Tinkering
Learn how tinkering is important to learning in computer science and prepare to engage youth in directing their learning.
Learning Activity, Training Guide, Understanding Computer Science
Identify Connections to Prior Knowledge
Participants will watch the Presenting a Challenge Video-Based Learning Module and complete the Bridges worksheet to better connect everyday experiences to STEM.
STEM, Training Guide, Video
Seeing Patterns
Learn how to help youth reflect and process experiences with patterns and trends in data to assist them in computational thinking.
Learning Activity, Training Guide
Teens Lead in 4-H Computer Science
4-H experiences help teens develop a wide variety of interests and skills, including leadership. These teen leaders use their skills to lead computer science experiences and build meaningful relationships and help young people see themselves as computer scientists.
Creating CS Learning Environments, Understanding Computer Science, Video
Opportunities for Youth to Direct and Manage Their Own Learning
Youth begin to identify with STEM when they have a voice in the learning process.
Creating CS Learning Environments, Video
Role Playing Conversations About Computer Science Careers
Practice using conversation prompts in order to talk to youth about careers in computer science.