Setting Up for Computer Science Success
Staff Development Guide
Training Situation: Meeting (small group)
Length: 40 minutes
Objective: Participants will discuss ways to set up a space to be more effective for computer science activities.
Agenda
- Introduction and welcome – 2 minutes
- See the skill in action – 10 minutes
- Hands-on learning – 15 minutes
- Discussion – 10 minutes
- Conclusion – 3 minutes
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DownloadVideo-Based Learning Module
As you watch the skill video below, think about these questions:
- How does the facilitator set up his space for computer science learning?
- How does Pete arrange his space so that he can listen to what the youth have to say?
- Why does Pete think it is important to approach the classroom as a flexible space?
Now that you’ve watched the video, reflect on what you saw.
- How can you arrange your space to enhance learning?
- Can you use different parts of your space for different parts of the activity?
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