges. πŸ€“
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Do you know a passionate educator who would make an amazing CS teacher? Now you can recognize their impact! We're offering full-ride scholarships for eligible teachers to attend our professional learning workshops. Nominate someone here! ⬇️
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Everyone can #ThinkLikeACoder ! This new interactive video series from @TED_ED allows students to solve puzzles with the characters and learn crucial CS concepts along the way. Check out the first episode! ⬇️
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NEW VIDEO: It's here! Ep. 1 of our new series #ThinkLikeACoder ! Ethic awakes in a prison cell. Step 1: Escape. Can you help her and the robot Hedge solve the puzzles to break free? Coders and code-curious are welcome because coding is for everyone!
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6 years
Due to extremely high traffic volume, we have stopped saving progress for CS Fundamentals and #HourOfCode Activities. Students can still complete their #HourOfCode activities - but their code will not be saved. We apologize for the inconvenience!
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Hey teachers, did you know almost half the teachers in our Professional Learning program have zero prior experience teaching computer science? Don't be intimidated! Applications for our 2019-20 PL program are open now:
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And it's a go - starting off #TeacherCon Houston by getting to know our awesome Regional Partners and Facilitators!
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Happy #WorldTeachersDay to all the amazing computer science teachers in our community! You have the most important job in the world, and none of this would be possible without your hard work, dedication and passion β€οΈπŸŽ‰πŸ–₯οΈπŸ™ŒπŸ†πŸ’ͺ #TeachersTransformLives
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How can we increase diversity in computer science classrooms? A few hundred CS teachers gathered to answer that question and discuss strategies to make CS welcoming for all at #CSTA2018 ! @ymthomas compiled this list of resources to help ➑️ @csteachersorg
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What a fun Friday project! We love this β€οΈπŸ’™πŸ’›πŸ’š
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It's the end of the quarter. What a great time to have fun while using our problem-solving skills. Rubik's Cube Mosaic - collaboration, team building, problem-solving and a few cool pictures. @SchooMiddle @codeorg #LetsSchoo #LPSCompsci
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We're thrilled to see the crowd at #TeacherCon Atlanta! And with regional partner workshops happening all around the country this summer, we're expecting more than 4000 new middle and high school computer science teachers this fall!
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500 teachers β†’ 25,000 students. Very excited to be kicking off #Teachercon !
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It's August! Plan for fall w/ fun hands-on tools that teach encryption, compression, more!
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Attention Code Studio teachers: we're saving student progress on Code Studio again. Thank you all for your patience last week! :-)
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Teachers! Have you hosted an especially creative, unconventional or quirky #HourOfCode ? How did you keep your Hour of Code fresh, fun and exciting? Reply and let us know or email us at stories @code .org. We may feature some of your stories and tips in an upcoming blog post! πŸ’»β€
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We are lucky to call these amazing facilitators family. Go forth and #LeadCode ! #CSforAll
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ICYMI- these 200 educators just rocked #TeacherCon . We're so excited for you all to start teaching AP CS Principles!
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It may only be July, but we can't wait for Computer Science Education Week! Help us kick off @CSEdWeek 2018 and submit your pledges and announcements on how you plan to broaden participation in computer science in 2019!
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This year's #HourOfCode theme is #CSforGood ! Teachers: if you have a student or even an entire classroom that takes this theme to heart and creates a solution for a problem (big or small!) using CS, tell us! πŸ“§ Email us at stories @code .org
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Pssst. The 1st new activities for #HourOfCode are here! Find the best one for your class w/ new activity filters!
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Try pair programmingβ€”now you can track progress of students working in teams! #CSforAll
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The #HourOfCode is coming during #CSEdWeek Dec 5-11! Sign up is open for events & classrooms
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Over 50% increase in AP CS Principles exam takers propels overall AP CS growth! And the 2000 teachers expected at CS Principles workshops this summer will give even more students the opportunity!
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Do you work with students who have disabilities? Do you have ideas on how we can make better and more usable for them? Let us know by filling out this survey! You can expect to hear from us via email around the end of September.
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Catch us (and 500 amazing educators) in Philly this week for our final #TeacherCon of the year!
