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Computer Science Education Week 2022 is here! This annual call to action is a chance for all educators to inspire CS learning, advocate for equity in CS education, and celebrate CS innovators like Grace Hopper, the computing pioneer whose birthday (December 9) is marked each year during CS Ed Week. CS Ed Week is also an excellent opportunity to spark a lifelong interest in computer science learning, especially among elementary and middle school students. One way to do…

…a journey to declutter your digital world. From tidying up your virtual shelves to creating a harmonious digital workspace, we’ll guide you through merry strategies to transform your digital chaos into organized bliss. Bid farewell to digital clutter and welcome in the tidings of tranquility. As the holiday lights twinkle, let’s illuminate a path toward efficiency, focus, and serenity in your teaching journey. Embrace the season’s magic while streamlining your digital presence – your sparkling digital serenity awaits!…

…episode’s companion resource as well, either in list or infographic form. Day 1 – SPARK Parent Resource Hub   The mother of all resources is waiting for you! The SPARK Parent Resource Hub is here to answer many of your parent- and caregiver-related questions, including those involving tech your student uses to learn remotely. Through this interactive interface, you’ll be able to efficiently search SPARK’s catalogue of videos and how-to guides on topics from Google to Zoom. To…

We turn programming into play for kids 4-10. Our “no words” approach allows any child, anywhere to learn the ABCs of computer science. Curriculum based concepts are introduced via puzzles and coding challenges. Then kids put concepts to use by designing and programming their own video games. Kids quickly become confident and creative users of technology. View Resource…

…Ben Sondgeroth, LTC’s Regional Educational Technology Coordinator, as an introduction to Adobe Spark, Book Creator, and Flipgrid. Create Web Pages with Adobe Spark Page: Have you looked for a tool that allows your students to create incredible web pages? Look no further than Adobe Spark Page! Create Awesome Videos with Adobe Spark Video: Have you wondered how to create a video on your Chromebook or iPad? Look no further than Adobe Spark Video! This amazing tool allows you…

…Why spend hours combing the Internet for the perfect resource when you (or your students!) can make the resource yourself! Using the activities in this section, you and your students can be your own master content creators. Apps: Adobe Spark, Canva, Book Creator, Google Sites LEVEL 1 ACTIVITIES Create an infographic or poster on a digital platform (Canva, Adobe Spark) instead of on paper/by hand Use a digital content creator (Canva, Adobe Spark) to make a timeline to…

…Illinois. Holly brings her extensive education experience as a former library media specialist and English teacher to the SPARK Parent Podcast. Episode Resources During this episode, Colleen and Holly mention a variety of resources designed to help support families during remote learning. For a quick infographic of these resources, click here. For a detailed list of these resources, including full descriptions, click here. This podcast was produced by LTC SPARK, a remote learning resource program from the Learning…

…social emotional learning skills and information. This event was hosted by LTC SPARK as part of an ongoing parent-focused webinar series. For more information about SPARK, or to view other upcoming events, please visit our website or follow us on Twitter (@ltc_SPARK). Podcasts Episode 7: Talking Toddlers with Susie Allison In this episode, host Colleen Kaplan sits down with Susie Allison, creator of the popular Busy Toddler Instagram account, to talk about all things toddlers and preschool. Susie,…

…Illinois. For more information about SPARK, or to view our upcoming events, please visit our website or follow us on Twitter (@ltc_SPARK). Podcasts Episode 7: Talking Toddlers with Susie Allison In this episode, host Colleen Kaplan sits down with Susie Allison, creator of the popular Busy Toddler Instagram account, to talk about all things toddlers and preschool. Susie, an early childhood education expert and advocate, Colleen Kaplan Senior Customer Trainer for EDU and small business accounts, Microsoft 12…

…for ROE #17 in Bloomington-Normal. In this episode, Lyons guides a discussion on the keys to SEL development, while providing parents and caregivers with the knowledge needed to model SEL skills in their home’s remote learning environment. This event was hosted by LTC SPARK as part of an ongoing parent-focused webinar series. For more information about SPARK, or to view other upcoming events, please visit our website or follow us on Twitter (@ltc_SPARK). Podcasts Episode 7: Talking Toddlers…