{"id":2201,"date":"2023-11-28T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-28T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/2023\/11\/28\/gearing-up-for-computer-science-education-week\/"},"modified":"2024-05-29T17:51:35","modified_gmt":"2024-05-30T00:51:35","slug":"gearing-up-for-computer-science-education-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/2023\/11\/gearing-up-for-computer-science-education-week\/","title":{"rendered":"Gearing up for Computer Science Education Week"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s the most wonderful time of the year: Computer Science Education Week! All year round, but especially December 4\u201310, 2023, we aim to inspire students to engage in computer science with opportunities to learn about AI, advocate for equity in digital careers, and become responsible coders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With at least 9 out of 10 jobs requiring digital skills<\/a> and demand continuing to grow, education institutions worldwide are integrating computer science into curricular requirements. At Microsoft, we want all learners to be confident in their digital skills and have opportunities to develop the skills needed for their future careers. Learners who have access to computer science in school tend to perform better in reading and math<\/a> and develop skills sought by employers like analytical thinking and problem solving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a wide array of opportunities from Minecraft Education<\/a>, Microsoft MakeCode<\/a>, and Flip<\/a>, we\u2019re thrilled to provide educators and students with engaging and easy to access resources during Computer Science Education Week<\/a> (CSEdWeek) and throughout the year. From professional learning experiences to game-based computer science activities, learners will be able to explore new skills to become safer, smarter, and more confident online, opening potential career opportunities and raising awareness of responsible technology use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start your planning with the CSEdWeek Resource Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Microsoft Philanthropies Technology Education and Learning Support (TEALS) Program’s<\/a> 2023 CSEdWeek\u202fResource Guide\u202fis carefully curated to help you plan an\u202finspirational week\u202ffor your students. The guide includes\u202fevents, Hour of Code activities, and more from Microsoft\u202fand our computer science education partners. Check out this useful resource and sign up to get the guide<\/a>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Plan an\u202finspirational week\u202ffor your students with the 2023 CSEdWeek Resource Guide from the Microsoft Philanthropies Technology Education and Learning Support (TEALS) Program.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do the new Minecraft Hour of Code with your students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

All students deserve opportunities to explore AI technology to understand its implications, access career pathways, and be empowered to safely, confidently navigate an AI-powered world. Designed for anyone ages 7 and up, Minecraft Hour of Code: Generation AI<\/a> is a fun, accessible way to explore the fundamentals of coding and responsible AI. Register to join a free Hour of Code Play Along<\/a> on December 6, 2023, and let your learners engage in the Hour of Code lesson alongside a guest presenter and other classrooms tuned in around the world. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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