In this course you will learn all about coding and programming a robot and learning how to apply coding concepts like loops, functions, events and more. Sphero is a small but fun robot for classroom coding. You will learn:

* Understand the fundamental concepts of coding (e.g. sequnce, conditionals, etc) across a range of programming languages

* Be able to write code to meet desired specifications and address real world constraints

* Develop and use troubleshooting strategies to refine and iterate projects

* Understand the real world applications of robotics, related careers, and opportunities for personal growth through robotics

Once you have completed this course, you will be able to support your students in learning these skills as well.  

Welcome: Robotics with Sphero

Licensing and Terms of Use

Professional Development Training Webinar

Micro-Credential - Robotics in the Classroom

Teacher PD Certificate

Microcredential Discussion Part 1

Teacher Professional Development Webinar

Course Roadmap

Getting Started with Sphero EDU (Download and Set Up)

How to Submit Your Code

Get Access to the Tool

Lets Get Started

Module 1 Learning Goals

What is Coding?

Careers in Coding

Watch: Learn More about Coding & Robotics [Optional]

Discussion: The Future of Coding & Robotics

Module 1 Learning about Coding and Robotics

Module 2 Learning Goals

Moving Your Sphero (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Movement Challenges

Discussion: Let's Get Moving!

Module 2 Learning about moving Sphero

Review: Explain the Code

Using Loops (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Loops Challenges

Discussion: Troubleshooting Your Code

Module 3 Learning about loops

Module 4 Learning Goals

Using Lights, Sounds, and Delays (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Lights, Sounds, and Delays Challenges

Discussion: Troubleshoot This Code

Module 4 Learning about Light, Sound and Delays

Module 5 Learning Goals

Using Operators and Comments (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Operators and Comments Challenges

Discussion: Why Use Comments?

Module 5 Learning about Operators

Module 6 Learning Goals

Using Variables (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Variables Challenges

Module 6 Learning about Variables

Module 7 Learning Goals

Using Functions (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Functions Challenges

Discussion: Functions

Module 7 Learning about Functions

Module 8 Learning Goals

Using Events (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Events Challenges

Discussion: Events

Module 8 Learning about Events

Module 9 Learning Goals

Assignment: Final Challenge Project

Assignment: Lesson Plan Submission

Microcredential Discussion Part 2

Teacher Professional Development Certificate

Module 9 Final Challenge

Course Feedback and Comments

Robotics with Sphero

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STEM Minds

Communication is the key to success! In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of public speaking as they work towards their final project; their first TED Talk. Students will choose their idea worth sharing and use the skills and strategies they have learned to presentin a TED Talk-style presentation, as they boost their confidence, share their ideas, and make their voice heard!  

Welcome: Public Speaking

Entrepreneurship in the Classroom Micro-credential PDF

Licensing Agreement & Terms of Use

Teacher Training Webinars

TED Talks - Ideas Worth Sharing

Course Tools

Let's Get Started

What is Public Speaking? (Video Lesson)

The Importance of Empathy

Assignment: Analyzing TED Talks

Discussion: Successful TED Talks

Module 1: The Secret to Great Public Speaking

Review - What Makes a Great Talk?

Engaging Your Audience (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Beginning Your Talk

Discussion: Sharing Your Passion

Module 2: Understanding Your Audience

Module 3 Learning Goals

Redefining Stories (Video Lesson)

Types of Stories

Assignment: Developing An Idea

Discussion: Storytelling and Public Speaking

Module 3: Developing An Idea

Backwards Planning - Your Teacher's Best Secret

Creating an Outline (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Script Outline

Discussion: Outlines and Evidence

Module 4: Script Writing Part 1

Writing a Script (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Submit Your Final Script

Discussion: The Power of Your Voice

Module 5: Script Writing Part 2

Creating Effective Visuals (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Submit Your Slide Decks

Discussion: Effective Visuals

Module 6: Visuals and Slide Decks

What is Body Language? (Video Lesson)

