Game-Based Learning in the High School Computer Science Classroom with ‘Coding in Minecraft’
Seattle Convention Center - 604
Join us in this session to discover how you can immerse your students in their learning while preparing them for the AP Computer Science Principles exam. Learn how you can leverage the 'Coding in Minecraft' expert pathway to cover most of the AP CSP big ideas while engaging your students in fully immersive game-based learning. In addition, see how students can earn a credential through our Capstone Credential Exam. Come and hear how you can take advantage of this unique approach to teach coding and computer science in a way that captivates and motivates your students. And it is FREE for all Washington and Alaska public school teachers!
50-minute Session
Coding, Computer Science, STEM/STEAM
All Educators, CTO/IT Director/Coordinator, Curriculum Specialists
All levels
Grades 9-12
Presented by
Product Specialist
Prodigy Learning
Jennifer Brown is the Product Specialist for Coding in Minecraft and has 18 years’ experience as both an educator and a trainer. She is a Global Minecraft Mentor, Microsoft Master Trainer, and Minecraft Certified trainer and has trained hundreds of teachers on game-based learning through Minecraft: Education Edition. As a former teacher, Jennifer is dedicated to the ideal that all students should have access to computer science. As the Product Specialist for Coding in Minecraft, Jennifer continues this dedication by training teachers how they can bring computer science to their students through the engaging curriculum of Coding in Minecraft.