Code 4 Climate
Seattle Convention Center - 602
Ready to implement an engaging physical computing curriculum for middle school and upper elementary grades? Have some coding experience? Have no coding experience?
Get ready to engage students with computational thinking and building STEM skills by utilizing Coding for Climate Action curriculum developed by Amazon Future Engineer, Micro:bit, and NSTA. These lessons teach students how to use computer science to protect the planet! Students learn the basics of computer science and apply their new skills to code a micro:bit invention to combat a climate change challenge in their community.
Resources: https://www.amazonfutureengineer.com/cfca
Session (50 Minute)
Coding, Computer Science, STEM/STEAM
Elementary Educators, Middle School Educators, CTE Educators
All levels
Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Presented by
Science Teacher, Amazon Future Engineer Teacher Ambassador
Bellevue School District
Cheryl teaches middle school science and actively integrates CS concepts, computational thinking, and AI literacy into the curriculum. She is a continual learner, currently furthering her knowledge in educational technology at Michigan State University. Previously served as a Fred Hutch Science Education Partnership Lead Teacher and is a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert Alum. When not immersed in the world of education, Cheryl spends her time kayaking, sailing, gardening, and enjoying the creative challenge of building with LEGOs.