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Coding for Littles: Unlocking Adventures through Escape Rooms and Computational Thinking

Date/Time/Room
November 3
2:40 pm - 3:30 pm CT
Room: B1
Strand
Digital Learning and Innovative Practices
Audience
Instructional Coaches, Library and Media Specialists, Teachers

In this engaging session, we will explore the exciting world of coding for young learners, combining the thrill of escape rooms with the power of computational thinking. Try your hand at an interactive escape room that not only fosters critical problem-solving skills but also introduces fundamental coding concepts to elementary students. We will uncover how escape rooms can serve as a captivating platform for young minds to develop their computational thinking abilities, logical reasoning, and teamwork. Through hands-on activities and real-life examples, you will discover innovative ways to integrate coding into escape room scenarios, empowering little learners to become digital problem solvers. Get ready to unlock a world of adventures, fun, and learning for your young coders!

Presenter
Jennifer Leban
Jennifer Leban
Instructional Technology Coach, Learning Technology Center

Jen serves as an instructional technology coach who works to amplify and enrich lessons, trainings, and technology integration support in the south Cook County region.