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Not Lost Forever
Sharing seminal scholarship from the very early days of 1:1 computing in schools.
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15 Arguments for Teaching Mathematics Through Computer Programming
Modern mathematics teaching and learning requires computation. Computer programming and mathematical knowledge construction should be inseparable. This downloadable handout attempts to make that case.
Programming Neopixels with MakeCode and the BBC micro:bit
NeoPixels are tiny, programmable, color-changing, LEDs manufactured by AdaFruit. NeoPixels make cool additions to micro:bit projects since they require little power, can be addressed individually or in groups, and can change color. Although MakeCode makes programming the micro:bit easy, there was too little documentation about how to control the NeoPixels until now.
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Bringing My Brand of Computing to Alabama Schools
Over the past few months, I have been engaged in several projects intended to help educators in Alabama identify the potential of Computer Science, not just as a course of study, but as a vehicle for improving pedagogical practice and amplifying the potential of children.
Real Inequality (not that kind)
Today, I witnessed the most exciting student outburst while teaching an online class for kids 2,000 miles away.
Ain’t That Peculiar?
The key to educational progress is finding a cure for amnesia. Educators would be well served by knowing and honoring the work of those whose shoulders they stand upon
There’s Always a Back Row
I’m teaching a class of 4th graders in Alabama to program computers. Today (I think), was our fourth synchronous session. (I promise to write more …
Web Turtle Art Quilt Project
An adventure in creativity Goal Design one or more quilt patches that may be combined with classmates or used to create your own screen quilts …
That’s a Fine Way to Draw a Triangle
Documentation of a particularly rich dialogue between a 4th grader, the turtle, her classmates, and myself (the teacher). You should get a glimpse into her thinking.
Meet Frank Smith (2003)
Gifts of wisdom for educatorsBy Gary S. Stager, Ph.D.Originally published in District Administration Magazine – December 2003 Christmas came early to the Stager house when a pre-publication …