CS Festival 2024

Session Descriptions

Presenters: Lisa Herring

Coding with Scratchy!

Sessions: Tuesday 4B/C

Scratch Jr. is an APP that teaches young people how to program computers to create interactive stories and games. Students snap together programming blocks to make scenes and characters move, jump, dance, change costumes, and sing. Join me as we explore what can be done using Scratch Jr.

Presenters: Nadine Ebri

Play, Code, Learn: Teaching Coding with Minecraft Made Easy

Sessions: Tuesday 3E/F

Dive into the vibrant world of Minecraft Education for a transformative coding workshop designed for beginners and non-gamers alike. In this session, we’ll start from the ground up, ensuring all participants feel at ease and empowered within Minecraft’s immersive environment. Our journey is dual-purpose: not only will you learn foundational coding skills, but you'll also discover how to apply these techniques effectively in your teaching. Participate in lively discussions, hands-on activities, and real-time coding challenges, all hosted within the dynamic realm of Minecraft Education. We’ll also provide guidance on how to access these essential coding tools and resources. Join us to revolutionize your educational approaches and emerge as a champion of Minecraft coding in your classroom. Start your adventure here—no prior experience needed! Note: Please bring a laptop or an iPad with Minecraft Education installed to fully engage in the session. Download it for free at https://education.minecraft.net/en-us/get-started/download

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