This course has three threads - learning about what others have done, learning how to do research, and proposing your own research project. In order to tailor it to student interests, this schedule will be very flexible and change throughout the quarter.
Date Topic
3/30: W1a Introduction
Educational Theory
4/1: W1b Active Learning / Scaffolding Videos: Scaffolding Learning Strategies Readings: Constructivism (1) Constructivism (2) Constructivism (3) Active Learning ZPD Reading Comprehension Strategies Using Theory in CS Ed
4/6: W2a Constructionism / Learning Trajectories Videos: Constructionism Readings: Use-Modify-Create TIPP&SEE Constructionism Mindstorms: Abstract only Learning Progression Pieces of Knowledge Spiral Curriculum (abstract only) LTs in K-8 CS (free via vpn library connection)
User Design
4/8: W2b Affordances Videos: Readings: Affordances Consequences of Poor Design Facial Recognition Fail Scratch Interface Password Strength Meters
4/13: W3a Culturally-Relevant Design Readings: STEM Gender Imbalance Implicit Bias Stereotype Thread Poverty and Academics Bias in Gifted Programs Identity and CT Culturally-Relevant Curriculum Design Optional Extra Readings
Methods
4/15: W3b Evaluating MS curriculum Digital Humanities Camp Big Data
5/6: W6b UDL overview UDL