Professional Learning Opportunities for Educators

Code Savvy offers monthly virtual PD sessions for educators who are interested in gaining new skills and resources related to CS Education. Each session spotlights a specific topic and participants walk away with a Code Savvy Lesson that they can immediately bring to students!

“These sessions are the perfect combination of learning a new tool and reflecting on how to implement in my classroom. I always look forward to the free lesson that is shared at the end of each session!”

MN Educator

Upcoming Professional Development

Check out our current professional development opportunities below.

INTRODUCTION TO SCRATCH IN THE K-12 CLASSROOM

This event is free to attend.

When: October 10th (6:00 – 7:30 PM CST)

Where: Virtual

What you will learn:

  • Create a Scratch account and navigate the platform. 
  • Build knowledge of beginner Scratch features through a series of activities. 
  • Build pedagogical skills and mindsets for incorporating computer science into the classroom.
  • Preview several Scratch lessons, that incorporate CS instructional strategies and opportunities for creative coding, equity and engagement.
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LEVERAGING AI TOOLS IN THE CLASSROOM

This event is free to attend.

When: November 14th (6:00 – 7:30 PM CST)

Where: Virtual

What you will learn:

  • Define Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs). 
  • Explore LLMs, like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini. 
  • Explain the strengths and weaknesses of AI and LLMs. 
  • Learn how to craft and refine prompts in LLMs to get desired and accurate results. 
  • Explore how to leverage LLMs to support you in your classroom.
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Back to school workshop (August 1st – september 30th)

CS Basics for K-5 Teachers

What you will learn:

  • Identify and explain fundamental K-5 grade CS  concepts such as algorithms, sequences, loops, and conditionals.
  • Demonstrate the application of these concepts and event-based programming.
  • Write code to solve puzzles.
  • Create a program!
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Back to school workshop (August 1st – september 30th)

AI 101

What you will learn:

  • Get introduced to AI and its impact on the role of educators. 
  • Build a foundational understanding of AI.
  • Learn how to use AI as an educator and bring AI to students in the classroom.
  • Learn how to ensure that educators and  students are using AI responsibly.
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Code.org CS Fundamentals

What is it? Join us for one-day workshops tailored for elementary educators at any level! These workshops are designed to equip you to teach with the CS Fundamentals curriculum.

Session Options:

  • Summer Workshops: Participate in a full-day professional development session this summer. Gain new teaching strategies, experience the curriculum hands-on as a learner, learn tips and tricks for navigating the curriculum, and become part of an activity community of CS Educators.
  • Private All-Staff Workshops: Provide comprehensive support for all your teachers with a group workshop help at your convenience. Our team can come directly to your school to deliver in-depth professional development covering all aspects o the CS Fundamentals curriculum.

Grades: K-5

Cost: Free

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