Lesson Planning
Ready to start integrating computer science in your out-of-school program? Great! Start here for ideas on how to build on your strengths and teach computer science.
How We Teach in 4-H
Learn how experiential learning and the Thriving Model are used together to enhance learning in 4-H.
Learning Together
Strategies to help you prepare to teach in out-of-school-time programs.
Make It Active
Review strategies to get youth actively doing STEM in order to add more active learning opportunities to their program.
Any Student can be Inspired by the Possibilities of Computer Science
Watch a video to learn how youth can be inspired by the possibilities of computer science.
Learning Through Group Projects
Watch youth development professionals use control of the materials and space to allow youth to take charge of the learning.
Organization that Supports Group Management
Management is about supporting learning; control is about making sure youth are doing what you want. Learn how to manage, not control, the experience.
Planning Computer Science Experiences
Reflect on the computer science experiences you have led and learn to better prepare and manage CS learning.
Getting Real
Set your own goal to help youth learn to see themselves as someone who does computer science.
Setting Up for Computer Science Success
Learn how to arrange learning spaces for computer science activities and the unique challenges of using technology in OST programming.
Want to dive deeper into educational program planning?
Jump into the program director area for ideas about staff development and community partnerships.
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