Computer Science Comes Alive: Code.org

Date:	Tues., June 5
Location:	NWOET Lab
Time:	9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cost:	FREE – Get a 5-hr. Prof. Dev. Contact Hr. Certificate for NO CHARGE!
Hours:	5 Contact Hours

Code.org® is a non-profit dedicated to expanding access to computer science, and increasing participation by women and underrepresented minorities so every student in every school has the opportunity to learn computer science, just like biology, chemistry or algebra. Code.org organizes the annual Hour of Code campaign which has engaged 10% of all students in the world, and provides the leading curriculum for K-12 computer science in school districts in the United States. Register at https://studio.code.org/pd/workshops/3301/enroll. We must have 15 registered to hold this event!

AWESOME Resources from INFOhio

Date:	PICK ONE Monday date! June 18, July 9 or August 6
Location:	NWOET Lab
Time:	9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cost:	FREE!
Hours:	Get 5-hr. Professional Development Contact Certificate for NO CHARGE!

Just in case you are new to this terrific online resource, here’s a brief introduction. INFOhio is a digital library that offers a variety of content and services – most at no charge – to Ohio’s 1.9 million PreK-12 students, their parents, and their teachers. INFOhio transforms student learning by providing equitable access to quality resources and cost-effective instructional and technical support for each student, educator, and parent in Ohio. If you need a review of the resources available are a newbie to INFOhio, this training is for you!

Building Your Tech Toolbox

Choose to attend one, two, or three days of this face-to-face training series, offered two times this summer!

Attend all three days of the series for one semester hour credit or to earn two semester hours credit, also complete a related project. Receive a 5-Contact Hour Certificate for each day attended. Receive a 15-Contact Hour Certificate for 3 days attended

Dates:	June 12, 14, & 15 (Tues., Thurs., & Fri.) or July 16, 17, & 18 (Mon., Tues., & Wed.)
Location:	NWOET Lab
Time:	9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Hours:	Contact hour certificates also available for five to fifteen hours.
Graduate credit option:	$499 - 1 sem. hr. graduate credit $649 - 2 sem. hrs. graduate credit*
Daily rate:	NWOET Comp. Member: $129 NWOET Basic Members: $159 Non-Members: $259
SPECIAL 3-day Rate:	NWOET Comp. Member: $299 NWOET Basic Members: $399 Non-Members: $699

DAY 1: FOCUS ON STEM

Makey Makey: Become A Digital Inventor

Receive a Makey Makey digital controller starter kit to take home! Discover how digital controllers and computer programming impact almost every aspect of our lives, and then experience invention in this 5-hour hands-on workshop. The training includes an introduction to using the “Scratch” programming language. Want to do more? Continue learning in our ‘Coding with Scratch’ workshop in the afternoon. No previous experience needed, designed for teachers grades 3-12. PRICE of training INCLUDES MAKEY MAKEY STARTER KIT, TOO!

Coding with Scratch

Code your first program in just 15 minutes, using the SCRATCH language. Then see how you can set up a coding class or club even with no previous coding experience. In this hands-on session you will also explore ways to introduce coding to students, and learn what types of coding are being taught in K-12 and college from an instructor who has taught 5 different coding languages. We’ll allow time for your questions about where coding fits into YOUR curriculum – and your students’ future.

DAY 2: G SUITE PLUS ALL THINGS GOOGLE

Starting with G Suite plus all thing Google

This hands-on training will give you everything you need to know to use these powerful FREE tools from Google – Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms, and more. You’ll learn how the use of extensions and add-ons that will add to the functionality of the Chrome browser plus some useful tips and tricks for using Chromebooks and other mobile devices with students. The day will end exploring Google Classroom including how to integrate FREE online resources from sites like PBS Learning Media and INFOhio into assignments.

DAY 3: GAMIFICATION AND MORE

Gamification 101: It’s More Than Just Fun & Games

Learn how ‘video games’ are transformed into powerful learning strategies through “gamification”, and how this might impact your classroom now, and in the future. We will work through different aspects of gamification to transform your classroom.

Video Games & Play in the Classroom Using Google Tools

Engaging in play is essential to our social, emotional, physical and psychological development. Normally we despise the idea of playing games in our classroom due to the negative connotation of video games and play. Come learn how to put together the pieces of a video gaming/play curriculum for your classroom using G Suite tools.

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Registration must be received 2 weeks prior to the first class unless noted otherwise. MUST HAVE MINIMUM ENROLLMENT of 6 FOR TRAINING TO BE HELD. DECISION TO HOLD TRAINING MADE TWO WEEKS IN ADVANCE OF TRAINING DATE.
Cancellation Policy: There is no charge if your registration cancellation is received at least 2 weeks prior to start of class. Graduate course fee refunds follow the university policy. Unless noted, trainings will be held at NWOET, 245 Troup Ave., Bowling Green. Call 800-966-9638 for more information.
All fees are payable to NWOET by check, major credit card, cash, or district purchase order at time of registration. Professional development option/no credit desired: PD Certificate is available for all trainings on request at no additional charge.
*Graduate credit is available for an additional cost - call for more information.

Last updated: 05/11/2018