AP Computer Science A Bootcamp (No Java Experience Required)
12 weeks | 55 CPE credits
Online meetings and self-paced modules with on-demand support from a PD facilitator
$2,800 Professional Development and License Fee
Includes professional development, curriculum, year-round support, and platform access for unlimited CS A students. Qualifies for reimbursement by TEA.
In this bootcamp, new AP Computer Science A (CSA) teachers will learn how to create customized learning experiences for students through project-based instruction, leveraging blended learning strategies to ensure student success.
Prerequisite: Any educator from any content background scheduled to teach AP CSA is eligible for this bootcamp, no previous Java programming experience required.
Objectives
- Familiarize yourself with the comprehensive UTeach AP CSA teacher materials and curriculum, often from a student’s perspective
- Explore background computer science content in the context of course activities and projects
- Practice the collaborative, project-based, and blended learning instructional strategies necessary to teach the course successfully
- Master College Board requirements and expectations for AP® implementation
Support Elements
Individualized mentoring and on-demand support from dedicated teacher support specialists
Webinars and support videos providing just-in-time guidance throughout the year
Professional learning community to share resources, challenges, and successes
AP Computer Science A Workshop (Java Experience Required)
12 weeks | 30 CPE credits
Online meetings and self-paced modules with on-demand support from a PD facilitator
$1,800 Professional Development and License Fee
Includes professional development, curriculum, year-round support, and platform access for unlimited CS A students. Qualifies for reimbursement by TEA.
In this workshop, experienced AP Computer Science A (CSA) teachers will learn how to create customized learning experiences for students through project-based instruction, leveraging blended learning strategies to ensure student success.
Prerequisite: Any educator scheduled to teach AP CSA is eligible for this workshop, previous Java programming experience is required.
Objectives
- Familiarize yourself with the comprehensive UTeach AP CSA teacher materials and curriculum, often from a student’s perspective
- Explore background computer science content in the context of course activities and projects
- Practice the collaborative, project-based, and blended learning instructional strategies necessary to teach the course successfully
- Master College Board requirements and expectations for AP® implementation
Support Elements
Individualized mentoring and on-demand support from dedicated teacher support specialists
Webinars and support videos providing just-in-time guidance throughout the year
Professional learning community to share resources, challenges, and successes
Blended Learning Courses
Foundations of Blended Learning
Advanced Blended Learning
Personalized Blended Learning
Blended Learning Coaching and Collaboration
Designing Project-Based Instruction and Blended Learning
Implementing Project-Based Instruction and Blended Learning
AP Computer Science Principles
AP Computer Science A
Foundations of Cybersecurity
Teaching Algebra 1 Using Blended Learning
Introduction to Data-Driven Instruction
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Blended Learning Classrooms
Mastering the New Science TEKS
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