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A HUGE thank you to all the teachers, administrators, support staff and advocates who make this movement for computer science possible. You're making changes happen that effect millions of students! This is the impact of your work: #TeacherAppreciationWeek
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Are you interested in training the next generation of computer science teachers? Learn more about being a @codeorg facilitator and apply! Applications close Jan. 31:
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Need an activity for pre-readers? Try Snoopy Snow Brawl by @codesparkapp ! Designed to be collaborative, kid coders can engage in silly battles with friends.
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How would you describe #ProgrammingIn6Words ? Here's ours: Imagine, design, code, test, debug, share! ❀️️
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Baker - mastermind behind our CS Principles course, and occasional Russian nesting doll of @codeorg swag ()
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Astronomy & robotics?! Stellar, @carriewillis18 ! #HourofCode is for all ages, levels & subjects! See for yourself:
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Carrie Willis πŸ’™πŸ€–πŸ’»πŸ“±
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Pre-K coding their @ozobot to the trace a constellation. βœ¨πŸ€– #OzoNation #HourOfCode #PKcancode #CSforAll
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We want to say THANK YOU to every teacher, student, volunteer, advocate, and parent who participated in #HourOfCode . We're honored to work w/ you to ensure every student in every classroom has the opportunity to explore, play, and create w/ computer science. See you next year! ❀️
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We're celebrating the 2018 Computer Science Education Week ( @csedweek ) with @csteachersorg by presenting the 2nd annual Champions of Computer Science Awards! πŸ† Make your nominations by Nov. 2!
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Coming soon to Code Studio "turn" blocksβ€”Ss will be able to use the Protractor Tool to help choose the correct angle! β†—οΈβ†˜οΈβ†™οΈβ†–οΈ #CSforAll
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Looking to bring CS to your school? Download this free toolkit for ways to boost recruitment and diversity in computer science classes! ⬇️
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Are you an educator interested in teaching computer science but aren't sure where to start? Tune in Thursday (2/15 at 4:00 pm PT) for a video chat with @codeorg founder @hadip & education program manager Brook Osborne and get all your questions answered!
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Are you an educator passionate about computer science? Bring your experience to the Dept of ED and help more schools get the grants they need to teach computer science!
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"I'm taking the #APCSP exam because... coding is not just about 0s and 1s, coding is about impacting humanity." πŸ™Œ
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Briana Berger
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I’m taking the #APCSP exam because… @codeorg @APforStudents #APCSP
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Teachers from any background and ANY experience level can become amazing computer science teachers. It's never too late to start teaching CS! Apply to attend a @codeorg Professional Learning workshop in your area to bring CS to your classroom ➑️
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The percentage of Black, Hispanic/Latino, and female students grew faster than all other groups in AP Computer Science. Congrats to teachers for record diversity results!
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This year's #HourOfCode is all about creativity! Never hosted one before? No problem! Take a look at these tips from the pros:
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TONS of new updates to the @codeorg site as we prepare for the #HourOfCode ! Check them all out!
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We're having so much fun with #HourOfCode Dance Party, and we hope you are too! What is everyone's favorite Dance Party character? πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί
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We are so excited for next week's special guest! 🀩If you or your students have a question for Bill, film a selfie video asking your question and post it using the hashtag, #CodeBreak . Then tune in Wednesday 4/22 to see if he answers!
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We have a VERY special guest for next week’s #CodeBreak episode: the legendary @BillGates ! Join us for your weekly dose of inspiration, community, and computer science. You do NOT want to miss this one!
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For #HourOfCode activities for pre-readers, check out CodeMonkey Jr.: Pre-coding for Preschoolers (from @codemonkeystu ) and PBS KIDS Scratch Jr. (from @PBSKIDS / @ScratchJr ) There are 100+ new activities this year across all grade levels! Learn more ➑️
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High school teachers: Do you think @Codeorg should offer AP CSA? πŸ€” We'd love to get your feedback in this short survey! ➑️
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We've made a few updates to our privacy controls: teachers can now manage exactly which students can or cannot share App Lab, Game Lab, and Web Lab projects. Read more!
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And we're off for our first Teacher Con! Where are we heading? Houston!
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Q: What makes you excited about coding? A: "...it is a win-win because you play games but you get to learn at the same time." #HourofCode
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Sarah Ramsey
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First entries into our coding journals... proud teacher! #DublinHOC #HourofCode #CSforall #CSEdWeek #wegrowthinkers
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. @Codeorg has partnered with @clever to integrate course rosters and make this new school year a breeze!