Effective Body Language

Assignment: Non-Verbal Communication

Discussion: Analyzing Body Language

Module 7: Body Language

Assignment: Intro to the Final Project

Discussion: Practice Makes Perfect

Module 8: Intro to the Final Project

How to Give & Receive Feedback (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Giving Peer Feedback

Discussion: Feedback and You

Module 9: Peer Feedback

Module 10 Learning Goals

Assignment: Final Talks

Module 10: Course Wrap-Up

Public Speaking Teacher Certificate

Teacher Courses STEAM Hub Certificate - Public Speaking PDF

End of Course Survey

End of Course Survey & Course Certificate

Public Speaking

In this new, self-paced Eduspark course entitled Intro to Allyship, you’ll get a gentle introduction to the topics of anti-discrimination and allyship. You will have a chance to examine your own intersectional identities and how they shape how you see the world and how the world sees you. You will have the opportunity to reflect on your own levels of discomfort with discussions around equity and inclusion. You’ll learn how language can help or harm, and get some tips to use more inclusive language. You’ll also learn about privilege and power, and how you can leverage your own to support others through courageous conversations. You’ll be given some resources that you can use right away with your students or colleagues to support culturally and linguistically responsive practices in the classroom. There are six chapters in this course, with videos, slides, documents, and other resources to support your teaching and learning, and the opportunity to share your ongoing reflections with classmates along the way in our community discussion forum. I can’t wait for you to join us on this learning journey in Intro to Allyship. 

Introduction Video

Start here!

Start Here

My Name, My Identity

Chapter 1: My Name, My Identity

Power and Privilege

Chapter 2: Power and Privilege

The Colour Blind Myth

Chapter 3: The Colour Blind Myth

Changing Our Language

Chapter 4: Changing Our Language

Courageous Conversations

Chapter 5: Courageous Conversations

Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Practices

Chapter 6: Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Practices

Certificate of Completion

What's Next?

Course Evaluation

Course Wrap-Up

Intro to Allyship

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Kimiko Shibata

Learn the fundamentals of coding with C++. This programming language is used by developers around the world to create apps, websites,and more. With C++, studentswill explore new skills and hands-on challenges to
advance their understanding of computers and programming.  

Welcome: Coding with C++

Coding in the Classroom Microcredential

Teacher Professional Development Certificate - C++

Installing Code::Blocks (C++ Editor and Compiler)

How to Submit Assignments

Getting Started with C++

Intro to Computer Science (Video Lesson)

Discussion: Computers and Code

Module 1 - Intro to Computer Science

Hello World! (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Console Output Challenges

Discussion: C++ First Programs Reflection

COutputs Badge

Module 2 - Console Output

New Concepts: Variables and Operators

Making a Height Conversion Calculator with Variables (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Variables and Calculations Challenges

Discussion: Variables and Calculations

Calculation Variables Badge

Module 3 - Variables and Calculations

Creating an Interactive Chat Bot (Video Lesson)

Assignment: User Input Challenges

Discussion: User Input and Strings

Module 4 - User Input and Interactive Programs

New Concepts: Types of Conditionals

Creating a Simple Guessing Game (Video Lesson)

Creating a Weather Recommendation Program (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Selection Structure Challenges

Discussion: Decisions, Decisions...

Module 5 - Selection Structures (Conditionals)

New Concepts: Loops

Creating a Number Guessing Game (Video Lesson)

Creating a Countdown Clock (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Looping Challenges

Discussion: Repetition Structures

Module 6 - Repetition Structures (Loops)

Creating a Mark Calculator (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Using Arrays Challenges

Discussion: Using Arrays

Module 7 - Arrays

Magic 8 Ball and Random Guessing Game (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Using the Random Numbers

Discussion: Random Number Applications

Module 8 - Using Random Numbers

Creating a Calculator with Functions (Video Lesson)

Assignment: Using Functions

Discussion: Using Functions

Module 9 - Functions

Planning Your Project

Assignment: Plan & Final Project

Discussion: Thinking Ahead

Module 10 - Final Project

Coding with C++

All Courses

Robotics with Sphero

Public Speaking

Intro to Allyship

Coding with C++

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CDS Secondary School Assignment Expectations