The importance of having Certified CS Teachers
Mike Zamansky
zamansky@gmail.com
@zamansky
cestlaz.github.io
Introductions
- Mike Zamansky
- Stephania Kabanakis
- Victoria Berkowitz
- Eric Wilson
- Jessica Du
Options and Pathways
- SOCE
- Individual Evaluation
- Certification
Types of programs
- Undergrad
- Masters
- Advanced Certificate (for already certified teachers)
Why was getting certified important for you?
What to look for in a program
- What's a bad program
- What's a good program
- What about those 12 CS credits
- But I can just get the SOCE
Hunter's program
- By teachers for teachers
- Not tied to a specific curriculum
- Breadth, depth, ethics, pedagogy, and curriculum
- Focus on building a network on teachers
Programs and Certification Requirements