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We love seeing what students create in our App Lab! Take a look at this amazing student-made piano game and play it or make your own app here 🎹:
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Applications are still open for our Professional Learning programs! If you're a K-12 teacher who wants to bring computer science to your classroom, apply now and then share with fellow teachers:
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We're so excited to provide education leaders with the CS Professional Development Guide we created with @MicrosoftEDU ! Start 2019 prepared to teach CS in your classroom. Download the guide here:
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Another #HourOfCode is coming to a close, but the learning doesn't have to stop! If you loved doing an Hour of Code with your students and want to start teaching CS in the classroom, learn more about our Professional Learning workshops! ⬇️
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Almost 200 governments, school districts, and nonprofits pledge to expand access and diversity in computer science, reaching millions of students. #HourOfCode #CSforAll #CSforKids
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Thanks @katyperry for inspiring kids all around the world to try new adventures and opening up the door to new possibilities!!
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KATY PERRY
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πŸŽ‡πŸŽ† "Firework" πŸŽ‡πŸŽ† is coming to full sparkle, helping kids learn to code! ❀️ that @codeorg is helping promote diversity in computer science by bringing music into the classroom. Show me the dance party you create for #HourOfCode ! Let’s get to tappin yeah? πŸ˜œπŸ’ƒπŸ»
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One down, two to go! We're in Phoenix this week with 500 educators for #TeacherCon round 2!
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You can create with code in every field, including fashion. Learn how Maddy Maxey codes smart fabric @LoomiaCo
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Thank you to our partners @Ozobot , @littleBits , @TeamKano , @Thimbleio , Giggle Bot and @codewithroot ! πŸ€–
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With a bit of practice, and a lot of persistence, anyone can learn! Keep up the great work, @LJCD_Innovation and have a happy #HourofCode !
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4th Graders discovering that it's difficult to teach Seniors. #HourofCode #CSEdWeek
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The new Moana tutorial has boats, coconut-clad warriors, & pirate projectiles. Do it for the #HourOfCode ! #CSforAll
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200 educators at #TeacherCon will use writing in CS classrooms in a way it hasn't been done before.
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If you’re a highschool teacher interested in teaching a class on data science, see the new @Bootstrapworld course.
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Today is the LAST DAY to apply for the @codeorg Facilitator Development Program. As a facilitator, you'll do the vital work of preparing the next generation of CS teachers. There's still time to apply!
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Grow your skills as a teacher with @codeorg 's Professional Learning Program for middle and high school teachers. Apply today!
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Just launched: the NEW Minecraft #HourOfCode Designer! Code your own rules-make sheep drop gold and zombies flee!
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Our Computer Science Principles course could *double* the number of underrepresented minorities who take AP computer science.
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Another 180 teachers trained to teach AP CSP at SLC #TeacherCon . THANK YOU to these rock star educators! #CSforAll
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More than 100,000 teachers have been prepared to teach computer science through our Professional Development workshops. You can teach computer science too! Apply to attend one of our K-12 workshops, with scholarships available in many areas ➑️
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Show your favorite teacher some love on Valentine's Day by nominating them for a scholarship! Thanks to our donors, eligible teachers of all grades and backgrounds can receive full scholarships to our Professional Learning programs. Nominate here: πŸ’–πŸ’–
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Thank you to @Google and the Blockly platform for helping us bring computer science to millions of students worldwide. Join us and try an #HourOfCode this #CSEdWeek ! Full video here:
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Here's how middle and high school students can learn about data with App Lab. #CSforAll
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Perfect for an #HourOfCode with elementary school students, Switch & Glitch by @TeacherGaming lets you play the hero! Program cute robots to save the day. The galaxy needs you to learn programming, loops, and debugging!
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Classrooms, please share video of your #HourOfCode Dance Party . AND TAG THE ARTIST! If your video is awesome, you may get a retweet! We want posts featuring these artists: @KatyPerry @KeithUrban @Madonna @Ciara @JBalvin @LadyGaga @ImagineDragons @Sia
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β€œStudents improve on algebraic word problems after completing the module.” Great results for @Bootstrapworld for teaching math using coding and computer science!
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For #TeacherAppreciationWeek , we're celebrating all teachers working hard to educate their students from home. Tell us your #QuaranTeach stories, strategies and adventures by answering each day's question! πŸ–₯️❀️
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