These upcoming virtual workshops are designed to engage out-of-school time educators in discussion and learning from one another and experts in our field. Workshops are about 90 minutes and provide opportunities to
- Learn strategies you can apply right away
- Engage in meaningful discussions with colleagues from across the country
- Stay connected to new research and experts in the field
Workshops are delivered via Zoom. After you register, you’ll receive any handouts or supplies you will need during the workshop. Join us for these fun, hands-on learning experiences.
February 21, 2023 at 10:30 AM CT – Connecting Computational Thinking and the Engineering Mindset
Out-of-school programs have the capacity to encourage youth to engage in computational thinking and practices that support an engineering mindset. This virtual workshop explores how the practices that support computational thinking intersect and support the practices for developing an engineering mindset, and how both provide problem-solving strategies that help prepare youth for their future.