Computer Science Strand
Group 1: Research and Computational Skills
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Heather Carson, Canandaigua Elementary School
Standards addressed: 2-3.DL.1, 2-3.DL.2, 2-3.DL.3, 2-3.DL.4
Grade(s): 3
Subject(s): Writing
Students become an expert on the animal of their choosing after conducting research from multiple sources (databases included) and using google docs. to type their well organized essay. And… the ability to bring some coding into the classroom with a program called (scratch) to code/create their animal, the habitat, and even add a little animation.
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Lindsey Roberts, North Rose Wolcott (Elementary)
Standards addressed: 2-3.DL.1, 2-3.DL.2, 2-3.DL.4
Grade(s): 2
Subject(s): Writing
As an extension of our writing unit, students were assigned a polar animal and completed a research project. Students were provided a graphic organizer to guide their research. They used PebbleGo to gather facts and then created presentations on Google Slides which they presented to the class for their final project in the unit
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Group 2: Coding, Getting Started and More
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Holly Thomas, Canandaigua Primary
Standards addressed: K-1.CT.6, K-1.CT.8
Grade(s): K
Subject(s): Technology
In this beginner unplugged lesson students will learn about coding and algorithms. Students will move a partner (robot) around the room using arm signals.
Chris Hall, North Rose Wolcott (Elementary)
Standards addressed: 4-6 CT.1, 4-6 CT.6, 4-6 CT.9
Grade(s): 6
Subject(s): Computer Skills
As an extension of our writing unit, students were assigned a polar animal and completed a research project. Students were provided a graphic organizer to guide their research. They used PebbleGo to gather facts and then created presentations on Google Slides which they presented to the class for their final project in the unit.
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Heather Bradley, Midlakes Elementary School (Librarian)
Standards addressed: 4-6.CT.4, 4-6.CT.5, 4-6.CT.9
Grade(s): 3-6
Subject(s): None
This is an unplugged activity to introduce Computational Thinking and other vocabulary such as decompose and algorithm.
Group 3: CSDF in the Math Classroom and Building Stuff
(Data Talks/Data Collection/Creating a Model to Make Predictions)
Heather Black, Canandaigua CSD
Standards addressed: 7-8.CT.2, 9-12.CT.1, AI.S-ID.6, AI.S-ID.6a, AI.S-ID.8, NY-8.SP.1, NY-8.SP.2, NY-8.SP.3
Grade(s): 8
Subject(s): Math
I used a data talk to introduce students to scatter plots. Then to connect scatter plots and linear regression equations, the students collected data to determine whether or not crickets can tell temperature or is it just an urban myth.
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Melissa Mason, North Rose-Wolcott (Elementary School)
Standards addressed: 4.NF.3a, 4.NF.3c, 4.NF.3d
Grade(s): Focused on 4th Grade, Can be used: K-6th
Subject(s): Math
Boddle is a cool platform that mixes gaming with learning. It uses interactive games and personalized learning tools to keep students engaged and help them practice what they need to learn. The games change based on how well students do, so they get practice that fits them best. This could help students learn better in different subjects. Teachers can also see how students are doing and help them when needed using reports and live views.
My students utilized Boddle to refine their math skills, particularly with fractions. Through engaging gameplay, they tackled math challenges and earned points and virtual currency. These rewards can then be invested in enhancing their Boddle character, adding a fun and motivating element to their learning journey.
Casey Gross, Canandaigua CSD (Elementary)
Standards addressed: 4-6.IC.1, 4-6.IC.6, 4-6.CT.10, 4-PS3-2
Grade(s): 4
Subject(s): Science
Grab a chromebook and an idea and get creative! Give students the opportunity to invent something new with the program Tinkercad.
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Group 4: Visualizing and Computational Thinking
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Stephanie Piper & Meghan Glover, Canandaigua
Standards addressed: K-1.CT.2, K-1.CT.3
Grade(s): K
Subject(s): Science/Computational Thinking
Students have been working on their “motion” science unit and want to build a table-top hockey game. This lesson shows how they experimented with different materials to use as a wall on their hockey game so the ball wouldn’t roll off the game board, and to use as a way to change the direction of the ball so it goes into the goal. Students recorded their findings and graphed it on large chart paper around the room. They used the visual data to decide what materials to use, then built their own table-top hockey tables.
Melanie Bishop, Canandaigua City Schools
Standards addressed: 7-8.CT.1, 7-8.CT.3
Grade(s): 7
Subject(s): Social Studies
If students are struggling with graphs, maps and charts this is the technique for you! Slow reveal graphs allow students the opportunity to build their own connections with visual information. This is just one example of the way you can use this amazing technique. Check it out.
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Group 5: CSDF and Stories
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Alyssa Zacharias, Canandaigua (Elementary)
Standards addressed: 4-6.DL.2, 4-6.DL.4
Grade(s): 4
Subject(s): ELA
Students engaged in interactive learning experiences on Goosechase and demonstrated their learning by selecting appropriate digital tools to communicate their learning (text, picture or video), focused on character and plot development. Students also created multimedia “missions” using Goosechase that were completed by a classmate.
Joanna Samar, North Rose-Wolcott Central School District
Standards addressed: 1R7, 1SL5, K-1DL4
Grade(s): 1
Subject(s): Reading
First grade students work on the reading comprehension skill of visualizing. Visualizing is creating images in one’s mind while listening to or reading a text. First grade students practice visualizing through discussion and through drawing. They demonstrated visualizing by creating a drawing using Nearpod.
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Jessica Smith, Red Jacket Elementary/RJEC
Standards addressed: 2-3 CT.6, 2-3 CT.9
Grade(s): 2
Subject(s): Reading
Coding robots meet fairy tale adventures! Students used BeeBot robots to indicate the direction they wanted to go during a choose-your-own adventure book read aloud story time.